Corrosion in cars
NEW CARS When buying a new car, you may consider having it ‘rust-proofed’. If you decide to have it done,
Cleaning Tarnished Metals
For decorative brassware, try to avoid greasy finger prints, as the fatty acids in the skin are corrosive. Also, the burnt gases from kerosene heaters may cause rapid tarnishing of brass.
Corrosion in the home
Maintain your home appliances and fixtures by cleaning with vinegar, using cold tap water for aluminum items, keeping stainless steel dry, avoiding mixed metals in plumbing, and treating rusted parts with penetrating oil. For a full guide on maintenance and corrosion prevention, refer to the ACA Educational Guide.
Turning back time – The fight against corrosion.
TURNING BACK TIME – THE FIGHT AGAINST CORROSION DVD To celebrate its 50th anniversary the ACA produced ‘Turning Back Time