Pollen stain

sunset on the dock · 07-19-2023, 07:05 AM

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Any suggestions on removing these pollen stains from my boat upholstery? I have tried Fantastic and Windex with no improvement.

SAB1 · 07-19-2023, 07:19 AM

Magic eraser.

ishoot308 · 07-19-2023, 07:22 AM

Two things you can try...

#1. Isopropyl / rubbing alcohol full strength

#2. A mixture of 10% bleach and 90% water.

Use a small scrub brush to get into the pours of the vinyl and to help remove.

Try in an inconspicuous area first for colorfastness. When complete be sure to rinse thoroughly and dry completely then treat with 303 or similar product to prevent drying out.

Good Luck!

Dan

WinnisquamZ · 07-19-2023, 08:00 AM

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Originally Posted by SAB1

Magic eraser.

Have the same issue. Have you tried a magic easer. Would be great if they do work on these stains

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thinkxingu · 07-19-2023, 08:01 AM

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Originally Posted by WinnisquamZ

Have the same issue. Have you tried a magic easer. Would be great if they do work on these stains

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I've read that Magic Erasers are abrasive and can cause damage?

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SAB1 · 07-19-2023, 11:47 AM

I have not yet had a problem. I lightly wet the magic eraser. Just be gentle. I don't use bleach because it raises issues with thread. Dan's 10% idea may work though. A friend has also had some luck with a product called Vinyl Sauce.

LIforrelaxin · 07-19-2023, 01:06 PM

So I recently found out about this product, I have just gotten a bottle and will be trying it out the next time I am at the lake, I will try and remember to take some before an after photos, and respond back here....

https://www.marine31.com/mildew-remover-page.html

gillygirl · 07-19-2023, 03:52 PM

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Originally Posted by LIforrelaxin

So I recently found out about this product, I have just gotten a bottle and will be trying it out the next time I am at the lake, I will try and remember to take some before an after photos, and respond back here....

https://www.marine31.com/mildew-remover-page.html

I have used this on my golf cart seats. It’s amazing!

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LakeTimes · 07-19-2023, 04:34 PM

I've had great luck with Z Cleaner which you can buy at WestMarine (or several places online)

https://ztuffproducts.com/collection...ner-collection

Resident 2B · 07-19-2023, 09:26 PM

Buy some 30% cleaning vinegar at Lowes or Home Depot. Mix it 3 parts water one part cleaning vinegar and dap it onto the stain with a cloth or good paper towel. Let it sit for a day and the stain should be gone. Very safe, environmental friendly way to remove algae and algae stains. Works on wood and bricks, too.

07-19-2023, 07:22 AM	#3
ishoot308 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Gilford, NH / Welch Island Posts: 5,932 Thanks: 2,290 Thanked 4,942 Times in 1,917 Posts	Two things you can try... #1. Isopropyl / rubbing alcohol full strength #2. A mixture of 10% bleach and 90% water. Use a small scrub brush to get into the pours of the vinyl and to help remove. Try in an inconspicuous area first for colorfastness. When complete be sure to rinse thoroughly and dry completely then treat with 303 or similar product to prevent drying out. Good Luck! Dan __________________ It's Always Sunny On Welch Island!!

07-19-2023, 01:06 PM	#7
LIforrelaxin Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Long Island, not that one, the one on Winnipesaukee Posts: 2,827 Thanks: 1,017 Thanked 881 Times in 515 Posts	So I recently found out about this product, I have just gotten a bottle and will be trying it out the next time I am at the lake, I will try and remember to take some before an after photos, and respond back here.... https://www.marine31.com/mildew-remover-page.html __________________ Life is about how much time you can spend relaxing... I do it on an island that isn't really an island.....

07-19-2023, 07:05 AM	#1
sunset on the dock Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 329 Thanks: 134 Thanked 101 Times in 66 Posts	Pollen stain Any suggestions on removing these pollen stains from my boat upholstery? I have tried Fantastic and Windex with no improvement.

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SAB1 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Tuftonboro Posts: 1,165 Thanks: 182 Thanked 297 Times in 220 Posts	Magic eraser.

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LakeTimes Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: NA Posts: 145 Thanks: 61 Thanked 40 Times in 19 Posts	I've had great luck with Z Cleaner which you can buy at WestMarine (or several places online) https://ztuffproducts.com/collection...ner-collection

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Resident 2B Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: North Shore, MA Posts: 1,352 Thanks: 987 Thanked 310 Times in 161 Posts	Buy some 30% cleaning vinegar at Lowes or Home Depot. Mix it 3 parts water one part cleaning vinegar and dap it onto the stain with a cloth or good paper towel. Let it sit for a day and the stain should be gone. Very safe, environmental friendly way to remove algae and algae stains. Works on wood and bricks, too.

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