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Simon, try a concetrated spray of good ol Vinegar. If you have a spray bottle use that to cover the foil and then just wait a few minutes and wipe off the excess using a paper towel. I would try it on a scrap peice of foil first to see if it gives you the look you are seeking. Make sure you time the test. Once the vinegar has turned the foil black use a stiff plastic brush (old toothbrush) to remove the oxidation you do not want. once you have the dark color you are looking for us a fine bristle brush and some rust colored paint to finish detailing at the proper locations. With a little practice you will get better at knowing where to put the 'rust'.
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