4 Ways to Make Iron Oxide wikiHow
#0183;#32;To make iron oxide, start by getting an iron source with as much exposed surface area as possible, like steel wool. Then, choose an oxidizing agent, such as hydrogen peroxide, bleach, or salt water. Next, submerge the iron source in the oxidizing agent and wait for it to yield rust, which can take anywhere from several hours to a week depending on the strength of your oxidizing agent.