How to use CRC Evapo-Rust

Not all rust treatments are created equally.  Evapo-Rust is an award-winning, non-toxic, ready-to-use formulation, that will provide fast and effective restoration of your rusty items. It is safe and easy to use, and with no pungent fumes, it won’t leave you feeling heady. 

Evapo-Rust is not at all corrosive, and will not harm adjoining materials, such as plastic or PVC, on the item that you are treating.  

It sounds gentle, but when it comes to rust, this product is hard-hitting. Even the toughest, most built-up rust, will seemingly evaporate after a treatment.   

Read on to learn how easy the whole process of removing rust with Evapo-Rust really is: 

To get started, you will need two things:  

A container with a lid 

Ideally, the container should be large enough to completely submerge the item you are treating. 

If the item is very large, it is possible to conduct the treatment in stages. 

Depending on the severity of rust, the item may need to soak over several hours, or longer.  

A lid will prevent evaporation of the product.  

You don’t want to unnecessarily lose your Evapo-Rust, because it can be reused for several applications! 

Evapo-Rust   

Figure out what volume of Evapo-Rust you will need to fill your container and achieve full submersion of the pieces you wish to soak. 

The product is available to buy in 1-litre, 5-litre, and 20-litre jerry cans plus an aerosol version.

Don’t forget, that the solution can be reused for several applications, so once you’re finished, pour it back into the jerry can for safe storage. 

Let the Magic Happen 

All good things take time, and the rust removal process is no different. 

It’s important to remember that Evapo-Rust will not harm the metal, even if you leave it soaking for longer than it needs. 
Since the soak times vary from piece to piece, we recommend checking your item periodically and wiping it with a rag to see how the rust removal is progressing. 

Interestingly, Evapo-Rust works more slowly at lower temperatures, so bear this in mind if you’ve been storing your product in a cold outdoor shed. 

For optimal results, the product will work best at room temperature. 

Prepare to be Amazed  

Once all of the rust has been displaced from your treasure, it’s time to remove it from the Evapo-Rust bath. 

Simply rinse off your item with water, and let it air dry. 

Now, take a moment to appreciate your item, which by now will look as good as new! 

Rust Protect, Rust Protect, Rust Protect… 

Your rust-free item is looking amazing! But don’t stop to admire it for too long… It won’t take long for that pesky rust to start forming again! 

A product like CRC Soft Seal seals out moisture and corrosive contaminants, and prevents re-rusting. 

The spray-on application of CRC Soft Seal will provide a dry, transparent, amber waxy film, for heavy protection of parts. 

Treating your item with a generous spray of CRC Soft Seal, will leave it resistant to humidity, salt water spray, chemicals and corrosive atmospheres, for up to 2 years following application. 

Watch our YouTube video of Evapo-Rust in action.  

Don't forget to take a look at our extensive range of corrosion protection and coatings products.