Can i use rusty canning rings

Sort by date Sort by reaction score. Most of my canning rings are heavily rusted. They still do the job but they look bad. When do you toss them? Could I spray paint them? Try some sandpaper or steel wool to clean off the threads so they screw on easier. I guess I wouldn't keep heavily rusted rings--there are probably some that wouldn't use ANY with rust, but I don't mind a little. I guess I'd be afraid of flaking some of the rust in the food I was preserving.

The main problems are just a aesthetic, and b if they get too rusty they can be hard to get properly snug-but-not-overtightened, or can loosen the canning lid when you remove the ring the day after processing. JMHO, Pat. Joined Nov 4, Messages Reaction score 0 Points It does sound like they were left on after canning.

A lot of liquid stays in the threads and causing rust. Like the guy with the grumpy avatar says, try steel wool. Now I have a new wrinkle in my brain They had been removed after use.

They were stored in the damp area of the basement. I didn't realize it was damp there. Joined Dec 1, Messages 1, Reaction score 3 Points Your email address will not be published. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Indoor Seed Starting Setup. DIY Log Carrier.

You May Also Like. I thought I had put them away dry, but obviously not dry enough. Question: As the rings don't actually touch the product, and its a new sealing lid obviously : , can I use my old rings, or do I need to get a whole new set. If you have something like a Brillo or Scotchbrite pad clean them up and coat them with some veggie oil. Outdoor Ideas. Need Help with this boring, outdated living room please! Does this rug work with this room. Best Refrigerator? I've pretty much decided the protective coating on the rings just won't stand up to automatic dishwasher detergent, so I hand wash all my rings now.

Even with only hand washing, the rings will rust eventually, but usually after years, depending on your humidity levels. Indem Sie weiterhin auf der Website surfen bzw. Mehr erfahren. Ultimate Lighting Sale. Bathroom Vanity Sale. Bestselling Chandeliers and Pendants. Sign In. Join as a Pro. Houzz TV. Houzz Research.

Shop Featured Holiday Categories. Home Decor. Holiday Decor. Christmas Trees. Holiday Lighting. Gift Cards. Rusty canning rings -? Han 8 years ago. Hi, So, my canning rings have got specks of what I suspect are rust on them. Email Save Comment 7. Sort by: Oldest. Newest Oldest. As long as they aren't rusty around the lid part they should be OK.