I'm confused. Most say it rusts and some say no. Could it be the water that is making it rust?
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Yes... It is the water that initially breaks down the coating on the dish rack and yes... Once that coating is fully compromised, it will rust. The chemicals and other properties of the water will just eat away at it over time, however, the best solution has already been stated. Buy a can of Rustoleum Clear Coat or any regular Polyurethane that will adhere to the coating, whether that be chrome or plastic, and spray it all over the rack... And don't forget to remove the plastic utensil holder, if there is one, and DO spray the feet. Two applications are best so it will take a couple of days to paint, dry and recoat... Then to dry, fully, for use. Yes... It is the water that initially breaks down the coating on the dish rack and yes... Once that coating is fully compromised, it will rust. The chemicals and other properties of the water will just eat away at it over time, however, the best solution has already been stated. Buy a can of Rustoleum Clear Coat or any regular Polyurethane that will adhere to the coating, whether that be chrome or plastic, and spray it all over the rack... And don't forget to remove the plastic utensil holder, if there is one, and DO spray the feet. Two applications are best so it will take a couple of days... » Read More Yes... It is the water that initially breaks down the coating on the dish rack and yes... Once that coating is fully compromised, it will rust. The chemicals and other properties of the water will just eat away at it over time, however, the best solution has already been stated. Buy a can of Rustoleum Clear Coat or any regular Polyurethane that will adhere to the coating, whether that be chrome or plastic, and spray it all over the rack... And don't forget to remove the plastic utensil holder, if there is one, and DO spray the feet. Two applications are best so it will take a couple of days to paint, dry and recoat... Then to dry, fully, for use. « Show Less
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I haven't seen any rust yet, but we have only had it for a couple of months. It is lightly used, in our office kitchen.
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kara - i have well water that contains alot of dissolved iron. the disolved iron looks like rust. i see evidence of this everywhere we use water. the dish strainer shows no sign of rusting itself. hope this helps.
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Hi. I've answered this before so will be brief. This strainer is really great and highly recommended. Water contact breaks down the metal .. this can cause rust .. so prevent it. Go to one of the "box stores" and by a can of "clear gloss" Polyurethane (about $7). As soon as you get strainer, take off the rubber feet and wipe it down (don't get it wet). Now, give it a couple of coats of that clear poly. Let completely dry (like overnight if possible). Lightly wash and dry, put on rubber feet and use. It will never rust (mine hasn't after a long time).
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This is my second one and no rust, Just a smidge under the rubber feet, but if you take them off once in a while and then, no Rust forms. Love this dish rack
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When the coating on the frame of the rack get cracked or chipped, the water gets to the metal and yes it can rust. With care placing it in your sink, and not hitting something hard on the edge of the rack, it should last you many years before it rusts.
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I got this dish drainer because it was similar to the old one I had and liked. After a long time, my original one did flake and rust.The difference is that this new one is not plastic clad wire, and does not rust. I have had it at least a year now, and no rusting. I like it very well.
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Probably it would rust as it is made of metal. No salt water here in the Midwest to test itMaybe you could paint it with a rust proof paint before using and be sure to rinse with freshwater after using
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Send it back. I had mine for just a few months and it rusted. I had it in my house and nowhere near water. It's junk.
1200579
I have never had a problem with rusting. I use my water boiler daily. I've never had to deal with customer service.
1933146
The one I have has been in the hot tub all last summer and is in it now and there is to rust. It still seems to work quite well.
2020546
No rust thus far; had mine for nearly a year. Gotta say, though, I generally don't keep water just sitting in itl
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It is essential that you use only purified bottled water. Anything else leads to "rust:. I would clean out the system by filling the tank with purified water, let it steam out, and then refill and check. You may have to do twice. This should do the trick ...
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I don't see any metal parts in this brush so I am not sure where the rust came from. May be it is just some discolored water left at the bottom of the holder from the brush after you use it. I always make sure I shake the water off before I put the brush back to the holder.
901152
I soak mine frequently and have even run it through the dishwasher a few times. It has never rusted, but it has discolored slightly.
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It's plastic, so it won't rust. It would be fine for outdoors if not extreme weather. It holds a lot of water so it would need to be kept where the temperature of the water can remain consistent. I hope that helps.
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I've only had mine for a while, and I washed it and NO rust.. Cheap grades of stainless will rust.. There are different grades of stainless steel..
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yes, to much iron will be rust color. that said do you have galvanized or iron pipes? then it could be actual rust, not good. if this water is from a well, it might be just to much iron in the water. check your water with a test kit .
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I am not sure... but i have had it for over a 1/2 year and have very hard water and there are no sign of rust. So I would assume it is.
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I've had mine in our kitchen sink for at least two months and it's perfect - no rust. Could it be water difference? I'm in Western Washington.
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It could be defective. Had mine for some time now and it still looks brand new. We have hard water and I make sure it's clean and dried after each use.
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We use everyday and have never seen issue with rust. There are some hard water issues and scaling but just need to clean with vinegar.
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I'm not sure why you're assuming it rusts? Did another review say that? I haven't had any trouble with mine so far. As far as the France/China thing goes, I really don't have any additional insight for you on that issue. Sorry I couldn't be of more help.