How Do You Clean Flat Cast Iron Surfaces With Corrosion?
Cast iron is an extremely durable material that stands up well to use. Often found in old pipes, wood stoves and cooking pans, cast iron will corrode and rust if exposed to moisture. The corrosion may appear whitish-yellow or a dull rusty brown depending on the circumstances. If left unchecked, the rust and corrosion will eat away at the metal. If caught soon enough, the corrosion can be removed and the cast iron surface can be restored to its original state. Use a wire brush to scrub away the corrosion to get a good look at the surface of the cast iron item. A pitted surface indicates that the corrosion has begun to deteriorate the surface. Light pits can be removed with sanding, but deeply pitted cast iron cannot be corrected. Try a wire brush attachment to the drill if the corrosion is resistant to the hand brush. Use care not to damage or scratch the surface. The object is to lift and remove rust and corrosion so you can restore the surface. Scrub with steel wool to remove any rema
