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Mildew on garden cushions.

7 replies

SpongeBobJudgeyPants · 24/05/2018 15:01

Have tried scrubbing. Made some, but not much difference. Or, are they beyond hope (as I suspect) ? TIA.

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SpongeBobJudgeyPants · 24/05/2018 20:23

They are beyond hope aren't they? Sad Was hoping for someone to suggest a miracle cure!

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humphreysabout · 27/05/2018 08:52

I've had good results from leaving fabric with mildew in the sun. Worth a try. I've also used mould and mildew remover but very diluted. You do risk bleaching the fabric if you don't dilute it enough.

TheEmmaDilemma · 27/05/2018 08:56

Are the covers removable?

gingergiraffe · 30/05/2018 23:08

Try spraying with white vinegar. Wilco sells it in spray form. Yes, leaving fabric in the sun will help. Maybe Vanish, spray, soak, wash at as high a temperature as fabric will stand and dry in sunlight.

SpongeBobJudgeyPants · 31/05/2018 16:29

I have left them out in the sun, and it turns out I can take the covers off! Will give them a spray and a hot wash. Thanks everyone!

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Trumpton · 02/06/2018 21:15

HG Mould remover is amazing . Test it first as it can bleach some fabrics . I have just used it on our bouncy castle as it must have been put away damp last summer ...ewww !

SpongeBobJudgeyPants · 03/06/2018 15:11

Good idea Trumpton, thanks.

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