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  • Jun 11, 2009, 12:37 PM
    cartomkate
    Rust stains in shower grout
    Hi - as a result of a rusty screw in the shower ironmongery I've rust trail stains in the grouting. Does anyone know what's best for removing it as it is pretty unsightly.
  • Jun 11, 2009, 12:59 PM
    Perito

    If it's actual rust, you'll need an acid or a strong chelant to get it out. I'd hate to advise you to use muriatic acid (hydrochloric acid) unless you have lots and lots of ventillation. You could try a weaker acid (vinegar, for example) and see if that'll get it to come out.

    I'm not aware of any commercially-available chelants, though there may be some. Possibly someone knows a brand name.
  • Jun 11, 2009, 01:51 PM
    ballengerb1

    Try Whink found in the laundry soap aisle. Whink Rust Stain Remover If it does not come off after a minute of soaking then soak some felt or cloth strips with Whink and tape over the grout so it can soak longer without evaporating. I removed a rust stain on concrete from a table leg, it took 15 minutes of soaking but worked.

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