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Approach rust stains with great care. Never use chlorine bleach on a rust stain, for the stain will be set permanently. Wear rubber gloves when using rust removing products. Store these poisonous products away from children and pets. For small areas of rust on washable fabrics, dampen the stained area with water. Sprinkle on a commercial rust removing cleanser such as Zud or Barkeeper's Friend. Allow to remain on the fabric a few minutes, without rubbing. Rinse cleanser out with water, and then launder immediately. Any cleanser remaining on clothing may damage the fabric and the skin if worn. If any stain remains after laundering, or if dealing with a very large stain, try one of the following methods. Use Ro Ver rust remover, available through Maytag dealers. Launder with Ro Ver, laundry detergent and very hot water, following manufacturer's directions. If colorfastness is questionable, test RoVer in an inconspicuous spot on the garment. Another method uses oxalic acid, which may be purchased at a drug or hardware store. Oxalic acid is poisonous and should be kept away from children and pets. Make a solution of 1 tablepoon oxalic acid and 1 cup of hot water. Spread the stained area over a bowl. Pour the hot acid mixture through the fabric. Repeat until the stain disappears. Rinse thoroughly with water containing a few drops of ammonia to neutralize the acid. Then rinse with water and allow to dry. Before any stain removal process is started, you must remember that every stain removal method is not suitable for every fabric. Be sure to test each stain removal product in an inconspicuous spot such as a seam allowance. Cornell
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