how do you remove rust and paint from a rot iron gate?

Question

I have started with a wire brush but wondering if there is a product that will be quicker, I plan to re paint it once its cleaned down

Answer 1

Use a wire brush to get rid of most of the rust. Then use a paint stripped to get off the paint- it's easier than messing around with sandpaper, wire brushes or mechanical methods.

Then use a rust converter liquid as used on car bodywork. KuRust is a brand name I've used. It goes a long way as you just brush it on the rust and it converts it back to iron.

Then you can either use a metallic undercoat and top coats or use Hammerite Metal paints (no, this is not an advert! I've used these paints!) which don't need an undercoat and are really hardwearing.

in fact, Hammerite also do straight on to rust paint so you don't nned to KuRust it first, but I'd probably do that anyway as it puts a kind of self sealing resin coat on it which turns black. My old car had more KuRust than paint on it and I never bothered painting over it in the end- it worked fine as it was!

Answer 2

Ace Hardware Rust Remover

Answer 3

Try "Nutra Rust" or a similar gel rust removing product. It's a gel substance you spread on the rusted surface, it'll strip it right off. If that doesn't work (means it's REALLY in there!!!) use a metal file (as in, file you use to file metals :)). Just remember to put down a protective tarp if you use the chemicals. When you wash it off, it will kill greenery and can stain a alot of surfaces, even stone. Try to collect the water mixed with the chemical and pour it in a bucket as you work. It's a very environment friendly thing to do!!!

Answer 4

You could always rent a sandblaster! Whoosh! Whatever you DO use, remember to use eye protection, especially if you are using anything mechanical or chemical. Flying rust or splashing goo in the face just blows. Been there. Good luck.

Answer 5

Check out this article from eHow.com. They suggest getting a rust-dissolving product that includes oxalic acid. Wrought iron is addressed specifically on Step 5. Other products/home remedies are addressed as well.

http://www.ehow.com/how_3141_remove-rust.html

Answer 6

If you want it the easy way use some paint remover or apply few kerosene oil on the steel and leave for a while and also break fluid is much better but expensive Try them.

Answer 7

There is rust and paint removing product. The name escapes me but Ace hardware or True value hardware may have it.

Answer 8

use a grinder with a metal bristle attachment if you don't have one then keep using the wire brush also use a primer before you paint it and that will help with the rust forming again

Answer 9

Wrought. The only way to get it off is to use a wire brush. A little 3 in 1 oil might help a little.

Answer 10

Try using CLR (Calcium Lime Rust Remover) spray, you can buy it at any store or use Lemon Juice...just let it sit then scrub it off.