We had an RV repair guy tell us about making a cleaning solution to spray on our cloth ceiling to remove the leak stains. We made up the solution, used it, and it worked. Unfortunately, we have more stains and can't find the "recipe" for the cleaner. It's part bleach, baking soda, and water, I think. We can't remember if that was all that was in it and can't remember the portions. Just wondering if anyone has heard of this?
Thanks for any help you might give us.
The Crumps said
09:36 AM Nov 12, 2014
Well, I feel silly! I found the recipe for this cleaner on my PC. It's 1 part bleach, 1 part vinegar, 1 part club soda, and 2 parts water. Put it in a spray bottle and spray on the ceiling. It works really well but you need to cover everything with plastic to keep from bleaching out the furniture and rug.
Jack Mayer said
09:43 AM Nov 12, 2014
For stubborn stains the best method we have found is to use a "Little Green Machine" with its mixture and really HOT water. We boil the water then add it to the tank.
This removes stains that cannot be removed any other way. And does so easily, in our experience.
SnowGypsy said
09:55 AM Nov 12, 2014
My only thought is that I wonder if this would make water leaks from the roof disappear so that a potential buyer would not know the ceiling leaked. I know usually, a water stain is nearly impossible to get rid of or cover and even if you do, in a certain light or in the shadows, it still tends to peek out. Maybe I don't understand what is trying to be accomplished but I know that bleach can "eat" fabric too. Not a fan of bleach.
Lucky Mike said
10:54 AM Nov 12, 2014
like the little green machine method it works well !!!!!
TRAILERKING said
11:19 AM Nov 12, 2014
Jack Mayer wrote:
For stubborn stains the best method we have found is to use a "Little Green Machine" with its mixture and really HOT water. We boil the water then add it to the tank.
This removes stains that cannot be removed any other way. And does so easily, in our experience.
Yes that's exactly what I used and works great. The good thing with the Little Green Machine is it draws the liquid solution completely out of the fabric. Just don't soak it too much as there is a chance of the fabric separating from the board. Also depending on your fabric texture, be careful if you intend to use the little rotary brush. It can end up breaking up the pile and make it 'Fuzzy". I tried it on a small area and did not use it because it was doing just that. I would use it with the plain nozzle.................It works great.
-- Edited by TRAILERKING on Wednesday 12th of November 2014 11:21:23 AM
Jack Mayer said
02:21 PM Nov 12, 2014
I agree with your hints for the Little Green Machine. I used the straight nozzle and only put down enough liquid to do the job.....but it took out stains that resisted any other method. And did it easily.
Terry and Jo said
09:38 AM Nov 13, 2014
Well, I'm still learning. I'd never heard of Bissell's "Little Green Machine." Which of the two below are each of you using?
I noticed that the first one has a crevice tool. Is that of any real benefit?
Terry
Jack Mayer said
09:51 AM Nov 13, 2014
I have the first one, Terry. It is relatively small so great for an RV. We don't need it often - less now that we have virtually no carpet. But when you need it you need it!!
TRAILERKING said
10:46 AM Nov 13, 2014
I have this one because the Heated one wasn't available at the store when I wanted one so I bought what I could get.
It works good too. I just add HOT water in the tank with the solution. The heated one would be handier and likely better as it would maintain temp.
The Crumps said
11:20 AM Nov 13, 2014
We're not trying to conceal the stain other than for appearance sake. We have no plans to sell the RV. Just don't like how it looks on the ceiling. We often have company and like to have our rig looking as nice as possible. Had the roof repaired and no more leaks but a couple have come back, which isn't surprising.
Thanks for the info about the little green machine. However, I can't imagine holding it over my head for a time trying to clean the ceiling.
heyjohnm said
11:35 AM Nov 13, 2014
We have used Oxyclean mixed with very hot water and applied with a spray bottle. Work into the fabric with your fingertips and after a couple of minutes blot with a microfiber towel. We decided to try this instead of the bleach formula and it works exceptionally well. If the stain were real dark or persistent we thought we could always go to the bleach formula but we never had the need to try anything more aggressive.
SnowGypsy said
11:41 AM Nov 13, 2014
Not implying anyone is trying to hide a stain on the ceiling but just that it looks like it could be done. In the 8 RVs we had, never had the roof leak so am not familiar with the ins and outs of such. I knew a couple of people very happy with The Little Green Machine. We try very hard not to use "wet" anything. Always used the Capture on our carpeting and kept fresh with baking soda.
