How to get rust out of sink

Blot the rust spot dry and start with a baking soda paste, but know that rust stains may be very difficult to remove and can be permanent.

Blot the stain dry with a clean cloth; do not rub.
Spot test a baking soda paste in an inconspicuous area first.
Apply a baking soda paste to the stain and let it sit.
Gently work the paste in with a soft brush, using light pressure.
Rinse the area thoroughly with cold water.
Wipe dry with a clean cloth.

Don't do this

Do not scrub aggressively or use abrasive methods, as this can scratch or mar the surface.
Do not rub the stain; blot instead, to avoid spreading it.
Do not skip the spot test, to protect any special finish.
Do not assume one method fits all sinks; results differ by material.

"Rust stains may be very difficult to remove and can be permanent, especially if the iron has set into the surface. If the gentle methods fail, a commercial product made for this, used per its label, is the honest next step."

Grounded in: bigblue.atlantisuniversity.edu, desototexas.gov, site.extension.uga.edu. Every step follows sentences verified verbatim on those pages.

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