[Jewelry making - Article 00056] - Re: [Orchid] Speeding up the rusting of ferrous metals

[Ron Charlotte]

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    Start by degreasing the metal completely, put it in a sealable
    container and spray it with salt water, add an small open container
    of vinegar or other weak acid, and close the container. Depending on
    you local conditions and the grade of steel/iron the reaction can be
    pretty quick, so check it every 4-8 hours. Once you get the degree of
    rust you want, open the container, remove the vinegar, and let it
    dry. 

    Here in humid, salt air prone, FL, often you can get the same effect
    with just the salt spray and an open shelf.

Ron Charlotte -- Gainesville, FL
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