# How to Revive Rusted Iron Furniture
Whether it's cast or wrought, iron ranks among the most popular materials for outdoor furniture. It does have one major flaw, though: If you're not careful, it can rust. With this method, you can make your furniture look like new again.
Things You'll Need
- Kerosene
- Car Wax
- Soft Cloth
- Absorbent Towel
- Fine-grade Steel Wool (No. 000 Or 0000)
- Rust-inhibiting Primer
- Rust-resistant Spray Paint
- Fine-grit Sandpaper
Instructions
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Rub the rusted sections with kerosene, and scour with fine-grade steel wool until you reach bare metal. For persistent spots, reapply the kerosene and leave it on long enough to loosen the rust.
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Sand the edges of the bare spots to make a smooth transition between them and the surrounding painted sections.
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Rinse the piece to remove all dust, and wipe it with an absorbent towel. Let the piece sit until it's thoroughly dry.
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Spray with a rust-inhibiting primer, according to the product's instructions. Follow with a rust-resistant spray paint.
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Allow the paint to dry for a day or two. Then, using a soft cloth, rub the piece of furniture with car wax.
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