- A mixture of hydrogen peroxide and cream of tartar can be a useful homemade rust removal from fabrics and various hard surfaces. Mix a couple of tablespoons of hydrogen peroxide into a bowl with cream of tartar until a thick paste forms. Spread the paste on top of the rust stain and allow it to set for 30 minutes. The rust should wash away when you rinse the area with water.
Another method for removing rust from hard surfaces is with a pumice stone. Pumice is a porous volcanic rock that is commonly used to rub dead skin off the bottom of feet. You can find pumice stones in the beauty section of most department stores. Run the pumice stone under warm water. The stone will absorb some of the water, causing it to soften. Using light pressure, scrub the rust with the pumice stone. The pumice stone will begin to rub off on the surface, leaving behind a thin coating of mud. This mud should come off easily with water.
Purchasing an organic rust cleaner can be used to clean away rust stains on most surfaces, including fabric, without the use of harsh chemicals. - Scale is most commonly known as hard, crusty deposits of calcium, lime and various other minerals that are normally found in hard water. Many coffeepots and teakettles have ended up in the garbage can do to mineral scale.
Spray the scale with plain, white vinegar and allow to sit for at least 30 minutes. After the allotted time, scrub the area with a plain white cloth. The acid that is naturally found in the vinegar will soften the scale, making it easier to scrub away. You can also use the hydrogen peroxide and cream of tartar recipe found in the rust removal section to combat scale.
Use plain, white vinegar once again for cleaning coffeemakers and other appliances afflicted with the dreaded scale. Fill the appliance with vinegar--like you normally would with water--and allow to run as usual. The heat along with the vinegar will aid in descaling the item.
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