Removing Rust with Molasses: Did You Know That Molasses Is A Rust Remover?

One of the most old school tricks in the book is removing rust with molasses. Yep, rust removal with deliciously, sticky molasses. It is just as easy as you would want it to be. You mix it with water for around a 7:1 water-to-molasses ratio. Then you drop the rusty parts into the bucket-o-goo, and forget about it for a month or so. When you eventually return, you remove your previously rusty metal to find. . .  Viola! Rust free metal! How great is that, right?

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Removing Rust with Molasses - Automotive Tips - 1A Auto
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Did you know that molasses is a rust remover? Find out just how you can start removing rust with molasses on your own with our automotive DIY tips.
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Jeremy Nutt

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7 thoughts to “Removing Rust with Molasses: Did You Know That Molasses Is A Rust Remover?”

  1. Ok, I have a rather simple question… Who named that stuff “Molasses” anyway?!?

    That is not that name I would have chosen for anything that is used in cooking food!

    At least you found another good use… it must be time for a beer….

    1. I’m not exactly sure, but I’d let the bees hang out in there as long as they want as long as the rust isn’t there when the parts come out! Rust is the worst!

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