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M MadDogMike Grand Member (8 years) The Anvil of the Sun Joined: Mar 30, 2008 Posts: 10863	M MadDogMike Posted posted on Mon, May 23, 2011 1:09 PM Fire and water are one way if the metal can stand heating. Metal that has been burned and put out with water always rusts fast, like the hood of a car after an engine fire. The downside is that it will burn off any paint too and can cause major warping. I have seen people put small pieces in wet sawdust in a plastic storage container. Seems I have read of adding vinegar, hydrogen peroxide, salt, urine (ammonia), etc. Heat speeds up chemical reactions, seal the container and put it in the sun. Google "Rust Patina" and you will find lots of specific info. Have Fun!

Fire and water are one way if the metal can stand heating. Metal that has been burned and put out with water always rusts fast, like the hood of a car after an engine fire. The downside is that it will burn off any paint too and can cause major warping.

I have seen people put small pieces in wet sawdust in a plastic storage container. Seems I have read of adding vinegar, hydrogen peroxide, salt, urine (ammonia), etc. Heat speeds up chemical reactions, seal the container and put it in the sun.

Google "Rust Patina" and you will find lots of specific info. Have Fun!

Post #590334 by MadDogMike on Mon, May 23, 2011 1:09 PM