My oven racks are rusted and they look light green. My landlord was supposed replace them a year ago and I'm finally ready to do it myself. Has anyone ever encountered green rust? Can I clean it or should I get new racks??

Tim martin

• 100 Answers
• Posted on Jul 04, 2008

SOURCE: Rust inside the microwave.

The areas can be sanded and painted, but first make sure there are no holes rusted through. If it's all surface rust, then sand and clean as best as you can. If you have any areas rusted through - get rid of the microwave.
Use the paint sparingly - don't try to cover in one or two coats. Best results are obtained with very, very light coats drying 10 minutes or so (depending on the humidity) in between. 10- 15 coats usually works well.
It's best to do this outside, as you'll have lots of overspray.

As far as the paint - the best I've used for the last 20 years or so comes from A.M.I. Parts. You can find them @ www.amiparts.com or toll free 1-800-522-1264.

SOURCE: bottom of GE interior door microwave is burnt/rusted

just use sand paper to clean the rust then use some high temperature paint (sold in tins) eg spray paint but it must be labeled high temperature and spray 2 to 3 coats . your microwave should be safe again

SOURCE: Deep Cleaning techniques for GE spacemaker Convection microwave

Try simple green. It is great at eating through grease. It may take a few times but it works. It is biodegardable. I used it at one of my old jobs for cleaning grease off of glass and use it in my home as well.

SOURCE: my microwave oven has are rust spots;can I paint over them?

Yes, you can paint over the spots and no, it's not dangerous. I'd let the paint thoroughly dry before using the oven -- it could otherwise cause paint to buckle/ripple/etc.

SOURCE: Rust inside the microwave oven

This is just okay but if you're quite doubtful you may bring this to any appliance service center for repaint