weeble Posted November 28, 2009 Report Share Posted November 28, 2009 I have a green "woven canvas type" cratch cover, cruiser stern cover and cruiser stern wrap-around skirt which have been fitted for about 2.5 years. The stern cover is removed when the boat is occupied but the "skirt" has remained continuously in place since I fitted it and there is a noticeable 3-4 inches of dark green gungy looking mildew/mould now forming on the bottom edge where it gets the wettest. (Same on cratch cover to a lesser extent). Does anyone have any tips for cleaning. or tried putting this type of material in a washing machine? mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightwatch Posted November 28, 2009 Report Share Posted November 28, 2009 I'd give it ago with simple soapy water with a semi-stiff brush. Martyn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bag 'o' bones Posted November 28, 2009 Report Share Posted November 28, 2009 (edited) Jet washing would probably shift the crud and if the canvas is discoloured you could try this: http://www.frost.co.uk/item_Detail.asp?pro...ductName=Renovo Colour Reviver (1 Litre)&catID=&frostCat=&frostSubCat=&subCatID= Frost are a bit on the expensive side but I imagine there are similar products available from elsewhere. Edited November 28, 2009 by bag 'o' bones Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marge the Barge Posted November 28, 2009 Report Share Posted November 28, 2009 Hello, Get some e-cover multi surface cleaner, put cover on a solid surface apply e-cover (spray or liquid) use a stiff scrubbing brush rinse off simples! It also seems to inhibit regrowth of slime. SWMBO Mrs Baldock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest User Posted November 28, 2009 Report Share Posted November 28, 2009 Woolies Trim (Clicky) do a range of renovation stuff too, but looking at prices I think I'd definitely try Mrs Baldock's idea first ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightwatch Posted November 28, 2009 Report Share Posted November 28, 2009 Sorry to repeat myself, but..... I'd give it ago with simple soapy water with a semi-stiff brush. Why spend money if perhaps you may not need to do? Martyn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
koukouvagia Posted November 28, 2009 Report Share Posted November 28, 2009 Jet washing would probably shift the crud and if the canvas is discoloured you could try this: I'd be wary about using a jet washer - it will quickly eat through any stitching on the canvas. I use a sweeping brush and a bucket of water with detergent in it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Ambrose Posted November 28, 2009 Report Share Posted November 28, 2009 I have a green "woven canvas type" cratch cover, cruiser stern cover and cruiser stern wrap-around skirt which have been fitted for about 2.5 years. The stern cover is removed when the boat is occupied but the "skirt" has remained continuously in place since I fitted it and there is a noticeable 3-4 inches of dark green gungy looking mildew/mould now forming on the bottom edge where it gets the wettest. (Same on cratch cover to a lesser extent). Does anyone have any tips for cleaning. or tried putting this type of material in a washing machine? mike For my sins, a few years ago I valeted floating Gin Palaces for a while and we cleaned canopies (made of similar material to cratch covers) by the following method. Dampen all over with water and using a pump up or hand operated sprayer applied Boat Wash in a Bottle. Leave to soak in for a few mins and then scrub with a stiff brush. Hose off and repeat if needed. It amazes me that more people do not use products designed for marine applications. Special boat scrub brushes have bristles which wear to produce an excellent scrubing surface. We would never use a pressure washer anywhere on a boat other than very lightly on teak decks. Phil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisPy Posted November 29, 2009 Report Share Posted November 29, 2009 Why spend money if perhaps you may not need to do? some people derive more satisfaction that way Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chertsey Posted November 29, 2009 Report Share Posted November 29, 2009 Yes, I would also scrub with detergent, rinse well, and then reproof with Fabsil or similar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazza Posted November 29, 2009 Report Share Posted November 29, 2009 Yes, I would also scrub with detergent, rinse well, and then reproof with Fabsil or similar. as above, muc off or pro clean is superb stuff muc off click or pro clean clicky pro clean is my fave. the crap they shift off of dirt bikes is quite impressive. a solution of daz is a good second to the above cleaners Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightwatch Posted November 29, 2009 Report Share Posted November 29, 2009 Can I hear an echo????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazza Posted November 29, 2009 Report Share Posted November 29, 2009 Can I hear an echo????? nope there are products that are safe to use that remove some - not all of the elbow grease factor. i use pro clean on my hood every year - its 6 years old and looks mint when it gets its yearly clean Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big COL Posted November 29, 2009 Report Share Posted November 29, 2009 Sorry to repeat myself, but..... I'd give it ago with simple soapy water with a semi-stiff brush. Why spend money if perhaps you may not need to do? Martyn Hi Martin The reason being is with any mould you will need to sterilise and remove any mould spores. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightwatch Posted November 29, 2009 Report Share Posted November 29, 2009 (edited) Is your hood red and do you go riding in it?? Only joking really. I'm sure there are lots and lots of additives to water that will breakdown dirt particles therefore allowing for an easier removal of the grime. Martyn (wiv a 'Y') not being pedantic onest guv. Edited November 29, 2009 by Nightwatch1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chertsey Posted November 29, 2009 Report Share Posted November 29, 2009 Can I hear an echo????? I think it's called 'consensus'. Very rare on here so not surprising perhaps if you didn't recognise it immediately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naughty Cal Posted November 30, 2009 Report Share Posted November 30, 2009 Yes, I would also scrub with detergent, rinse well, and then reproof with Fabsil or similar. Agreed Although you do need dry weather to apply the Fabsil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weeble Posted November 30, 2009 Author Report Share Posted November 30, 2009 Thanks everyone for your suggestions. There's one or two products there I hadn't heard of so will take a further look. I must admit I'd not given a thought to re-proofing, but I suppose it's something I'll also have to look at. Just got me wondering now if it's necessary to reproof the cratch cover every couple of years as a matter of course. Does anyone else do this as "preventative maintenance" or wait until things get a bit damp inside? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naughty Cal Posted November 30, 2009 Report Share Posted November 30, 2009 They recommend at least every year. We attempt every 6 months weather dependant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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