If the concrete surface was hand or machine troweled for a finish the odds are good that sandblasting will permanently change the finish and make it more susceptible to staining.
How to remove rust stains from concrete porch.
Get rid of grease stains.
Sandblasting still may not remove the rust stains.
Our diy molded concrete patio is a fantastic part of our backyard.
When metal gets wet it can rust and that rust can transfer to your concrete surfaces.
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By the way my rust stain issues are now over because i added a water softener which removes the iron from the well water.
The grass did die a few inches away from the concrete but seems to be coming back two weeks later.
Using a pressure washer rinse the natural rust remover off the concrete and enjoy a rust free patio.
How to remove rust stains from concrete.
Rust stains on your concrete.
You can re treat the area as needed for stubborn stains.
Rusty metal outdoor furniture plant pots and tools can transfer that ugly orange brown color to concrete.
We love how it looks and loved decorating it with patio furniture and a gas fire pit.
However i guess we should have purchased a cover for the gas fire pit because it did not weather well.
Cola contains some of the same ingredients as store bought rust removers scary but true.
If you have rust stains on your concrete pour some cola direct from the bottle or can onto the stain and let it sit.
Homes that rely on well water are also prone to rust stains as well water tends to be high in iron.
However it happens a rust spot can really tarnish the look of your home.
How to treat common carpet stains for rusty concrete.
In hindsight a longer soaking would be a good idea.