Removing Table Saw Rust

By Robert Robillard on Workshop tips

How To Keep Rust Off Woodworking Tools

Cleaning Rust Off Delta Table Saw

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DEAR CONCORD CARPENTER,

I bought and Delta contractor saw at a yard sale.  It has all of its parts and accessories and runs  great.  My only problem is the table is covered with rust.  What is the best way to clean it up?

thanks, Scott

DEAR SCOTT,

As long as the rusting has not pitted the surface you can clean this off.    I have no patience so I use an random orbital sander with 150 grit sand paper to remove the majority of the rust.  I then finish up with 220 grit sandpaper.  Sand until all of the rust is removed, changing your sandpaper as often as needed.

If you have some stubborn area or slight pitting you can try using steel wool or a still wire brush with some WD40 as a lubricant.

Once the surface is clean rub on a good quality paste wax to protect the surface.

Periodically clean and wax your table top and you’ll never have that problem.  Read this link:  How to keep rust off woodworking tools

Hope this helps!  ~ AConcordCarpenter

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Robert Robillard

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Rob Robillard is “The Concord Carpenter” Rob is a builder, general contractor, carpenter, woodworker, and editor of Concord Carpenter and ToolBoxBuzz As a General Contractor and carpenter, Rob owns and operates Concord Carpenter LLC. A full-service remodeling and construction company. Rob is a recognized leader in home building best practices and a source for how-to information for building professionals. On this website, Rob covers all aspects of home construction, building science, home improvement, woodworking, remodeling, and some of the best product and tool reviews. Rob is in charge of our Tool and Product Review series - Concord Carpenter Videos where we post all of our tool reviews and video tutorials. Rob approaches remodeling and building construction with a pragmatic and problem-solving approach. He enjoys using his knowledge and experience to help and educate building professionals as well as DIYers on best practices in the construction and remodeling industry. He's a strong advocate for "raising the bar" in the construction trades and promoting the trades to youth. #BeAMentor #Green2Great Craftsmanship, quality, and pride guide his journey on this channel The Concord Carpenter's motto: "Well done is better than well said!" : Read more about Rob

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