As i stated earlier many people have their own remedies for cleaning water stains from rv fabric ceilings and windshield drapes.
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Jun 3 2016 water stains that appear on the ceiling of an rv are cause for concern.
However replacing it would take much more time than we had to complete this motor home remodel renovation so we had to at least try to clean it first.
As far as removing green stains i have never heard of anything to remove those but i was told about and do use mineral spirits to remove black stains different color but still a stain.
If done correctly that area of your ceiling will look brand new.
These products also do an excellent job of killing chalking on gel coats metal painted surfaces and fiberglass.
However some people prefer to use tilex claiming it is stronger and more effective.
The appearance of a water stain is usually the first sign of a roof leak or a faulty seal.
The best way to clean rv water stains.
First mix the chlorox and water in a spray bottle.
Open the windows or doors of the rv to allow air to circulate until the ceiling is dry.
Some people recommend using a solution of warm water and a splash of bleach.
This cleaning solution is safe for rubber roofs but not necessarily for siding or decals.
The process of how these products work isn t too hard to understand.
This is the safest solution as bleach won t hurt your rv roof or siding.
You may have to spray several times or as is necessary to completely remove the stain.
Rinse the sponge frequently in water to avoid transferring the paste back onto the ceiling.
I am sharing my own methods because after 50 years of owning and traveling in motorhomes and campers i know that they work and will not damage your coach.
If you go to another rv related forum and search for dometic air conditioning unit you will see a photo of what i am talking about.
Blot the ceiling with a towel to remove as much of the moisture as possible from the fabric.
Of course this only works it the ceiling material is what.
While the stain does not.
Using a white sponge spray the stain with the solution and keep patting with the white sponge until the stain disappears.
Remove all traces of the paste mixture from the ceiling using a damp sponge.
Here is how i removed some very old water stains in my 1992 bounder rv.
Once the proper repair is made to prevent further water leakage the water stain remains on the interior fabric of the rv ceiling.