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Topic: Dampness : dehumidifier, using cat litter
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05/9/2013 at 5:05pm
Location: Tyne & Wear Outfit: VW Westfalia California
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For some reason there's sign of dampness under the rear seat. the metal looks to be covered in a mould type substance, although it is dry now
A friend suggested I stick in a couple of those wee dehumidifiers, when I put the van away for the winter.
I had trouble previously from mould under the pop top roof, so this may be a good idea.
I was all set to buy two or three, only a few pounds each online, when somebody said 'cat litter' would do the trick.
Considering a big bag, I think 2.5kg is only a couple of quid, maybe this will work.
I was advised to stick some in a tray, under the rear seat and maybe put some in old stockings, and rest this on top of the upstairs bed, ie next to the underside of the roof.
Does cat litter really work as a dehumidifier ?
The local shop has the 'Fullers Earth' litter .. is this OK.
thanks for any advice given
------------- Brian & KK
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05/9/2013 at 7:03pm
Location: Derbyshire Outfit: ElddisAvante462 Honda CRV SE2.2 i-Dtec
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Er, I think you would be better with Cat litter trays filled with ordinary common supermarket salt, one for the front and one for the rear of your caravan, and I suppose an evtra one under any bed box thats giving trouble.
I have used this method to keep my caravans interior fresh and dry over winter for a number of years, and indeed, my new Elddis's handbook recomends this method as well.
Perhaps best to wipe away as much visible mildew and mould as possible using a damp cloth soaked in diluted Milton solution, but dont allow this to come into contact with any carpet, curtains or upholstry as it has the ability to bleach and fade the colours. For soft furnishings either wash in the washing machine for curtains, scatter cushions ect, use a mould inhibiting carpet shampoo for upholstry and carpets, or better still replace carpets with new, which is not that expensive for a good DIY person to do.
Julia
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