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Rust, to Remove from Stovepipe
Rub a very little raw linseed oil upon it, which stops its further eating; then dry it with a moderate fire, after which polish may be used if desired; but polish does not stop the deeper
corrosion, or eating into the pipe; hence, after a little, it will again show through the polish, unless the oil is first used.
Barrels and Other "Wooden Vessels, to Cleanse. —Barrels for wine, or cider, also vessels for culinary purposes, holding food, etc., are rendered fit for immediate use by a solution of sal-soda, says the Journal of Chem istry, thus: " An ordinary barrel should be filled half full of water, and a solution of about 2 lbs. of the soda in as much water as will dissolve it, poured in, and the liquids thoroughly mixed by shaking the barrel, which should then be filled to the bung with water, and allowed to remain from 12 to 14 hours; then, after withdrawing the discolored liquid, it should be well rinsed and filled with pure water, and should remain a few hours more, when it will be fit for use. Other wooden utensils may be similarly treated.
Remarks. —The soda should be fully dissolved in 3 or 4 qts. of water, by heat, before putting in. If not much musty, 1 lb. of soda will do.
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