Best Mildew Cleaner?

[cane.mba]

Ok, let's hear everyone's opinions please. My bimini top is severely nastified after being stored all winter. What product or concoction have you found that works best to get it clean?

 

[Wayloncle]

Following this. Mine was mildewy when I bought it, I've removed it and tried all kinds of stuff but nothing cleaned it completely.

 

[ToddW850]

I've used Starbrite Mildew and Stain Remover on my seats. Stuff works pretty dang good and cleans them right up. Not sure if that stuff is meant to be used on a Bimini though. I will check the bottle.

 

[Murf'n'surf]

For canvas I soak it in a bleach solution until all mold is gone. Fill up a large tote bin with water and add 1/2 gallon of bleach. Put canvas in tub and agitate for a few minutes. Check back in an hour and if nothing cleared up use the other 1/2 gallon of bleach. You could also wet down the Bimini and use Tilex and a medium stiff brush. Rinse extremely well either way you go.

 

[tdonoughue]

I have found that most of the 'cleaners' you buy for mildew/mold are primarily bleach. And bleach is a LOT cheaper. Note that with bleach less is more. 100% bleach does not clean better; it only removes color. 10% bleach solution will do you just fine. Rinse afterward as @Murf'n'surf recommended to avoid ill effects.

 

[ToddW850]

Instructions for Starbrite Mildew Stain Remover. Says Boat Tops and stuff. I don't know. Here is the back label.

 

[cane.mba]

I love the Starbrite Hull Cleaner, and have had great experiences using it. I'll give the Starbright a shot first, if it doesn't work I have a new large Rubbermaid trash can that should be big enough to try the bleach / water soak.


Thanks guys, now if this freaking rain would stop I could clean the bimini!

 

[cbus]

I used Starbrite on my Bimini top and it worked great. Set it out on the lawn, sprayed a square and lightly scrubbed. Came right up!

As said above, Starbrite works well with most mildew cleanup.