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Mildew on a boat trailer makes for an unpleasant smell around the boat and a slick surface if you have to walk on the trailer when launching your boat. Parts of the trailer that touch the boat can also leave mildew stains on the boat's hull. While there are commercial sprays you can use to eradicate mildew, simple white vinegar and a little elbow grease will kill mold without harming the surface of the trailer or your boat.
Boat covers protect your vessel from UV rays, rain, dirt, debris, rodents and moisture buildup. This takes the vulnerability off of your boat and puts it on your canvas cover, which can often result in a soiled or moldy buildup over time. In addition, exposure to salt water leaves a residue behind that allows moisture to be held on the surface of the fabric, often resulting in the formation of problematic mildew. Improve the vitality and longevity of your cover by cleaning it regularly and combating mold before it spreads.
That most boat upholstery takes a beating is a given. Exposed to warmth and moisture, it develops mildew, especially in creases and seams or any other area that does not get much sunlight. The problem with mildew is that it can eventually wear down the upholstery. In addition, if it is not treated and destroyed, mildew will travel to other areas in your boat such as carpeting, damaging fabric fibers.
Boats are naturally exposed to damp conditions. Therefore, it is not unusual for mold and mildew to accumulate on the boat floor, especially in warm climates. Mold and mildew cause an unpleasant odor. The actual surface of the boat floor may be compromised if mold is allowed to grow unchecked.
