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move it inside where it is not in constant contact with the elements....or use a wire brush or wire wheel on a grinder to remove all surface rust..then hit it with a coat of good primer..then paint it.
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What is used to prevent rust?
zinc is used to prevent rust.
How can prevent rust?
Rust is created when iron and oxygen meet. If you block the oxygen from making contact with the iron no rust will form. So, a simply coat of metal primer will inhibit the onset of rust.
How does the use of paint prevent the formation of rust?
rust needs water and oxygen to form paint keeps both coming in contact with metal.
Why do you do tinning?
do tinning for wire to prevent rust do tinning for wire to prevent rust
Does vegetable oil cause rust?
Vegetable oil does not cause rust. It is slightly acidic, its similar to a lubricant and it can prevent rust.
Why is pure iron not used in building?
Pure iron is not a strong as steel and it is also prone to corrosion in the form of rust.
What element is coated over iron to prevent rust?
Zinc is commonly used to coat iron to prevent rust.
Can paint prevent rust?
yes
How can you prevent rust from forming?
dont wet it
How does coating in plastic prevent rust?
plastic is non corrosive therefor creates a barrier between the iron and moisture/salt/oxygen, all of which would corrode iron or steel to form iron oxide (rust)
What happens when iron and oxygen combine to form rust?
Nothing spectacular happens-- this is a chemical change. The useful properties of iron are destroyed when it rusts, so much is usually done to prevent rusting -- i.e painting. other coatings that prevent rust. If you can keep the oxygen away from the iron, it will not rust.Isn't it that it makes iron oxide? or is rust really iron oxide?--different person
Iron bars of windows are painted why?
to prevent rust
