How to Remove Rust and Corrosion From Metal
                     
If you want to keep your metal tools and items in 
great shape, it’s important to 
remove rust and corrosion from metal before 
they form. There are several methods you can use to 
remove rust and corrosion from metal, so choose the 
one that works best for your item. Rust is caused by 
iron oxidizing with oxygen. It’s very common for 
metal objects to rust over time, especially if they are 
exposed to water or moisture.
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HERE ARE SOME STEPS YOU CAN TAKE TO 
REMOVE RUST AND CORROSION FROM 
METAL:
  Clean the Metal
  Sand the Surface
  Apply a Rust Remover
  Scrub the Surface
  Apply a Rust Converter
  Paint the Surface
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 Clean the Metal
Before you start 
removing the rust and 
corrosion, clean the 
metal surface with 
soap and water to 
remove any dirt, oil, or 
debris that may be 
present.
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 Sand the Surface
Use sandpaper or a 
wire brush to remove 
any loose rust or 
corrosion from the 
metal surface. Sand 
the area until the rust 
is gone and the metal 
is smooth.
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 Apply a Rust Remover
Apply a rust remover to 
the metal surface using 
a brush or spray. Follow 
the instructions on the 
product label and allow 
the rust remover to sit 
for the recommended 
amount of time.
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 Scrub the Surface
Use a scrub brush or 
steel wool to scrub the 
metal surface to 
remove the rust and 
corrosion. Rinse the 
metal surface with 
water and dry it 
thoroughly.
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 Apply a Rust Converter
Apply a rust converter 
to the metal surface to 
prevent further rust 
and corrosion. Follow 
the instructions on the 
product label and allow 
the rust converter to 
dry completely.
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 Paint the Surface
Once the rust 
converter is dry, apply 
a coat of paint or 
primer to the metal 
surface to protect it 
from further rust and 
corrosion.
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