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an obvious question...
...is how does mud get there? Hopefully it's not bottom mud! Actually I had the same problem from mud daubers (mud wasps) attempting to make nests in my sail cover. I used a dilute detergent and water solution with a soft sponge. It took care of most of it.
...is how does mud get there? Hopefully it's not bottom mud! Actually I had the same problem from mud daubers (mud wasps) attempting to make nests in my sail cover. I used a dilute detergent and water solution with a soft sponge. It took care of most of it.
Another solution to nasty sail stains...
With various stains on sails I found the best solution to remove stains on sailcloth is a mixture of laundry detergent or dish soap and Oxy-type cleaner. Be sure to mix with hot-warm water until the Oxy crystals have disolved. Using a dabbing motion with a wash rag, start small and work your way around the stain. Let set for 3-5 minutes and rinse. Be sure to rinse the area with clean tap water...if you use river/lake/ocean water...you could restain the cleaned area. This solution also works on deck stains and does wonders on dark bird droppings. You can use cheap Oxy cleaners...Big Lots as some for as little as $1.99. ...or if you recently won the lottery...buy new sails!;D
With various stains on sails I found the best solution to remove stains on sailcloth is a mixture of laundry detergent or dish soap and Oxy-type cleaner. Be sure to mix with hot-warm water until the Oxy crystals have disolved. Using a dabbing motion with a wash rag, start small and work your way around the stain. Let set for 3-5 minutes and rinse. Be sure to rinse the area with clean tap water...if you use river/lake/ocean water...you could restain the cleaned area. This solution also works on deck stains and does wonders on dark bird droppings. You can use cheap Oxy cleaners...Big Lots as some for as little as $1.99. ...or if you recently won the lottery...buy new sails!;D
Prevention is the key!
You and Granpa should try to avoid turtling the boat in the first place
I think the idea above about using oxyclean and dish detergent might work. Congratulations on your first trophy! It soulds like you are having a blast at sailing camp. DAD
You and Granpa should try to avoid turtling the boat in the first place
I think the idea above about using oxyclean and dish detergent might work. Congratulations on your first trophy! It soulds like you are having a blast at sailing camp. DAD- Status