Vinyl Seat Cleaning

[tomn3]

So I hired a detailer and he did a relatively good job on the boat with the exception of the seats.
We have some mildew stains that are a light gray color. Not surface stains but appear to be deeply embedded.
Is there anything to get these out? He recommended a product that is actually a fabric "paint". That soaks in I guess.

Any other ideas? tried scrubbing with normal cleaners.

Thanks

 

[lncoop]

Re: Vinyl Seat Cleaning

Try Magic Eraser. I had good results with similar stains.

 

[Hogger]

Re: Vinyl Seat Cleaning

Try Babe's Seat Soap with the Magic Eraser. We used the Quick Eraser from the dollar store with great results. Still got a couple spots to go over one more time, but what a difference.

Before

After

 

[hostage]

Re: Vinyl Seat Cleaning

Hogger nice job cleaning that up!

 

[robert graham]

Re: Vinyl Seat Cleaning

For cleaning small areas I have used Q-Tips dipped in Clorox or Peroxide or various cleaners and bleaches with good success. I know that mildew can really get embedded in the fabric/vinyl! Good Luck!

 

[wbc1957]

Re: Vinyl Seat Cleaning

Try Babe's Seat Soap with the Magic Eraser. We used the Quick Eraser from the dollar store with great results. Still got a couple spots to go over one more time, but what a difference.

Before

After

That stuff you used is so good it made your teak look like new!

 

[infideltarget]

Re: Vinyl Seat Cleaning

Where do you buy that "Babe's"? I am very impressed with the way that combo worked. We were already leaning towards a magic eraser, but were unsure of what cleaner to use. Star*Brite was on the top o' the list, but if this is more readily available/cheaper, then I am sold!

 

[captainzac]

Re: Vinyl Seat Cleaning

I used the magic eraser for bath room tile.
worked great buttttttttttttt

The first time it got dirty again very quick

So I cleaned it again with the Magic eraser and then coated it with 303

Big difference

Harry

 

[Hogger]

Re: Vinyl Seat Cleaning

I got it at one of our local boat shops. I think you can order it right off their web site for about $10. They also have a really good conditioner you can apply after the cleaner.
The Quick Eraser from the dollar store works great, they come in a pack of 2 for $1.

Thanks for the compliments, the elbow grease payed off.