Member Since: 29 Nov 2006
Location: North Yorkshire
Posts: 15269
Removing green algae from the D4
Not really given the D4 a real good clean since I had it, as all cleaning has just been snowfoam and a pressure wash.
However recently I'm finding its got a lot of green algae in the window channels, the folds of the door surround trim, sealing trim, windscreen scuttle panel etc.
[I've even got a spot on the roof where the green seems to have impregnated the paintwork]
The stuff is difficult to remove, I've tried using liquid Flash floor cleaner in a bucket of hot water with a cloth.
However that only seems to remove the top slime and the base is much more difficult to remove [especially in the difficult to get at places].
I reckon Bleach would do the job, but don't want to put that anywhere near the paintwork, leather or vinyl trim.
So, anyone got an idea of a suitable product that'll remove it without causing damage?
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...... always on the road less travelled 🚧
< ‘tis but a mere scratch …….. it’ll polish out.
28th Aug 2022 5:37 pm
thisandy
Member Since: 28 Jan 2018
Location: Pembrokeshire
Posts: 308
I get exactly the same problem here in west Wales, I use Pro-Kleen spray and walk away,not toxic or aggressive.Look it up and give it a try.
28th Aug 2022 6:22 pm
gstuart
Member Since: 21 Oct 2016
Location: kent
Posts: 14176
Hi
Must confess in the past I’ve used various different products , soapy water , diluted vinegar , dettol mold and mildrew remover , magic eraser , applied with the aid of a softish nylon brush
However now due to their age with bubbling ive bought 4 x new window trims , think the set was around £60.00
Hope that helps
28th Aug 2022 6:32 pm
Farmer Chalk
Member Since: 06 Mar 2013
Location: Independent Republic of Kentishshire.
Posts: 4197
Old toothbrush… brilliant at getting down between the window and the rubber…
28th Aug 2022 7:52 pm
GLYNNE
Member Since: 06 Oct 2006
Location: KENT
Posts: 4696
Or the wife’s
28th Aug 2022 8:35 pm
DSL Keeper of the wheelie bin
Member Since: 11 May 2006
Location: Off again! :-)
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28th Aug 2022 9:09 pm
Pedros
Member Since: 25 Jun 2011
Location: Cumbria
Posts: 454
I don't know. When this site first started, it was all about brand new Discos, LR warranties and what various bits did in these new D4 cars. Now we're reduced to queries to help stop nature reclaiming them.
28th Aug 2022 10:17 pm
DSL Keeper of the wheelie bin
Member Since: 11 May 2006
Location: Off again! :-)
Posts: 73121
The green stuff is a continual problem on caravans. Why they build them white in the first place seems mad unless it is to show up the slime. I have a huge collection of special caravan cleaners but none of them work as well as "Elbow Grease" kitchen cleaner.A vaccine does not stop you catching a virus, or passing it on, or getting ill from it, really ill. It does reduce the likelyhood of you dying when really, really ill. Stay Alive - KEEP AWAY FROM PEOPLE.
29th Aug 2022 8:39 am
ronp
Member Since: 29 Nov 2006
Location: North Yorkshire
Posts: 15269
thisandy wrote:
I get exactly the same problem here in west Wales, I use Pro-Kleen spray and walk away,not toxic or aggressive.Look it up and give it a try.
Looks like the solution (in more ways than one), 2ltr ordered from Amazon last night.
Then this morning I just remembered I’ve got an unused 5ltr of Wet & Forget in the garage.
So need to check if it’s the same stuff, but even if it is, I’ll wait and use the Pro-Kleen and keep it specifically for the D4....... always on the road less travelled 🚧
< ‘tis but a mere scratch …….. it’ll polish out.
29th Aug 2022 8:41 am
NJS5
Member Since: 16 Jul 2018
Location: Catherington
Posts: 24
Could we have an update please Ron ?
Did you conclude that Wet & Forget was better than Pro-Kleen spray?
Or maybe someone has a less expensive solution ?
White vinegar was recommended on a Mercedes Benz forum.
NJSS
19th May 2023 2:18 pm
darrind
Member Since: 04 Jul 2008
Location: In A World of My Own!
Posts: 2908
NJSS wrote:
Pedros wrote:-
Quote:
I don't know. When this site first started
Answer - 6th November 2004 Martin was, unsurprisingly, the first member.
I have made a note that we should celebrate on 6th November 2024.
NJSS
I always celebrate the 6th of November as its my Birthday too!Must stop buying shiny toys....
19th May 2023 4:28 pm
CRP
Member Since: 09 Mar 2020
Location: Angus
Posts: 30
Can certainly recommend Wet & Forget it worked fine on my window channels….exactly as it says wet surfaces with solution and the wind and the rain does the rest.
Works great on all outdoor surfaces
19th May 2023 4:58 pm
ronp
Member Since: 29 Nov 2006
Location: North Yorkshire
Posts: 15269
NJS5 wrote:
Could we have an update please Ron ?
You contracted an algae infection too then Nigel ?
Yes, used the ProKleen and it did the job well….. no paintwork or varnish removed in the process.
Though just noticed when under the bonnet the other day that it’s coming back at the base of the windscreen scuttle panel.
So this is a nice reminder for me to give it another spray. ...... always on the road less travelled 🚧
< ‘tis but a mere scratch …….. it’ll polish out.
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