How to Clean Galvanized Steel Pipe
Galvanized steel pipes are used typically in plumbing applications where the metal is exposed constantly to moisture. To galvanize a steel pipe is to treat it with a special zinc-oxide coating to prevent oxidation and limit the damage to the pipe created by other corrosive elements.
Cleaning galvanized pipe will extend the life of the zinc-oxide coating.
Things You Will Need
- 1 gallon hot water
- 1 gallon bucket
- Lint-free rag
- Soft brush
- Metal polish
- 1/4 cup dish soap
- 1 cup vinegar
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Mix in a bucket 1 gallon of hot water, 1/4 cup dish soap and 1 cup vinegar.
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Dip a soft brush in the soap solution and scrub the pipe using small circular rotations.
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Rinse the pipe off with warm water and then wipe dry.
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Use a lint-free rag to apply metal polish with small circular rotations.
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Allow the metal polish to dry and then wipe clean.
The Drip Cap
- Galvanized steel pipes are used typically in plumbing applications where the metal is exposed constantly to moisture.
- Dip a soft brush in the soap solution and scrub the pipe using small circular rotations.
Writer Bio
Based in New Jersey, Joe Christos has experience writing about fitness, finance, gardening and medical equipment. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in history from Kean University, as well as B.A. degrees in film and advertising from Rowan University.
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