If a metal fence has a few rust spots running along the edges of it, they can be removed by completing the steps below. Afterward, metal should be cleaned, and a coat of rust-inhibiting sealer that is designed for exteriors can be added to both sides of a fence to protect it from corrosion.
Supplies Needed
* a container of rust dissolving the gel
* paintbrush
* slightly abrasive cleaning pad
* The metal cleaning agent
* damp sponge
* bucket of water
* water hose
* clear rust inhibitor
* wooden stirrer
* shallow tray
* drop cloths
* masking tape
* paint roller and handle
Removing Corrosion And Cleaning Metal Surfaces
A paintbrush can be dipped into a container of rust dissolving gel. Once a brush is coated, it can be moved over corroded spots on metal. Both sides of a fence need to be treated and each rust spot needs to be covered completely. After a few minutes have passed, rust will begin to loosen. A slightly abrasive cleaning pad can be moved over each treated area to help speed up the removal process. Afterward, a metal cleaning agent that has been applied to a damp sponge can be used to clean both sides of a metal fence. A water hose needs to be used to rinse off a fence’s surface.
Protecting Metal From Corrosion
A clear rust inhibiting sealer needs to be stirred before being poured into a shallow tray. Drop cloths should be placed on the ground to protect it from any sealer that spills. Portions of the fence that are not made out of a metal can be protected by placing strips of masking tape over them. A paint roller that has a handle attached to it can be used to apply a coat of sealer to each side of a fence. A roller needs to be moved across each metal surface in straight lines. Once sealer has dried, a tape can be removed from each side of a fence.
Any additional Fence Repairs in Nassau County may require professional assistance. Precision Fence LLC or another fencing company will restore wooden, vinyl or iron fences. A company that provides Fence Repairs Nassau County can also assist with installations. People can click here when visiting a fencing company’s website to learn more about services that are offered.
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