Question about Naval Jelly...

[laralucine]

Do you need to use a ton? It says apply "liberally", I left on about ten minutes, doesn't seem to have done much. Do I need to really coat it on thickly, leave it on longer, or both
thanks,
LL

[SHERMANVILLE ILLINOIS]

L,

put a blob on; as much as the piece will
hold; I often let it sit for days. (but keep an
eye on it).

Wear gloves and eye 8) protection; nasty stuff.

have a good un.....................

[cryptodave]

For general cleaning of iron and steel, apply full strength with a paint brush, roller or sponge. Allow a dwell time of 5 to 20 minutes depending on the amount of rust to be removed. If heavy encrustations are present, use a wire brush to clean before applying. In severe conditions, it may be necessary to apply Naval Jelly several times. If this occurs, allow a longer dwell time, overnight if possible.

http://www.shorechemical.com/Section%207%20Tech%20Sheets/naval_jelly.htm

[laralucine]

Thanks, guys!