Metal Rescue® Rust Remover GEL is a cleaner, safer and easier rust remover for iron and steel. Unlike other gel-based rust removers, Metal Rescue GEL is non-toxic, environmentally friendly, and contains no harmful or corrosive acids, alkalis or solvents. Metal Rescue GEL is your on-the-spot rust remover! Its highly-adhesive formula allows for simple and controlled application–GEL clings to metal. GEL must remain moist to remove rust; do not allow to dry. For success, use Metal Rescue’s signature plastic wrap method: “Keep GEL from Dryin’—Wrap After Applyin.’”
Metal Rescue® Rust Remover GEL is a cleaner, safer and easier rust remover for iron and steel. Unlike other gel-based rust removers, Metal Rescue GEL is non-toxic, environmentally friendly, and contains no harmful or corrosive acids, alkalis or solvents. Metal Rescue GEL is your on-the-spot rust remover! Its highly-adhesive formula allows for simple and controlled application–GEL clings to metal. GEL must remain moist to remove rust; do not allow to dry. For success, use Metal Rescue’s signature plastic wrap method: “Keep GEL from Dryin’—Wrap After Applyin.’”
PREP: For best results, remove surface dirt, oil, grease or anything that could present a barrier between Metal Rescue GEL and the surface of the metal. Pre-cleaning is not required, but the speed and performance of GEL will greatly improve if dirt and grease are removed before application.
APPLY: Use gloves. Apply a 1/8” thick layer of Metal Rescue GEL (via brush, roller or wipe on) to rusted area on metal’s surface. (1/8” is approximately the same thickness as two pennies stacked on top of each other.) GEL will darken in color as rust is removed.
WRAP: Do not allow GEL to dry – GEL must remain moist to remove rust. To keep GEL moist, use Metal Rescue’s signature plastic wrap method:
- Tear one sheet of household plastic wrap from roll. Sheet should be slightly larger than GEL application area.
- Lay sheet of wrap over surface of GEL, making sure that entire application area is covered.
- Ensure edges of wrap are secure to protect GEL from exposure to airflow that could cause drying.
Check periodically and reapply wrap if more process time is needed. Process time is dependent on severity of rust:
- Light rust up to 2 hours
- Moderate rust up to 12 hours
- Heavy rust up to 24 hours
If stubborn rust remains, repeat application process.
REMOVE/PROTECT: Once desired results are achieved, rinse or wipe off GEL completely. Result is clean, bare metal ready for use or additional processing.
To protect from rust returning, use Dry Coat™ Rust Preventative spray (for indoor storage) or proceed to next restoration step (paint/coating).
