- 1). Get a tub or plastic barrel based on the size of the object you will work with. If it is, for example, a set of utensils, a medium-sized tub will be enough. If the object you want to take the rust out of is a pan or a candlestick, you'll need a bigger tub. Choosing the right container is essential, since you'll want to let your metal object soak completely. If you're not able to find a large enough container, you can also soak parts of the piece in 24 hour turns.
- 2). Put a layer of alfalfa cubes on the bottom of the plastic tub or barrel. Make sure it fills the whole surface of the container you're using. Put object you'll work with on top of this layer.
- 3). Cover everything with boiled water. Since the cleaning solution consists of two parts vinegar and one part water, make sure you know how much water you pour in first. Add the appropriate amount of vinegar immediately after the water.
- 4). Put the tub in a cool place and let it rest for 24 hours. If the object you put is too rusted, it'll probably take the solution a few more hours to have a complete effect.
- 5). Remove the object from the tub. The solution will have loosened the rust. Scrub the item with a steel brush to remove the remaining rust.
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