Wire Cup/Wire Brush Wire brushes are less aggressive than grinding but a better alternative to sanding. Sanding is less aggressive than grinding. When cleaning a wide flat surface, use an orbital sander with hook & loop discs they can quickly and effectively remove surface rust. Many rust paints are solvent based and requires special respirators and ventilation when using their products. Sanding is another best way to remove rust and oxidation. This makes Rust Doctor very attractive for those inside jobs. Rust Doctor is non-toxic, non-flammable,e and biodegradable.
Rust doctor can be top coated with all types of paint, both latex and solvent or oil based paints. We would recommend you consult with your local paint store for the best type of paint for your encasement windows. You can choose to leave the window encasement black, or use another color of your choice. The surface will turn the rusty metal black and have a clear primer. Rust Doctor is dry to touch in 30 minutes and ready to paint after it has cured for 24 hours.
#Remove rust from metal windows#
If you are restoring your windows on the inside, you will need to use a bucket and a rag to rinse off the cleaner.Īfter the window encasements are dry, you are ready to paint Rust Doctor on the rusted and painted surfaces. Wash down the casements with a water-based product like Grease Doctor cleaner/degreaser to remove any dirt or accumulated contamination that may be present.
Check out our video on using Rust Doctor. You can try a power washer instead of using a wire brush, but be sure if takes off the rust and the paint flakes. This will give you a smoother surface to repaint. Remove pieces of paint and rust that have started to flake away from the surface of the metal. This will not hurt the good steel underneath the old paint, but will remove loose flakes of old paint and rust. Start by brushing with a wire brush along the surface of the metal framework. The first step is to clean off as much of the loose rust. This window encasement is ready for a repair job with Rust Doctor
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