TRAILERKING said
01:16 PM Nov 13, 2014
The Crumps wrote:
Thanks for the info about the little green machine. However, I can't imagine holding it over my head for a time trying to clean the ceiling.
Not sure what you mean by "I can't imagine holding it over my head". All you are holding over your head is the hose/attachment. The only thing is I wish it had a bit longer hose.
-- Edited by TRAILERKING on Thursday 13th of November 2014 01:17:06 PM
The Crumps said
04:11 PM Nov 13, 2014
The little green machines I've seen had very short hoses so you would have to hold it if trying to clean the ceiling. That would get very tiresome for us older folks.
Jack Mayer said
11:08 AM Nov 14, 2014
Put the LGM on a ladder near the stain. You want to be on the ladder anyway, right? Really, it is not an issue.
I have the unheated model. I just boil water on the stove and add it....it cools pretty fast, but stays plenty hot enough for a stain or two.....Really, hot tap water should work.
PatStab said
02:17 AM Dec 17, 2014
Put a sprayer in a hydrogen peroxide bottle. Spray it on the spots and rub with a cloth, or spray and let set overnight
most stains just disappear. Someone told me about it, don't remember who or where but it works really well.
gypsymaus said
08:34 PM Dec 18, 2014
We used a hand-held steamer and it worked nicely. We have one small enough to carry with us. It has a lot of different spray attachments for small places.
TRAILERKING said
09:08 PM Dec 18, 2014
gypsymaus wrote:
We used a hand-held steamer and it worked nicely. We have one small enough to carry with us. It has a lot of different spray attachments for small places.
It actually helps people if you could post a link and/or Model of unit you're talking about.
We had an RV repair guy tell us about making a cleaning solution to spray on our cloth ceiling to remove the leak stains. We made up the solution, used it, and it worked. Unfortunately, we have more stains and can't find the "recipe" for the cleaner. It's part bleach, baking soda, and water, I think. We can't remember if that was all that was in it and can't remember the portions. Just wondering if anyone has heard of this?
Thanks for any help you might give us.
This removes stains that cannot be removed any other way. And does so easily, in our experience.
Yes that's exactly what I used and works great. The good thing with the Little Green Machine is it draws the liquid solution completely out of the fabric. Just don't soak it too much as there is a chance of the fabric separating from the board. Also depending on your fabric texture, be careful if you intend to use the little rotary brush. It can end up breaking up the pile and make it 'Fuzzy". I tried it on a small area and did not use it because it was doing just that. I would use it with the plain nozzle.................It works great.
-- Edited by TRAILERKING on Wednesday 12th of November 2014 11:21:23 AM
Well, I'm still learning. I'd never heard of Bissell's "Little Green Machine." Which of the two below are each of you using?
Bissell Little Green Proheat Deep Cleaner
Bissell Little Green Proheat Deep Reach Cleaner
I noticed that the first one has a crevice tool. Is that of any real benefit?
Terry
I have this one because the Heated one wasn't available at the store when I wanted one so I bought what I could get.
http://canada.bissell.com/little-green-1400j
It works good too. I just add HOT water in the tank with the solution. The heated one would be handier and likely better as it would maintain temp.
We're not trying to conceal the stain other than for appearance sake. We have no plans to sell the RV. Just don't like how it looks on the ceiling. We often have company and like to have our rig looking as nice as possible. Had the roof repaired and no more leaks but a couple have come back, which isn't surprising.
Thanks for the info about the little green machine. However, I can't imagine holding it over my head for a time trying to clean the ceiling.
We have used Oxyclean mixed with very hot water and applied with a spray bottle. Work into the fabric with your fingertips and after a couple of minutes blot with a microfiber towel. We decided to try this instead of the bleach formula and it works exceptionally well. If the stain were real dark or persistent we thought we could always go to the bleach formula but we never had the need to try anything more aggressive.
Not sure what you mean by "I can't imagine holding it over my head". All you are holding over your head is the hose/attachment. The only thing is I wish it had a bit longer hose.
-- Edited by TRAILERKING on Thursday 13th of November 2014 01:17:06 PM
The little green machines I've seen had very short hoses so you would have to hold it if trying to clean the ceiling. That would get very tiresome for us older folks.
I have the unheated model. I just boil water on the stove and add it....it cools pretty fast, but stays plenty hot enough for a stain or two.....Really, hot tap water should work.
most stains just disappear. Someone told me about it, don't remember who or where but it works really well.
We used a hand-held steamer and it worked nicely. We have one small enough to carry with us. It has a lot of different spray attachments for small places.
It actually helps people if you could post a link and/or Model of unit you're talking about.