How To: De-rust 4 Gallon Can

[Richard Farrant]

Originally Posted by Owen Evans

I picked up a nice 4 gallon can last weekend. Based on the traces of black (grey?) paint and the absence of a petrol-y smell, I suspect that this was originally a water can.

Problem is, the interior is rather rusty (photo 3). Any tips on a product I could use to coat the interior, to stop the rust getting any worse? Or should I leave well alone?

Thanks,
Owen.

Hi Owen,
Nice find! If you want the can just for looks and not to fill it, I would use Waxoyl and either spray it inside or just pour some in and swill it around, then tip any surplus out.