Aloha, fun & authoritative answers -- no cost, no registration, no passwords, no popups
(as an eBay Partner & Amazon Affiliate we earn from qualifying purchases)
Where the
world gathers for metal finishing
Q&As since 1989
-----
Rusting steel
What is the process for rusting metal, specifically plate steel and sheet metal.
Thanks,
Michelle Chalifoux
- Boise, ID
Michelle,
Rust is iron oxide..nothing more.. nothing less. I'm not sure what you mean by asking for the "process". If you have some mild steel.. expose it to water, or even a humid environment.. and.. walla! You have rust!
Its nice to see a fellow Boisean on here!
Marc Green
anodizer - Boise, Idaho
Disclaimer: It's not possible to fully diagnose a finishing problem or the hazards of an operation via these pages. All information presented is for general reference and does not represent a professional opinion nor the policy of an author's employer. The internet is largely anonymous & unvetted; some names may be fictitious and some recommendations might be harmful.
If you are seeking a product or service related to metal finishing, please check these Directories: