How Do You Stop Rust By Encapsulation?
Rust is the product of chemical reaction between iron and oxygen. It occurs at the contact surface between the metals that contain iron and the oxygen-reach media, such as air or water. In order to permanently stop the process of rusting, you would need to completely separate the two reactants, which in most cases may not be feasible or practical. The next best method is encapsulation of rust by an oxygen-impermeable layer. This stops the oxidation from spreading any further for a very long time. The rust encapsulators are typically applied as demonstrated below. Step 1 Remove any loose rust or paint from the metal surface by using the wire brush. Step 2 Remove all dust oil, grease or chemicals and make sure the surface is completely dry. Step 3 Apply the rust converter onto the treated surface to convert the remaining rust into an inert substance. Allow some time to complete the conversion, as indicated in the product instructions. Step 4 Apply the first coat of the rust encapsulator
