slashfromgunsnroses t1_iycykib wrote on November 30, 2022 at 2:06 PM

Reply to comment by stumpdawg in How would you tidy this rusted metal bathroom shelf? by Healthyreddit_123

Not grind off the rust and sand a little first?

Healthyreddit_123 OP t1_iycysb9 wrote on November 30, 2022 at 2:08 PM

Should mention we're in a small 1 bed flat on a budget, so power tools (aside from hand drill) are a bit unfeasible. One day I'll have the shed with all the big boys but that day is not today unfortunately

slashfromgunsnroses t1_iyd0aok wrote on November 30, 2022 at 2:20 PM

Think at least some sandpaper can help you clear the worst of the debris - it will look nicer in the end

CADUSER1 t1_iydeh2k wrote on November 30, 2022 at 4:00 PM

Get a wire brush head for your drill and use that to knock a lot of the rust off. Like this: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Brushes-Drills-Coated-Cleaning-Removing/dp/B08BXW5MD8/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=2K3Z9SQOLITH1&keywords=wire+brush+for+drill&pldnSite=1&qid=1669824012&sa-no-redirect=1&sprefix=wire+brush+for+drill%2Caps%2C173&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1

stumpdawg t1_iyd167s wrote on November 30, 2022 at 2:26 PM

Definitely do that