Possible Mildew - Sunbrella Bimini

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   Good Day,
I have a multiple part question.  It appears this bimini is developing mildew on the underneath side on the Sunbrella and YKK zipper.  

1. What could cause mildew growth?  I have not seen this before and Sunbrella is not prone to develop mildew (resistant).

2. What is the best method to remove/clean/prevent this?  Glen Raven suggest using a mixture of bleach and mild detergent.  I am concerned with discoloration from the bleach are they referring to use a color safe bleach?

3. Any thoughts as to if this is something other than mildew?

I was hoping to upload a picture but it looks like the image file size is 10KB for the server.  I can email this you if it will help.

Thanks!
Keri

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Keri Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Groupie Member Joined: 09 August 2007 Status: Offline Points: 115	Post Options Post Reply Quote Keri Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: Possible Mildew - Sunbrella Bimini Posted: 17 October 2012 at 2:13pm
	Good Day, I have a multiple part question. It appears this bimini is developing mildew on the underneath side on the Sunbrella and YKK zipper. 1. What could cause mildew growth? I have not seen this before and Sunbrella is not prone to develop mildew (resistant). 2. What is the best method to remove/clean/prevent this? Glen Raven suggest using a mixture of bleach and mild detergent. I am concerned with discoloration from the bleach are they referring to use a color safe bleach? 3. Any thoughts as to if this is something other than mildew? I was hoping to upload a picture but it looks like the image file size is 10KB for the server. I can email this you if it will help. Thanks! Keri
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MattGrant Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Admin Group Sailrite Employee - Expert Joined: 21 April 2005 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 3012	Post Options Post Reply Quote MattGrant Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 17 October 2012 at 2:17pm
	1. dirt in the weave or on the fabric can mildew. Clean the area well and rinse. After it dries recoat with 303 Fabric Guard to waterproof. Do not get Fabric Guard on the zipper teeth or the clear vinyl windows. 2. 303 Aerospace Cleaner and then 303 Fabric Guard. Bleach will not harm the Sunbrella but it will do a number on Polyester thread. 3. Most likely Mildew. You can email matt@sailrite.com if you like.
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