How to Clean Rust Stains From White Wooden Tables

How to Clean Rust Stains From White Wooden Tables
Written By
Alec Preble
Alec Preble
Published: Aug 1, 2011
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

White Vinegar

Step 1

Pour 1 cup of white vinegar and 1 cup of water into a spray bottle.

Step 2

Spray the mixture on the stain and allow it to sit for 10 minutes.

Step 3

Scrub the surface lightly with a soft-bristled brush or toothbrush. Keep spritzing the area to keep it moist.

Step 4

Wipe any vinegar residue from the table with clean water and a rag.

Borax or Washing Soda

Step 1

Apply a layer of Borax or washing soda to the stain.

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Step 2

Spray water or white vinegar on top and allow it to sit for five minutes.

Step 3

Scrub the stain with a soft-bristled brush until the rust fades. Repeat the process if the stain persists.

Step 4

Soak a clean rag in plain water and wipe away all residue from the surface.

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Alec Preble

Alec Preble began writing professionally in 2007. He began blogging in 2006, writing media reviews for the "Post-Standard" from 2007-2008. Preble received a Bachelor of Arts in English from Empire State College in 2005.

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