The layer of nickel cuts down on corrosion, but if the nickel is very thin it wears off, leaving the underlying steel prone to rust.
Things You Will Need
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Scrub off the rust with a steel wool pad or a kitchen scrubbing pad. Surface rust comes off easily.
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Make a paste of two parts table salt and one part lime juice in a bowl. Apply the paste to the steel with a paper towel.
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Leave the paste on the rust for two to three hours “Non Toxic House Cleaning" an article suggested by Earth Easy in eartheasy.com.
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Dampen a paper towel and wipe away the paste and the rust. Dry the area with a paper towel.
The Drip Cap
- Rust is a common problem for carbon steel.
- The layer of nickel cuts down on corrosion, but if the nickel is very thin it wears off, leaving the underlying steel prone to rust.
- Apply the paste to the steel with a paper towel.