How to get rust off your white clothes

When metal and water come into contact, it seems that metal is always on the losing side. Rust forms, creating a red-colored stain that makes the metal brittle.  If white fabric comes into contact with rust, the rust easily stains the fabric.  Everything shows up on white, so there is no hiding this obvious stain.  With the right "recipe", you can remove rust stains.

Step 1:  Mix cream of tartar and table salt in equal parts in a bowl.

Step 2:  Add enough hot water to make a thick paste.

Step 3:  Apply the paste onto the stain with a clean cloth

Step 4:  Allow the paste to sit on the stain for 15 minutes

Step 5:  Launder the garment in the hottest water allowable, with a scoop of laundry detergent

You can treat a large stain by adding 4 teaspoons of tartar cream to a pot of boiling water.  Place the stain area into the pot and allow it to boil for 10 to 15 minutes.  Check the label to ensure the garment can withstand heat,  Do not attempt to dry the garment until the stain is gone or it will become permanent.