Rusty marks on patio tiles...
Rusty marks on patio tiles...
We have some rusty marks on some patio tiles left by a cast-iron umbrella base. Is there a way to clean off these marks? The tiles are matt not glossy.
Brian.
Re: Rusty marks on patio tiles...
Brian,
Have you tried Agua -Fuerte ?
It might take several applications and better applied neat and left for 30 minutes, and be careful of the fumes !
Regards,
Gordon
Have you tried Agua -Fuerte ?
It might take several applications and better applied neat and left for 30 minutes, and be careful of the fumes !
Regards,
Gordon
Re: Rusty marks on patio tiles...
forgive my ignorance on this... do you a apply with a cloth? brush? and what do you do after 30mins? mop clean?
Re: Rusty marks on patio tiles...
Hi, Sorry to barge in on this - but am having the near identical problem, But what kind of shops stock this agua-fuerte? I mean is it available in most supermarkets?
thanks
thanks
Re: Rusty marks on patio tiles...
I would say all supermarkets, certainly Mucky Donna, that is where I get mine for the pool, sorry Beach.
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Re: Rusty marks on patio tiles...
Useful though aguafuerte is (also sold as Sulfomat) test its action on a hidden place - it is an acid, and can completely dissolve some things, like terracotta losas! It is so useful I christened it ‘dead granny reviver’.
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Re: Rusty marks on patio tiles...
Flashman,
Sorry , just noticed your post.
First, it is available in most shops selling cleaning materials, there are several brand names,but mostly it is labelled Aguaferte., and it is usually only around one euro for a bottle.
It is very effective, but must be used with care, best to wear gloves and make sure that you use it in well ventilated areas.
I have used it for many years with success and no problems.
It comes in a squirt bottle, so spray it on the stain , at arms length, and better as suggested to try it on a 'test area' first.
It will start acting immediately, frothing, I normally only leave it for 10 minutes then wash it away with plenty of clean water, don't add other cleaning products to the clean water, they could react.
If the stain is still there apply again and leave a little longer, the 'washed away' Aguaferte will also help to keep your drains clear, and the smell will soon disappear.
Keep the bottle stored away from other cleaning materials, in case you use it by mistake and make sure the lid is on correctly and the bottle is upright.
I can't think of anything else to add, but please feel free to ask if you need any other advice...
Happy Stain Removing,
Regards,
Gordon-Odd Job Man...
Sorry , just noticed your post.
First, it is available in most shops selling cleaning materials, there are several brand names,but mostly it is labelled Aguaferte., and it is usually only around one euro for a bottle.
It is very effective, but must be used with care, best to wear gloves and make sure that you use it in well ventilated areas.
I have used it for many years with success and no problems.
It comes in a squirt bottle, so spray it on the stain , at arms length, and better as suggested to try it on a 'test area' first.
It will start acting immediately, frothing, I normally only leave it for 10 minutes then wash it away with plenty of clean water, don't add other cleaning products to the clean water, they could react.
If the stain is still there apply again and leave a little longer, the 'washed away' Aguaferte will also help to keep your drains clear, and the smell will soon disappear.
Keep the bottle stored away from other cleaning materials, in case you use it by mistake and make sure the lid is on correctly and the bottle is upright.
I can't think of anything else to add, but please feel free to ask if you need any other advice...
Happy Stain Removing,
Regards,
Gordon-Odd Job Man...
Re: Rusty marks on patio tiles...
thanks Odd-Job. i'll add that to my list of tasks for the next trip
Re: Rusty marks on patio tiles...
Regural vinegar will remove rust so i expect that if you saturate an old towel and leave on top over night or longer as it may be necessary.
I have used vinegar on car parts + nuts and bolts but things have always being immersed.
I have used vinegar on car parts + nuts and bolts but things have always being immersed.
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