What's the best way to get surface rust off a table saw top without damaging it?
Question:My saw top got rusty due to my dehumidifer being placed too close to it. I moved that, but want to know what to do about the table top. I don't want to run wood threw it and get it all rust stained.
Answers:
use 0000 steel wool with a light oil (WD40 will work). When all the rust is removed clean the tabletop with carb cleaner, then use a good quality furniture paste wax. My wife suggests using Taco Bell (or similar) hot sauce right out of the packets. Let it sit a bit, agitate with steel wool and rinse. Dry thouroughly and proceed with the wax.
Try to cut a lemon and rub the lemon on the rust. Then you try a damp soft cloth with some baking soda on it to see if you can cleen it up.
Get a block of wood and affix some fine wet and dry paper to it (180 - 200 would be OK).
Run the saw and place the block against each side of the saw and hey presto it will clean off the rust.
Good Luck
I assume you are talking about the table top get some steel wool and wd40 spray the surface with it and start scrubbing it'll take a little elbow grease but will give you the best results.
Get some rust remover or WD-40 and use a plastic scrubber to rub it into the rust. Wipe it clean with paper towels and repeat until it is gone.
You can use a fine steel wool and then automotive wax to protect and make the wood slide easier.
Use regular motor oil and the finest grit sandpaper you can find. Pour the oil on the surface and sand the rust off.
I agree with emgeealex except that I would recommend using #300 steel wool rather than sandpaper.
I'll go with the last two answers, either method will do. However I'm not keen on the oil idea, yes it will inhibit rust but you would have to remove all of the oil before using the saw to ensure you don't leave traces for the finish coats to find.
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