Cleaning Galvanized Sheet Metal

Preventing wet storage stain is accomplished in two ways.

Cleaning galvanized sheet metal. If there are significant amounts of it it may not be possible to recover this product. Step 1 rinse with water. Use another lint free cloth to buff the galvanized steel to a high sheen. Scrub metal with liquid laundry detergent.

Clr a widely available household cleaning product can also be used to clean galvanized metal. The white corrosion product can be removed with a weaker organic acid such as acetic acid. Regular maintenance will reduce the amount of dirt and chemical buildup that forms on your steel over time and will make cleaning easier in the future. Apply a light coat of paste wax or metal polish to the rinsed and dried surface to help protect the metallic finish.

The best way to treat wet storage stain is to prevent it. Removing standing water from newly galvanized surfaces. An initial cleaning with a rag dipped in fresh water will remove any dirt or streaks on your galvanized steel. Make sure to avoid cleaning with harsh cleaners which could dissolve the zinc oxide in the galvanized coating and reduce the lifespan of your steel.

Properly storing newly galvanized steel does both. Before you wash the galvanized metal simply rinse it off with a hose or some clean water. This will get rid of the large debris and most of the smaller rocks sand or other pieces of particulate that can scratch the metal. Providing adequate air flow to newly galvanized surfaces.

Cleaning wet storage stain from galvanized steel.