Examine the exterior of your rv for any mold mildew or other harsh marks or staining especially in areas where the vinyl trim meets with the roofline.
Remove mold from rubber trim.
According to servicemaster restoration and cleaning the mild acid in vinegar kills about 82 of known molds and can help prevent future outbreaks.
Steps to remove the mold.
Testing for toxic mold.
Follow up the mold mildew removal by washing the area you ve cleaned with a good automotive cleaning agent and water.
Eventually this can cause the rubber to fall apart.
After scrubbing the surfaces allow the bleach solution to continue to penetrate the surfaces and dry.
You can clean small amounts of mold with vinegar yourself but know when to call professionals.
Both vinegar and bleach are effective at killing mold.
Vinegar is a bold mold killer.
When mold forms on rubber it s important to kill and remove it quickly to prevent long term damage.
Then put on a fresh coat of wax.
The mold releases tiny reproductive bodies called spores into the air that can grow into mildew when the right conditions exist.
You can easily inhale these spores through the lungs which can cause respiratory problems and other illnesses.
The amount of bleach will depend on the size of the washer.
Use a soft brush and work until signs of the mold disappear.
Start by running a normal wash cycle with hot water and bleach.
Use an appropriate amount for one load of laundry.
Use one cup of vinegar for a large load size.
If you are unable to use bleach vinegar can be used in its place.
Scrub the surface mold stains from walls and wood trim with a mixture of one quart water and 1 2 cup bleach mold cleaner to kill the mold.
Step 3 before removing any black mold gear up.
Don disposable coveralls rubber gloves airtight safety goggles and a face mask respirator.
Because rubber is porous the mold may penetrate the surface of the rubber.
This protective gear will reduce the risk of health.
Find out with a toxic mold test kit about 10 plus a lab analysis fee.
Step 2 combine a solution in equal parts of liquid bleach dishwashing detergent and water in a spray bottle and spritz over areas of extreme soiling on your vinyl trim.
Rinse thoroughly and let it dry.