Aluminum Knowledge Base
Aluminum...!? Is it safe to use aluminum foil for stirring liquids (such as tea)?
aluminum!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!? im doing a project on aluminum and I need to no all the elements that aluminum bonds with....when u give me the answer show me the site u got it from! thanks soo much!
How to clean high polished aluminum wheels? I have high polished aluminum wheels that are in bad shape,may have been damaged by acid from wheel cleaners.Does anyone have any experience with cleaning them?If so what products do you recomend?Have you seen the aluminum deoxidizer from California Custom Products that uses acid to clean aluminum wheels?These are not factory clear coated wheels.
What happens when you use a aluminum pot with Rit color remover? The box of color remover says to use a porcelain or stainless steel pot, but not aluminum or non-stick. What will happen if I use an aluminum pot? The chemicals seem to be pretty strong, so I'm afraid it will react with the aluminum or something. Is it safe?
How dangerous is burnt aluminum foil? I recently burned aluminum foil with some cheese (while making a stromboli). Now, when I opened the oven, smoke poured out - due in part to the cheese, no doubt. I was wondering if there is any danger to temporary exposure to this smoke (specifically, the danger of any aluminum compounds in the smoke). Thanks!
How much does the aluminum in a coke can weight? I'm doing a case study on Coke and the aluminum that it uses for its cans. The problem is, I can't find how much aluminum Coke uses annually nor how much a can weights. If someone knows exactly what these answers are, it would be a huge help! Or if you know where I can find these answers, that would help as well. I looked on Coke's website and it didn't have any answers. Thanks!
What is the concentration of Aluminum in the Universe? I am writing a science-fiction story, and I am planning on making Aluminum this ultra-valuable element (Which adds irony - Aluminum is the third most abundant element on Earth!) Even if ol' atomic no. 13 is as common throughout the universe as it is on Earth, I can bring up 'multiverse' to get away with it. I think it'd still be nice to know.
How do I paint the aluminum on the side railings of a pontoon boat? I have a 24 foot pontoon boat. It is a 1988 Weere's brand.The aluminum on the railings are already painted a light tan and brown, and I would like to update the color some. The aluminum has a pitted look, not smooth to the touch, so I don't know about the sanding part. Any info would be great. Where do I start? Thanks.
What does it cost to replace aluminum new construction windows with vinyl windows? How much "extra" should it cost to remove an aluminum new construction window vs. a wood window? The current aluminum window has nailing fins on it which I assume need cut off. MJ, the current aluminum windows are very poor quality. I contracted Home Depot and agreed on a price but they came back 3 weeks later wanting more money to remove the aluminum windows since they had nailing fins on them. Any idea on if this sounds right? Seems suspicious to me.
How do I remove fiberglass from Aluminum boat? Bought a Aluminum Jon boat which someone applied fiberglass to just the lower portion. Some of it peeled off easy, but the rest is really attached to the aluminum. I tried using a wirebrush on a drill, but this is taken forever. Any ideas how to easily remove it?
How to paint an aluminum travel trailer? I've bought a 1988 Sunline Travel Trailer that I want to paint. Its aluminum and just looking for suggestions. I really don't have the money to have it painted professionally but I would like a professional look.
How do I restore aluminum bench trim for my 63 impala? I just bought some aluminum pieces for my car and they have some scratches, dings, etc. How can I restore these pieces? Is there a way to get rid of the scratches? Also what is the best way to polish them up? Thanks What kind of rubbing compound? How does itr remove scratchs?
How do I keep aluminum window frames from sweating making my rooms cold? I live in an old apartment. The windows were just replaced with airtight vinyl sliders, but the old frames are aluminium and when the weather's cold they sweat and get mouldy and it is freezing to even get near them. There is no air leaking around the windows; it's just the aluminum conducting the cold right into the room. Any inexpensive ideas of how to fix this and lower energy costs?
