Cleaning rubber around doors

dennis b · 10-03-2018, 01:06 PM

Wondering if anybody has had any luck removing the black scum on the white moldings around the door and compartment doors? I tried a mix of vinegar and water, some came off but not all! Any ideas? And yes I tried looking on you tube ...no luck there! lol Also what works on algae?

Jagiven · 10-03-2018, 01:41 PM

Sounds like your are describing what is known as black streaks.

I use ether "Simple Green" or "Spray Power" both products removed black streaks. I personally like Spray Power better but am having a hard time finding it lately.

dennis b · 10-03-2018, 01:47 PM

No not streaks it is like mold or mildew o n rubber around compartment doors

WinnieView · 10-03-2018, 02:27 PM

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Originally Posted by dennis b

No not streaks it is like mold or mildew o n rubber around compartment doors

Bleach?

TCNashville · 10-03-2018, 03:38 PM

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Originally Posted by dennis b

Wondering if anybody has had any luck removing the black scum on the white moldings around the door and compartment doors? I tried a mix of vinegar and water, some came off but not all! Any ideas? And yes I tried looking on you tube ...no luck there! lol Also what works on algae?

I think you're talking about the insert trim around the door that covers the screws. I tried everything to clean mine and ended up just replacing it. The cost was about $12 for a 25ft roll, enough to do both my doors. I went with the 3/4'' and it looks great. Just Google RV vinyl insert trim if you're interested in replacing it.

jimp · 10-03-2018, 05:10 PM

Meguires cleaner wax will remove some/most of the "scum" you reference. It also removes tar, tree sap, etc., with just a bit of elbow grease. Comes in a purple colored can at wally world, the stuff in the bottle is just as good, but I prefer the paste.

**norty1** · 10-03-2018, 05:57 PM

Way back when the windows had white rubber trim, the best way to get rid of it was to buy a new camper. When they changed to black trim, you could no longer see it. Problem solved.

Now days, they have no trim? Is this progress or what?

Kennessa · 10-04-2018, 02:52 AM

Magic eraser may work. I have had good luck removing scuff marks from my boat using them.

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