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haste_maker
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Mar 22, 2015

Mildew on Awing

What is the best product to remove mildew from a awing ?

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  • DutchmenSport wrote:
    I have found the best that works for me is Mr. Clean Magic Eraser. Make it good and wet, simply wipe. Follow with a dry towel. Black melts off and the Eraser leaves a chemical that retards any new growth of mold. In the past, I've done my awning twice a year. At the beginning of the camping season and at the end of the camping season with touch ups inbetween.

    However, my new Outback, I used Mr. Clean immediately when I bought it. It made it through the first winter with no black. Now, second winter with no black. It's still white and clean.

    It takes a little effort to use it, you may need a step ladder to reach the under side of your awning. But for long term, it's great!

    x2 on the Magic Eraser. Just use VERY lightly as Magic Eraser can be abrasive. Using the eraser is way less sloppy than trying to use a bleach solution or spraying with a bottle of Tilex bathroom cleaner. I have stuff dripping onto my head and bleaching my T-Shirts when I try to clean that way.
  • I have found the best that works for me is Mr. Clean Magic Eraser. Make it good and wet, simply wipe. Follow with a dry towel. Black melts off and the Eraser leaves a chemical that retards any new growth of mold. In the past, I've done my awning twice a year. At the beginning of the camping season and at the end of the camping season with touch ups inbetween.

    However, my new Outback, I used Mr. Clean immediately when I bought it. It made it through the first winter with no black. Now, second winter with no black. It's still white and clean.

    It takes a little effort to use it, you may need a step ladder to reach the under side of your awning. But for long term, it's great!
  • Once you have it clean use Wet & Forget on the awning. I have used it for 3 seasons and have not had any mold or mildew. Follow the instructions and you will be very pleased.