How can I shave or plane an aluminum door? I'm remodeling an office for my gf's dad. The carpet guys just came and put down carpet with padding, not sure why since offices generaly do not have padding but now two doors won't open very well. One a black aluminum double doorway and the other is a wooden door. How do I shave or plane an aluminum door so it will open and close properly? I'm in Aurora, IL, where could I get this done, if you knwo of a specific business great but if u don't know the area what type of business could do this for me?
What is the maximum mass of aluminum chloride that can be formed? Aluminum reacts with chlorine gas to form aluminum chloride via the following reaction: 2Al(s) + 3Cl_2(g) -----> 2AlCl_3(s) What is the maximum mass of aluminum chloride that can be formed when reacting 34.0 g of aluminum with 39.0 g of chlorine? Express your answer numerically in grams. Someone please explain and help thank you! What does n = m/M mean?
Whats the difference between chromed steel and chromed aluminum? Im looking to replace the stock steering wheel in my Freightliner Commercial tractor truck to a wood and chrome very beautyfull aftermarket steering wheel. I found 2 identical, made by the same manufacturer, but one has chrome steel and the other(more expensive deluxe model) has chrome aluminum. What would be the benefit of buying the more expensive aluminum over the steel? It is a wooden steering wheel with chrome spoked center and horn button. Would a $50 difference be worth it when both steering wheels are identical looking?
How can I clean the aluminum siding on my camper? I have an older camping trailer that is stained and has years of built up dirt, grease and grime. I 've tried to use household cleaning products to no avail. How can I clean it without ruining the factory finish of the aluminum?
What alternatives are there to aluminum foil? We haven't used aluminum cookware for years. I have now thrown away all anti-perspirants, too. Aluminum is implicated as a cause of many diseases, including dementia. But why is aluminum foil still in use, even on the barbeque grill??? Is there an alternative?
What is the best method to bond together aluminum? I'm working on this project and I have to glue together a 4mm thick aluminum and a 5mm aluminum. It's a 17mm wide hexagon. Something that is easy to do. Such as super glue. Or give me some names of good super glue brands. Thanks!
How do I clean old aluminum Christmas tree? I am wanting to use my aluminum tree this year(bought in 1965) but it is dingy looking. I know I can't make it look new but want to perk it up a bit. Any suggestions? I am going to put costume jewelry on it for all the grands to pick what they want. Any cleaning tips will be so much appreciated.
How do you hang a wreath on an aluminum front door? We have a new constuction home and the front door is aluminum (nonferrous) with insulating filler. The magnetic hooks dont attract to aluminum. Also, the peel and stick hooks from 3M dont stay on because we live in Northern Ohio and its way cold. They fall off after a couple days of cold/snow. Is it ill-advised to be drilling into the door to screw on a hook? I had heard that having the overthedoor type hangers ruin your seal around the door, is this peoples experience?
What is the reaction of aluminum and sodium hydroxide? I need to know the reaction of aluminum and sodium hydroxide in the form of a formula? I've been researching this and apparently all the ones I've found are wrong :( so for all of you who can actually figure this out, thanks so much!
What is the best way to clean an aluminum horse trailer? I just bought a '93 sooner 6 horse aluminum horse trailer and need to restore the luster it once had. I tried washing it with Zep-A-Lume acid wash, but it left a whitish residue behind. I then tried an aluminum polish (on the back doors only), which made it shiny, but it didn't turn out even. Now it just looks grungy. Any advice?
How to clean paint runoff from aluminum windows onto brick? I have white runoff from my aluminum faced windows in my brick house. It's like a powder coating that sometimes rubs off on your fingers if you wipe at it. I've tried cleaning it with soap and water and some kind of brick cleaner I got from Home Depot. Nothing works. And advice is greatly appreciated!
What deodorants are aluminum free and work? I have very sensitive underarms and most deodorants don't work on me because my skin reacts to aluminum. The natural deos I've tried don't work and I have BO after 4 hours even after applying the deo. What brand offers a good deo without the aluminum?
