best way to wash inside cushions ???

[wfokas]

any ideas how to wash cushions , little mold on them also, thanx

 

[NOTHING ELSE MATTERS]

Warm water with dish soap and a few drops of chlorine (100:1 ratio).

 

[gw204]

I pulled the covers off of my cushions last year and had them dry cleaned.

 

[NOTHING ELSE MATTERS]

I pulled the covers off of my cushions last year and had them dry cleaned.

You mean the plastic ones ? Can you dry clean that stuff?

 

[seasick]

I ssume you have vinyl cusions. Try 'SoftScrub with Bleach'. Test it in an inconspicuous spot first. Rinse well with a sponge and towel dry completely before storage. If the mildew is extensive, the Clorox mentioned will probably get the mildew but it can be tough on stitching, especially if not completely rinsed out.
Other types of bathroom tile mildew removers will also work but you have to avoid the abrassive ones.

 

[Stonewall]

Use "Spray Nine" You can find it n Marine stores or in Wal-Mart

 

[bc282]

i heard from a boat broker of a boat i was considering that had cracked vinyl bolster pads that certain cleaner chemicals will greatly acclerate its aging and deterioration. The boat was a 2004, but pads looked 10+ years old and it was a northern boat (not S.Florida).

i couldn't remember the chemical(s).

anyone know which ones to stay away from for vinyl? :roll:

 

[catch22]

"best way to wash inside cushions ???"

I think he means the cabin cushions.
Without removing the covers and doing as gw204 suggested, the only thing I can think of is a foaming type of carpet cleaner. Spray it on, scrub, let dry and vacuum off.

 

[seasick]

After I clean the cushions, I apply 303 Aerospace protectorant. This works for vinyl exposed to sunlight as it helps block UV rays. I don't know if it will help inside the cabin. That said, I would expect that any auto vinyl interior type of cream or polish would help prevent premature drying out.