Things You Will Need
Mildew on mobile home siding can be unsightly, even dangerous. However, with a little work and some common household materials, you can make your own cleaning solution to remove mildew from mobile home siding easily and inexpensively. This recipe makes approximately 3 1/2 qts. of cleaning solution using laundry detergent and chlorine bleach.
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Put on rubber cleaning gloves and combine 1/3 cup household laundry detergent with one qt. chlorine bleach in a large bucket.
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Add 3 qts. very hot water and stir well. Be careful not to get any of the mixture on exposed skin.
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Add 1/2 to 2/3 cup washing soda, if desired, for extra cleaning power. This ingredient will help soften the mildew and make it easier to remove.
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Dip a soft brush into the cleaning solution, and scrub the siding to remove the mildew. This may take some elbow grease, but it will remove even the most stubborn cases of mildew.
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Rinse the mobile home siding using a water hose or power washer, if available. Be sure to remove all residues from the cleaning solution, as prolonged exposure to bleach or washing soda can cause damage.