Difficulty

Easy

Steps

4

Time Required

                          1 - 2 days            

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  • How to clean a rusting Microwave
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Introduction

What you need

Step 1

              prepare               
  • an enamel paint is required but it is not special for microwaves, e.g. the small tins used for modeling will do
  • unplug the microwave!

an enamel paint is required but it is not special for microwaves, e.g. the small tins used for modeling will do

unplug the microwave!

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Step 2

              remove the rust               
  • remove the glass tray and roller ring
  • rub the affected area with wirewool
  • wipe away any debris with a dry cloth

remove the glass tray and roller ring

rub the affected area with wirewool

wipe away any debris with a dry cloth

Step 3

              apply the paint               
  • shake the tin
  • apply a thin coat with the brush
  • give the paint at least 6 hours to dry
  • apply 1 or 2 more coats as appriopriate

shake the tin

apply a thin coat with the brush

give the paint at least 6 hours to dry

apply 1 or 2 more coats as appriopriate

Step 4

              replace  tray               
  • make sure paint is fully dry and interior is aired

make sure paint is fully dry and interior is aired

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wgcormier - Oct 27, 2020

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Janet Jones - Feb 12, 2021

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So Easy thanks