fire7812
Keene, Tx
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I have done a search for how to clean the inside of the canvas on our 93 Jayco 1406 but there are so many suggestions on what to use. I am still not sure what to do.
I am afraid to use bleach because of leaving spots if coverage is not even, and if I did use it how do I rinse it off? Most of the stains are on the ceiling of the beds but there is some on the sides.
If I use a soap solution, how do I rinse it off? Wish it could be rinsed with a hose but I know that is not possible or a good idea.
We are using the camper this next week but when we get it home I want to work on getting it cleaned up.
Any suggestions will be greatly apreciated.
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trop-a-cal
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Get a wet vacume, most shop vac's are wet and dry, and cost about $39.95 for one that will do it. Or use a Little Green machine that will allow you to apply the mixture and vac it off just like doing a carpet. I like to use Clorox and Blue Coral wash and wax, in equal ammounts with water added 2 to one water to combo. The Blue coral has bee's wax in it and leaves the canvas water proof after it is cleaned. It also creates a barrier to mold, as mold lives in wet places, and wax will keep canvas dry and bead only on the surface, which will drip off or wipe off. The blue coral turns white when Clorox is added and the wax makes it thicken a bit. Always wear whites when using Clorox and safety classes so it won't get in your eyes. rince the ground around area that Clorox gets on as it turns to salt and kills vegetation when added to water and evaportated.
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ScottG
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I once used Sudsy Amonia to clean mildew from the inside of a pickup. Worked pretty good and no harm to the materials.
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lfloom
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a good stiff brush might help get a good amount of it off, and then maybe just a damp cloth to finish off the job.
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Retired Wileys
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I just read on-line to use the bathroom spray on mold and mildew cleaner and wipe down with a wet cloth. It did warn to cover things around the mildew to keep from bleaching them.
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NHIrish
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White vinegar.....
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bondebond
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The white vinegar is a good suggestion. Start by trying to brush/clean off as much as possible. Simply wiping it down so you can't see it anymore is not sufficient to prevent it from easily returning. Soak with white vinegar. After 15-20 minutes, wipe clean with water and then dry with a towel. Allow it to air out for a day or so, especially if it is near a seam area, as this tends to hold moisture longer.
I had a spot in a corner seam in my Jayco that this did the trick on and did not discolor anything around it. After wiping off the vinegar and a day of airing out, no more mildew. That was two years ago, with many times of getting wet since. Nothing has returned. Of course, I work to ensure the tenting gets aired out after a rain.
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109rfan
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Boaters use Tylex on vinyl works well
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WHTSOX05
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Hello,There is a product i use called Iosso,you can buy it on-line or at boat and some rv dealers-It works very well but is a bit expensive however a little goes a long way.
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