Things You Will Need
Rust can weaken metal, so to keep your cutlery in the best possible shape, remove any rust spots as soon as you notice them.
White Vinegar
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Fill your shallow dish or pan with white vinegar. Do not add water.
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Place the rusty cutlery in the vinegar, and let it soak for 30 minutes.
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Wipe down each piece of cutlery with a damp cloth to remove any residual rust. Rinse with warm water to remove the vinegar, then dry well with a clean cloth.
Salt and Lemon Juice
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Place the affected cutlery in a single layer in a shallow dish or pan. Sprinkle liberally with salt.
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Pour lemon juice into the dish, enough to cover the cutlery. Let it sit for 2 hours.
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Scrub the cutlery with a mesh scrubber to remove all of the rust. Rinse well with warm water, and dry with a clean cloth.
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