Removing rust from stainless fridge - Page 2

12-15-2009, 04:28 PM

Some kinds of stainless rusts lightly. I might just try a mild abrasive kitchen cleaner on a sponge.

Rabidsquirrel · 12-15-2009, 04:40 PM

From http://www.ssina.com/faq/index.html#2

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3. Can stainless steel rust? Why? (I thought stainless did not rust!)

Answer: Stainless does not "rust" as you think of regular steel rusting with a red oxide on the surface that flakes off. If you see red rust it is probably due to some iron particles that have contaminated the surface of the stainless steel and it is these iron particles that are rusting. Look at the source of the rusting and see if you can remove it from the surface. If the iron is embedded in the surface, you can try a solution of 10% nitric and 2% hydrofluoric acid at room temperature or slightly heated. Wash area well with lots and lots of water after use. Commercially available "pickling paste" can also be used. See "The Care and Cleaning of Stainless Steel" for more information.

Whoa, multi-simultaneous post!

Starscream · 12-15-2009, 04:43 PM

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Originally Posted by markem

true stainless steel doesn't rust, but you will find that many (most?) stainless steel appliances are subject to some rusting, which says something for the quality of the stainless steel.

12-15-2009, 04:50 PM

What is a STAIN?? Do tell.

Because STEEL will STAIN and OXIDIZE no matter WHAT it is called.

As I said, and as you fail to realize, Stainless is NOT STAINPROOF.

Here you go -

Stainless steel does not stain, corrode, or rust as easily as ordinary steel (it stains less, but it is not stain-proof).

So what do we mean when we say that stainless steel is stainless? Does that mean if we spill our coffee on it that it won't stain? Not exactly. The name gets it origin from the fact that stainless steel corrodes or rusts less easily than ordinary steel. In this article we'll look into the chemistry behind stainless steel and find out what makes it stainless.

WAIT!!!

WHAT WAS THAT???

stainless steel corrodes or rusts less easily than ordinary steel

LINK

Sit down before you hurt yourself.

""True stainless doesn't rust""

Starscream · 12-15-2009, 04:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tobii3

Sit down before you hurt yourself.

12-15-2009, 04:43 PM

According to this site, the rust is from contamination on the surface.

12-15-2009, 04:44 PM

Ain't the internets informative?

1badhog07 · 12-15-2009, 04:51 PM

See jason what you started..

kydsid · 12-15-2009, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by 1badhog07

See jason what you started..

I know right. Leave the kids unsupervised for a couple hours and look what happens.

Thanks for all the suggestions everyone. Looks like I have some reading to do right after I set up a computer.

JaKaacH · 12-15-2009, 06:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kydsid

I know right. Leave the kids unsupervised for a couple hours and look what happens.

Thanks for all the suggestions everyone. Looks like I have some reading to do right after I set up a computer.

What kind of computer?? PC or Mac....??

kydsid · 12-15-2009, 07:26 PM

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Originally Posted by JaKaacH

What kind of computer?? PC or Mac....??

PC. Macs don't need setup..it's called the on switch.

Been building computers for 15 years, I'll be ok with any pc problems. Rust/Oxidation/orange stains whatever you want to call it on my fridge are another issue.

replicant_argent · 12-15-2009, 04:54 PM

Gives Gunny Segway a Mommys Little Helper...

Blueface · 12-15-2009, 05:17 PM

We use the stainless steel cleaner made for the appliances.
I think with a little elbow grease, works well to clean the surface of anything.

12-15-2009, 04:56 PM

Pass the popcorn...

Starscream · 12-15-2009, 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by BC-Axeman

Pass the popcorn...

Be careful not to get any rust on it.

12-15-2009, 05:04 PM

I've heard of a rusty trombone.....what's a rusty popcorn??

Starscream · 12-15-2009, 05:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tobii3

I've heard of a rusty trombone.....what's a rusty popcorn??

Exactly. Popcorn doesn't rust.

Whee · 12-15-2009, 05:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BC-Axeman

Pass the popcorn...

I brought enough to share.

12-15-2009, 05:09 PM

T.G · 12-15-2009, 05:42 PM

tobii,

Metal purity has a lot to do with it. Not going to bother explaining it further since you've got all the answers, even though your own links contradict each other.

BTW. you're the only one who brought up non-staining.

12-15-2009, 04:28 PM	#1
BC-Axeman Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Removing rust from stainless fridge Some kinds of stainless rusts lightly. I might just try a mild abrasive kitchen cleaner on a sponge.

12-15-2009, 04:50 PM	#4
tobii3 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Removing rust from stainless fridge What is a STAIN?? Do tell. Because STEEL will STAIN and OXIDIZE no matter WHAT it is called. As I said, and as you fail to realize, Stainless is NOT STAINPROOF. Here you go - Stainless steel does not stain, corrode, or rust as easily as ordinary steel (it stains less, but it is not stain-proof). So what do we mean when we say that stainless steel is stainless? Does that mean if we spill our coffee on it that it won't stain? Not exactly. The name gets it origin from the fact that stainless steel corrodes or rusts less easily than ordinary steel. In this article we'll look into the chemistry behind stainless steel and find out what makes it stainless. WAIT!!! WHAT WAS THAT??? stainless steel corrodes or rusts less easily than ordinary steel LINK Sit down before you hurt yourself. ""True stainless doesn't rust""

12-15-2009, 04:43 PM	#6
BC-Axeman Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Removing rust from stainless fridge According to this site, the rust is from contamination on the surface.

12-15-2009, 04:44 PM	#7
BC-Axeman Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Removing rust from stainless fridge Ain't the internets informative?

12-15-2009, 04:51 PM	#8
1badhog07 Still Watching My Back Join Date: Sep 2009 First Name: gustavo Location: laredo,tx Posts: 215 Trading: (2)	Re: Removing rust from stainless fridge See jason what you started.. __________________ I WILL SMOKE NO CIGAR BEFORE ITS TIME

12-15-2009, 04:54 PM	#12
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12-15-2009, 05:17 PM	#13
Blueface Gramps 4x's Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Horatio Seymore Hiny Location: Boca Raton - North of La Habana Posts: 8,774 Trading: (8)	Re: Removing rust from stainless fridge We use the stainless steel cleaner made for the appliances. I think with a little elbow grease, works well to clean the surface of anything. __________________ Little known fact: I am a former member of the Village People - The Indian

12-15-2009, 04:56 PM	#14
BC-Axeman Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Removing rust from stainless fridge Pass the popcorn...

12-15-2009, 05:04 PM	#16
tobii3 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Removing rust from stainless fridge I've heard of a rusty trombone.....what's a rusty popcorn??

12-15-2009, 05:09 PM	#19
tobii3 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Removing rust from stainless fridge

12-15-2009, 05:42 PM	#20
T.G Grrrrrr Join Date: Mar 2009 First Name: The Other Adam Posts: 15,561 Trading: (37)	Re: Removing rust from stainless fridge tobii, Metal purity has a lot to do with it. Not going to bother explaining it further since you've got all the answers, even though your own links contradict each other. BTW. you're the only one who brought up non-staining.

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