Humidity is the biggest year-round challenge for anything with a closed interior in South Florida. This guide explains why mildew happens and how to keep it away from your boat, RV or aircraft.
Warm, moist air gets into closed cabins and settles on soft surfaces like cushions, carpet and canvas. Without airflow it stays there, and mildew follows.
Check behind cushions, in lockers and along window tracks. Ventilate when it is safe, use moisture absorbers and wipe up condensation.
Run the air conditioning, open vents when you can and keep bathrooms and kitchens dry. Use moisture absorbers in cabinets and storage areas.
Air out the cabin when possible, wipe up moisture and keep the interior clean. Follow your manufacturer’s guidance for any moisture products.
Clean light mildew early with a product suited to the surface, and let the area dry completely. Test first and follow the label. Never mix cleaning chemicals.
If mildew keeps returning, a leak or ventilation problem may be the cause. Cleaning removes the symptom, so have the source checked by a marine, RV or aircraft professional.
Moisture and little airflow let mildew grow on soft surfaces. Ventilate, dry and clean the area.
Cleaning removes surface mildew. If it returns, look for the moisture source.
We clean surfaces affected by mildew. We do not do repairs, so persistent leaks need a specialist.