1) This medium to heavily rusted steel plate has been degreased with a water-based degreasing agent.
2) Deox-Gel is a thick paste designed to create a deep coating that de-rusts items too big to soak in a deox-C bath.
3) Here a brush is used to smooth the Deox-Gel across the rusted surface, the gel must remain in a thick even layer; brushing out to a thin coat must be avoided. Spatulas or trowels may also be used to spread Deox-Gel. For very large areas pressure pot spray systems can be used.
4) The applied Deox-Gel is covered with plastic wrap to assist in the retention of moisture.
5) After 12 hours undisturbed the plastic film can be removed – the gel has darkened through corrosion absorption. A steel rule is used to push back the gel layer, demonstrating the effectiveness of Deox-Gel.
6) After a scrub with a stiff plastic-bristled brush and plenty of water the treated area is clean and ready for protection.
