I use a brush and dry cleaning detergent to scrub the top out.
I was up there for several hours scrubbing away. I find that
the canvas is much harder to clean. And I have found no
effective way of doing that. If anyone hasa way, let me know.

Riley Kettner     ICQ#16332048
87 Westy

----- Original Message -----
From: Nicholas Wilson <nwilson@MCN.ORG>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Monday, May 01, 2000 8:11 PM
Subject: Mold stains inside poptop

> Anybody know an effective way to remove heavy mold stains on the flocked
> interior side of the Westy poptop? The mold grew undisturbed for several
> months after the Westy was used for a guest room for a week in December
and
> not properly ventilated. The condensed moisture led to rampant mold
> colonies. There are black, gray and brown splotches all over the ceiling.
> Bleach would probably be effective, but very unpleasant and difficult to
> use without getting it on the canvas, upholstery and carpeting, not to
> mention in the eyes and other body openings. Maybe hydrogen peroxide 3%?
>
> Surely I'm not the first to face this problem.  Any experience-based
advice
> welcome.
>
> Nick
> Mendocino CA