SECTION 11 –
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
11-6
These materials are made from polypropylene
or polyester synthetic fibers, so they clean very
well with virtually no damage to the color or
fabric itself.
Most commercially available carpet and
upholstery cleaners will do an excellent job
removing stains. From time to time, additional
cleaning methods may need to be used to remove
stubborn or difficult stains.
The following cleaning chart is provided as a
guideline for care and cleaning of ceiling fabrics
used in your coach.
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NOTE: In many cases listed above, repeated
steps may be required to fully extract
contaminant from material. Items listed
above with (*) may also be removed
through steam extraction method by a
professional cleaner or service. Always
check to see that the cleaner used will
not cause damage to the material or
fabric by testing on an area out of sight.
Water Stains
Water stains should be cleaned with a mixture
of 1/4 cup of white powdered or clear liquid
laundry detergent (no coloring) in a bucket of
warm water. Working with a clean sponge or
white cloth, start from the outside of the stain and
work your way to the center. This method will
keep the stain from spreading. Do not over
saturate as this may cause delamination. No need
to scrub, simply rub lightly or dab the stain.
You may have to repeat this procedure more
than once to achieve desired results. Finish up
with clean water, using the same method, and
blot dry.
Steam cleaning is also an option. Again, take
care not to over-saturate the material.
CEILING FABRIC STAIN REMOVAL
Type of Stain
Cleaning Agent
How to Remove
Mustard
Ketchup*
Coffee*
Chocolate*
Tea
Chewing Gum
Oil
Grease
Tar/Asphalt
Wax
Rust
Dirt*
Lipstick
Nail Polish
Shoe Polish
Crayon
Marker (indelible)
Ink (Ballpoint Pen)
Pencil Lead (Graphite)
Vomit*
Urine*
Blood*
Excrement*
Dry-Clean Solvent
High Strength Detergent
High Strength Detergent
Detergent
High Strength Detergent
Dry-Clean Solvent
High Strength Detergent
High Strength Detergent/Degreaser
K-1 Kerosene/Thinner
Detergent
Rust Remover
Detergent
Dry-Clean Solvent
Dry-Clean Solvent
Dry-Clean Solvent
High Strength Detergent
Detergent
Dry-Clean Solvent
Detergent
High Strength Detergent
High Strength Detergent
High Strength Detergent
High Strength Detergent
Scrub-Soak-Blot Dry
Scrub-Soak-Blot Dry
Scrub-Soak-Blot Dry
Scrub-Soak-Blot Dry
Scrub-Soak-Blot Dry
Scrub-Soak-Blot Dry
Scrub-Soak-Blot Dry
Scrub-Soak-Blot Dry
Scrub-Soak-Blot Dry
Hot Iron on Detergent-Soaked Towel/Cloth
Scrub-Soak-Blot Dry
Scrub-Soak-Blot Dry
Soak-Blot Dry
Soak-Blot Dry
Soak-Blot Dry
Scrub-Soak-Blot Dry
Scrub-Soak-Blot Dry
Soak-Blot Dry
Scrub-Rinse-Blot Dry
Scrub-Rinse-Blot Dry-Deodorize w/Vinegar
Scrub-Rinse-Blot Dry-Deodorize w/Vinegar
Scrub-Rinse-Blot Dry
Scrub-Rinse-Blot Dry-Deodorize w/Vinegar