Between humidity and sweat, your gym’s steel equipment might develop a thin layer of rust overtime. Don't let the mess stain your clothes or shorten the life of your equipment. Rust removal, using apple cider vinegar, is an easy remedy, so let's get started!
Follow these five simple steps:
Step 1: Start by mixing equal parts apple cider vinegar and water in a bucket.
Step 2: Soak the rusty items in the solution for several hours or overnight. If your item is bulky, soak paper towels in the vinegar, then wrap them around your item, followed immediately by plastic wrap to prevent the vinegar from evaporating.
Step 3: After the rust has been softened, use a stiff wire brush or steel wool to scrub quickly to avoid flash-rusting. For stubborn rust spots, create a small amount of paste from baking soda and water to help with the removal process.
Step 4: Rinse the item with clean water and dry with a soft cloth to prevent further corrosion.
Step 5: Finally, coat the item with a light layer of vegetable oil or WD-40 to keep it from rusting again.
Don't forget!
To avoid cleaning and to minimize future rusting, build in 30 seconds of regular maintenance to wipe down your steel equipment after each workout.