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Hi - really sorry if this is a stupid question.

I opened the caravan today and we had stupidly left sleeping bags and some other things in it over the winter.  Anyway, they have mildew/mould on them.  There were also a few black dots in the kitchen surface which wiped away easily.

Does this mean that I have a damp problem in the van, or is there some other explanation?

TIA

prob not.   but if its on many things a very through clean is needed and hoover. Bleach everywhere you can.  as the spore growth needs to be killed and esp the seats and curtains. also as its not good for the chest to sleep breathing it in.  dont panic just clean and hoover everything. and it should be fine.

Thank you very much - that's really good to hear.

I will get straight onto the cleaning, and make a trip to Lidl. I am quite worried about any lingering mould spores - particularly on the cushions and mattress - as I have young children (and am having a new baby soon as well) - any advice on tackling this to make sure the air is healthy would be very much appreciated.

Quote: Originally posted by sasamax on 13/2/2011

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Thank you very much - that's really good to hear.

I will get straight onto the cleaning, and make a trip to Lidl. I am quite worried about any lingering mould spores - particularly on the cushions and mattress - as I have young children (and am having a new baby soon as well) - any advice on tackling this to make sure the air is healthy would be very much appreciated.

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in that case with small children its a must that you spend plenty of time at it. a day spent now is nothing !!!!

fabreeze then hoover is good then fresh air. all will be fine. 

mine has the same thing and its alays done in spring. just like nan used to.   Ha Ha