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Marine Vinyl Cleaner

#1 Post by ezrollin » Fri Dec 27, 2013 6:23 pm

Anyone know of a good marine vinyl cleaner ? I have some dark mildew or fungus stains that need more than just soap and water,need something that won't harm the vinyl.
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Re: Marine Vinyl Cleaner

#2 Post by Bamaman » Fri Dec 27, 2013 6:45 pm

I'll often start with just soap, a sponge and some elbow grease. My dealer swears by Mean Green on seating.

I've also been know to use a weak bleach/water solution. Let sit and hose off with plenty of water. May need a second application.

My favorite detergent type sprays are Awesome (yellow) @ Dollar General @ $1 per spray bottle. I like Zep Orange Degreaser even better, as it even cleans paint off hands. I also like the Mr. Clean Magic Sponges to get the most stubborn stains off anything.
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Re: Marine Vinyl Cleaner

#3 Post by The_Hellbilly » Sat Dec 28, 2013 6:35 pm

I use magic erasers and treat the vinyl after to prevent drying out/cracking
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Re: Marine Vinyl Cleaner

#4 Post by Rascal » Sat Dec 28, 2013 9:04 pm

Roll Off.... is amazing chit. It'll clean the spots off a Zebra!

http://www.amazon.com/Amazing-Roll-Off- ... B000FSDZTU

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Re: Marine Vinyl Cleaner

#5 Post by Mrtoler » Sat Dec 28, 2013 11:23 pm

X2 on the magic erasers, they are the best in my opinion..... 303 afterwards to protect them!
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#6 Post by fredeboy » Sun Dec 29, 2013 6:54 am

:alright +3 on Magic Eraser!
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#7 Post by curtiscapk » Sun Dec 29, 2013 11:30 am

+4 magic erasers
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Re: Marine Vinyl Cleaner

#8 Post by ezrollin » Tue Dec 31, 2013 5:44 pm

Thanks Guys, I'll try the magic erasers first since it got so many thumbs up !
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Re: Marine Vinyl Cleaner

#9 Post by Ron Burgundy » Tue Dec 31, 2013 7:17 pm

Careful with the magic eraser on the threads.

If it is actually mildew stains you will probably need a small diluted amount of bleach.
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Re: Marine Vinyl Cleaner

#10 Post by ezrollin » Wed Jan 01, 2014 11:55 am

Yes,I had thought of diluted bleach solution with good ole liquid soap and warm water but didn't know if it would have a detrimental affect on the vinyl. It is a large area,front and rear deck and will require more than just a spray bottle.I don't think a really mild spplication followed by good rinsing would hurt ?
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Re: Marine Vinyl Cleaner

#11 Post by Rascal » Wed Jan 01, 2014 1:37 pm

I repeat.... Roll off!

Much better than magic eraser or bleach & water. I've tried them all... After you've tried them and they don't work .... Try Roll Off . If that don't work.... Forgetaboutit. :donno

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Re: Marine Vinyl Cleaner

#12 Post by ezrollin » Wed Jan 01, 2014 7:30 pm

Rascal wrote:I repeat.... Roll off!

Much better than magic eraser or bleach & water. I've tried them all... After you've tried them and they don't work .... Try Roll Off . If that don't work.... Forgetaboutit. :donno

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So do I need a quart,a gallon to do my 8x25' deck ?
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Re: Marine Vinyl Cleaner

#13 Post by Rascal » Wed Jan 01, 2014 7:45 pm

ezrollin wrote:
Rascal wrote:I repeat.... Roll off!

Much better than magic eraser or bleach & water. I've tried them all... After you've tried them and they don't work .... Try Roll Off . If that don't work.... Forgetaboutit. :donno

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So do I need a quart,a gallon to do my 8x25' deck ?
It says on the container that you can dilute it. I think just for general use a quart would do. But, for a whole deck I would get a gallon. http://www.amazon.com/Amazing-Roll-Off- ... B000FSDZTU

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Re: Marine Vinyl Cleaner

#14 Post by twoofakind » Fri Jan 03, 2014 12:27 pm

Orange Magic is a great product
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Re: Marine Vinyl Cleaner

#15 Post by twoofakind » Fri Jan 03, 2014 12:34 pm

Magic earaser is like sandpaper so...unless you wanna ruin its longevity don't use.
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