Mildew - Help?

Will75 · 19 January 2012, 21:05

Just taken my Bombard Aerotec 380 out of storage after three years and have discovered that the white rubbing strake is now almost black with mildew stains. The rest of the boat is in almost perfect condition.

I have tried bleach, petrol and thinners combined with pressure washing and scrubbing but it's still being pretty stubborn - any ideas please?

Thanks in advance.

Will

Boats&Outboards · 19 January 2012, 21:09

Rib revive - Muck off marine - TFR

Will75 · 20 January 2012, 08:21

Thanks for that, which is best do you think? The stains are pretty tough!

PeterM · 20 January 2012, 09:01

Got a few of these on mine ...bad news is nothing I have tried ( including the above ) has shifted them.

thomas · 20 January 2012, 09:31

Acetone but use sparingly

TorquayBoy · 20 January 2012, 11:48

I have exactly the same problem with a Cobra that I have recently brought. I am going to do some cleaning tomorrow so will let you know how I get on!

moonshadow · 20 January 2012, 12:11

I have used a product called HG mould and mildew remover purchased it in homebase,way way better than any other product with similar claims.

TorquayBoy · 20 January 2012, 15:08

Thank you, have you actually used it on a mouldy rubbing Strip?

Boats&Outboards · 20 January 2012, 15:15

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Originally Posted by PeterM

Got a few of these on mine ...bad news is nothing I have tried ( including the above ) has shifted them.

Your not using my secret weapon that's why! I'm yet to find a stain it won't remove, including browning on th hull!

PeterM · 20 January 2012, 15:47

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Originally Posted by Boats&Outboards

Your not using my secret weapon that's why! I'm yet to find a stain it won't remove, including browning on th hull!

You mean the white spongy stuff ?

TorquayBoy · 20 January 2012, 15:54

Magic Sponge is amazing!

Boats&Outboards · 20 January 2012, 16:05

That's one good item. Cannot tell you the other :wink:

mister p · 20 January 2012, 16:29

Foaming Mr Muscle oven cleaner is seriously good at removing unwanted stains.
The thing is that it is seriously strong and so removes wanted stuff if left on too long. As long as you take care you should be fine........and test first!

moonshadow · 20 January 2012, 16:59

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Originally Posted by Boats&Outboards

Your not using my secret weapon that's why! I'm yet to find a stain it won't remove, including browning on th hull!

No i think he means oxalic acid mix

just guessing mind

Maximus · 20 January 2012, 20:30

If it is on the Rubbing Straik and all else fails... (Which is likely if its White!) Give it a light going over with 600 wet and dry...With a little water and Washing up liquid.

Peter_C · 20 January 2012, 20:39

In the past to clean my boat interior I used a softish horse face brush, and Softscrub. With a little elbow grease the mold stains always came off.

wet-foot · 21 January 2012, 02:09

I use MEK and scrub with a green scouring pad. Wash down with dish soap after.

Chris · 21 January 2012, 18:27

Acetone is great stuff. However if like me you don't wear gloves then it doesn't do your hands much good as it takes all the oil out of your skin.

Peter_C · 22 January 2012, 07:25

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Originally Posted by Chris

Acetone is great stuff. However if like me you don't wear gloves then it doesn't do your hands much good as it takes all the oil out of your skin.

Acetone is a carcinogen. Very bad to let it contact skin in any way, as your body will soak it up. Breathing it is a very fast way to get it into your blood stream also. Nasty stuff, which is why it works so well. Just make sure to use proper protection as short term you may not notice health issues, but over time all the chemicals we work with can cause major health issues.

mick · 22 January 2012, 08:16

Have a look here it's not boat specific but it's good stuff
http://www.fenwicks.info/caravan_cleaner.htm