Nobody wants to look out at their patio and see rust stains all over the concrete. They can be unsightly and irritating. There are times that they can also be difficult to remove as well. There are several ways to try and remove rust stains from concrete and Big Moose Pressure Cleaning is here to share some tips that might help you get rid of those ugly rust stains.
What Causes Rust Stains on Concrete?
There are several ways that rust stains end up happening on concrete and all of them involve water of some kind. If there is contact between metal objects and the concrete, you might have a problem keeping rust away when that metal gets wet repeatedly. There are also some natural stones that have rust elements in them and those elements can be carried by water to your concrete, causing staining. The best way to avoid rust on your concrete surface is proper water drainage and sealing your concrete surfaces. Don’t allow water to sit on concrete. Fix any leaks that might be coming in contact with metal that is touching or near your concrete.
Does Lemon Juice Remove Rust?
A great way to remove rust is with the help of acid. Since lemons are extremely high is acid, they make a handy tool when it comes to removing stains from concrete. Apply lemon juice directly to the rusted surface and let it sit for about 5 minutes. After it has had the time to work its magic, use a stiff bristled nylon brush to scrub the rust off the surface of the concrete.
Use Vinegar to Remove Tough Rust Stains
If you tried using lemons and the juice wasn’t doing the trick like you had hoped it would, vinegar might be the answer. You will want to spray the white vinegar directly to the area where staining has occurred and let it sit for about 10 minutes. Once it is had the time it needs to penetrate the stain, use a stiff bristled nylon brush to work on removing the rust stain.
How to Remove Rust Stains from Painted Concrete
When scrubbing rust stains off concrete take into consideration whether or not the surface has been painted. If you are dealing with a painted surface, the last thing you want to use is a scrub brush since that will likely scrape off the paint making the problem even worse. In this case, you should always just stick to a sponge that will carefully work to remove staining. Don’t scrub as hard as you would on a bare concrete surface.
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Rust stains on cement can be stubborn to get rid of. If you find yourself struggling with rust stains on your concrete that you can’t seem to get rid of not matter what you have tried, it is time to call in the experts at Big Moose Pressure Cleaning to assist you in removing rust stains. Call us today!
