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Re: [T3] Not exactly a technical question...


> Maybe more suited to house-wifes?
>
> How do I get rust stains out of the carpets? I took out all the carpets
> of my 70 to have them cleaned, and while they now are clean, the rust
> stains didnt come out. How do I get them out, anyone know?
>

Consulting my '57 edition of Pears Cyclopaedia, in the Housewifery section it
says to remove iron mould (rust) use a warm solution of oxalic acid or salts of
lemon (1/2 teaspoonful to 1/2 (Imp) pint of water - ie 300mls or 10 ozs).  After
a few minutes rinse thoroughly.  Test a hidden corner first.  Repeat the
treatment as necessary.  Take care, oxalic acid, (COOH)2  IIRC, is poisonous.
I'm not sure what salts of lemon is, but I think it may be citric acid.

No guarantees, but those housewives weren't stupid.  ;-)
Ah those were the days!

BTW if you need advice on ironing, laundering, or looking after poultry, I have
info here on those as well.

Dave.
UK VW Type 3 & 4 Club
http://www.hallvw.clara.co.uk/
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