How to Clean Rust Off a Painted Concrete Driveway

If there is rust on your painted concrete driveway, determine where the source of the rust. Once you locate the source, remove it. If there are stains you can clean the driveway yourself. This article will instruct you on how to clean rust off a painted concrete driveway.

How to Clean Rust Off a Painted Concrete Driveway

1. You will need one pound of oxalic acid, rubber gloves, plastic bucket, scrub brush, water hose, sandpaper, and paint.




2. Put on the rubber gloves and follow the directions on the package of oxalic acid.




3. Mix one gallon of hot water with one pound of oxalic acid.




4. Apply a mixture to the rust stains with a scrub brush. Scrub the area until the rust disappears.




5. Rinse the area thoroughly. Do not rinse the mixture into plant and trees because the acid mixture can kill them.




6. Allow the area to dry thoroughly for 24 hours.




7. Sand the area and repaint if necessary.