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Galvanized steel staircase in a condo is dirty and rusty

I am secretary on a condo board and our galvanized steel steps are rusty and dirty. What product should we use to clean these steps. Thanks.

Jean Wallace
Executive Board Member - Ramsey, NJ
June 24, 2008

Hi, Jean. Galvanizing makes an exceptionally durable finish, but most people do not consider it a decorative finish. A slight 'rusty' color is due to an expected intermediate alloy, and is not rust. Although you can clean it with regular detergent cleaners, you can't remove the 'rusty' color, and I think you won't get it really shiny. Have you considered having it painted?

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Ted Mooney, P.E.
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June 24, 2008

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