What are some aluminum compounds that are yellow in color? My science fair experiment involved non-ferrous (not containing iron) metals and their reactions with concrete. The aluminum created a yellow gunky substance. Does anybody know what this is? Even if you aren't sure, could you just give me a list of aluminum compounds? I could figure out the answer from there.
How can I restore/clean the aluminum/chrome of the frame of a shower stall? I do not know whether the frame is made of aluminum or chrome; however, I have a feeling it's chrome. It has a matte finish and the shower doors are sliding doors. On the bottom of the frame, it looks like the metal has been corroded or rusted.. I tried scrubbing it off and using different cleaners; however, I was not successful. I am not sure if it is just limescale or if it is corrosion. Does anyone have a solution to this without having to get a new frame? Thanks!
Is it really unhealthy to use aluminum cookware? What should you use instead - cast iron? Someone told me that aluminum cookware can ultimately contribute to dementia. That sounds a little extreme and I don't know if it's true (hopefully not because I've been using that kind of cookware since 1990...) But if you go with an alternative, should it be teflon coated? Old fashioned cast iron cookware? What (if anything) would be a healthier option?
How much money do you make for recycling aluminum cans in Alaska? A few friends of mine were considering recycling cans to make a few extra bucks (we're going to regardless) and we wondered how much is paid out for aluminum in the the Anchorage, AK area. We searched the web for a while and couldn't get any answers. Any help wold be greatly appreciated!
What is a good alternative for aluminum foil in a toaster oven? I keep reading about the dangers of using aluminum but I love using my toaster oven to re-heat very cheesy pizza and I can't think of anything else to use under it except foil. Anyone have an answer other than having to totally scrub out the whole thing after every use? I've never heard of Silpat but it sounds wonderful. Where do you buy it?
How to grease an aluminum foil baking pan to bake a cake? Is is necessary to grease an aluminum baking pan that's disposable? We don't have non-sticking spray in the house at the moment but, we have oil and flour will that be ok to grease the pan with? I heard butter was a bad idea, so I'm not going to use that.
Are aluminum railings really maintence free over the long term? I need to replace my wrought iron railing that is rusting and seeking a maintence free railing. I am considering Superior Aluminum Railing and Durarail. How good are these manufacturers? How much should it cost to buy and have a contractor install a railing for 3 steps for a landing?
How much should it cost to have aluminum siding installed? I'm a masochist, I mean rehabber, who's interested in getting a house to rent out and make some money. In running the numbers, I've come across something in which I have no experience: installing aluminum siding. I want to know how much it should cost per square foot of the house, and/or how much it should cost for a wall of an example size. I need to have a mathematical basis for running the numbers before I jump into a project that could either bankrupt me or require a year of slow saving and work in order to complete. There's no such thing as a dumb answer... although plenty of people give it the ol' special ed try. Please explain how you get to your answer, because that's what most important. Thanks in advance.
How to make aluminum with aluminum oxide? I have heard that hydrogen can be passed through aluminum oxide and ignited forming water and pure aluminum. Is this true? If so, are there any easy ways to do this? Are there any other uses for aluminum oxide?
How can I tell if my metal strainer is stainless steel, aluminum or another metal? I need to know since if it is not stainless steel, it may react with certain food ingredients in an undesirable way. How can I tell if this strainer is stainless steel? I wish I could try to make a dent in it with a key or needle, but the wire the strainer is made from is so fine that this is very difficult to do. I've read that aluminum tends to dull after washing, while stainless steel does not. My strainer did not become duller but shined more brilliantly after a good wash. Thanks for any help.
What are the affects of burning aluminum on the brain? I know that burning certain metals can be bad because of the oxidation of it and the chemicals that are release, but is burning/melting aluminum and is breathing/being around the smoke bad? If so, why, what and how does it affect your brain?
How do i paint an aluminum boat? I just received a fishing boat that is aluminum. The person before me painted it brown but it is starting to come off and i want to make it look new again. How do i take the paint off with out recking the aluminum? What kind of paint do i need? Any finishes that i may need? What kind of price am i looking at to do all of this?
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