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How do I remove rust from hard to reach areas from an outdoor wrought iron rail?
I have wrought iron railings where the individual rails (15 rails per 6 foot sections) go through a section 4 inches from the top railing. In between there is rust forming that was not powder coated. Is there a simple way to remove the rust, prime and repaint? Since the rust is hard to reach with a wire brush, what are my alternatives?
John LulichHotel Manager - Ancaster, ON, Canada
2006
First of two simultaneous responses --
You should have success by sandblasting the rusted areas. Equipment is available for rent.
Steven Peto- Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
2006
Second of two simultaneous responses --
You can try to do that with high pressure water jet but be careful,after cleaning you can use any good rust converter ⇦ this on eBay or Amazon [affil links] and clearcoat. Hope it helps and good luck!
Goran Budija- Cerovski vrh Croatia
2006
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