How do you treat rust on iron?

Answer by  bunkerhill (825)

Get a can of WD-40 from any auto parts store. Spray the WD-40 directly on the rust and let it sit, scrub with a brush to remove the stains.

Answer by  Sunny62 (5)

If there is rust on an iron surface you can soak it for a couple of hours in Coca Cola, it is sure to remove all the rust without any problems at all.

Answer by  Monica44 (224)

vinegar and water heated up in the iron. Steam the water and vinegar through the iron holes. When you're done you refill your iron with water&repeat the same process.

Answer by  jillou (114)

The best way is; equal mixture salt, (abrasive), and vegetable oil. Rub on iron. If this worries you, try just soaking in vinegar for 20 minutes. Wash immediately after.

Answer by  goodmommie (204)

Try getting a rust remover from the store. To prevent rust remember to used distilled water when using the iron.

Answer by  Amber40 (24961)

Well to get rid of rust it either has to be treated with rust remover or scrubbed off by hand.

Answer by  diva25 (4016)

I would use Lysol, and a sponge since rust is a bacteria it will cut right through it. You just have to be careful and not get carried away. You could also try scrubbing it with salt on a sponge and see it that helps. Either or these methods will take awhile.