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Subject Topic: Mould/Mildew spots on canvas Post Reply Post New Topic
22/4/2011 at 6:23pm
 Location: Northern Ireland
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Have a rash of mould/mildew spots on inside roof canvas on Pullman ...

Have tried some canvas cleaner (Halfords) ... no effect.

Any bright ideas?


22/4/2011 at 6:35pm
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you can use milton to kill the spores but may not remove the spots it did on mine but some have said not.

 



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24/4/2011 at 11:18am
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Hi,

We have a problem with mold too.  We store our camper on our drive, covered with a waterproof cover and every 2 weeks we have to air it as it gets very bad condensation on one corner in the bedroom.  This obiously leads to moldy canvus.  Does anyone know what is casing this condensation or had a similar problem?  It is getting to a point now where the metal poles are rusting and the wood is getting very moldy.

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24/4/2011 at 5:18pm
 Location: cloud cuckoo land
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Put a bowl of salt in the camper. This will attract the moisture. Change it every  month or so


24/4/2011 at 8:02pm
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Hi

Sounds a good idea, will give it a try.  Cant understand where the moisture is coming from though

Thanks

Steph



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24/4/2011 at 10:05pm
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I second the salt, we used rock salt in our caravan a few years back, surprising when you would check it would be replaced with salt crystals, or leave too long and moisture droplets too.   GOODLUCK

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27/4/2011 at 12:26pm
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Quote: Originally posted by steph crescenzi on 24/4/2011

Hi

Sounds a good idea, will give it a try.  Cant understand where the moisture is coming from though

Thanks

Steph



Just a thought but if you leave a non-breathable cover on it in warm weather it will cause condensation inside.


05/8/2012 at 10:37pm
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I know this is an old post but for referance :-

When storing
You need a breathable cover to allow ventilation otherwise you will get condensation.

A good idea i have heard is to put the large type bubble rap on the boards before pulling back the cover to allow ventilation through the gaps of the bubble rap.

Post last edited on 05/08/2012 22:47:31



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