How To Clean A Rubber Roof On A Travel Trailer

To help you figure out the correct way to maintain your rubber roof dave solberg walks you through a step by step demonstration on how to clean a tpo roof.

How to clean a rubber roof on a travel trailer.

Sweep off any large debris. In such case a stronger cleaning agent is required. Be sure that it s safe to walk on first see your manual for this or you ll have to lean over and clean it from the safety of a sturdy ladder. Step 1 assessing the rv roof.

Let dry before covering. To soap up the water just use a basic dish detergent. Tackle a small section at a time 3 feet by 3 feet and use a circular motion. It needs 24 hours to air dry completely.

For light cleaning you can use warm water and a mild detergent like dawn dishwashing liquid. You will need about 16 to 20 ounces to cover the entire area. Step 2 cleaning the rv roof. As you move across the roof look for rips and tears in the roofing material.

Always ensure the ladder is secure. Rinse with clean water. How do you clean a rubber roof. Start by inspecting the roof thoroughly and check if there is mold or mildew.

Apply the roof treatment just after cleaning your rv roof. You should work on one 2 to 3 sq ft area at a time. Scrub with mop or broom. Apply your rubber roof cleaner using a spraying mechanism.

With that in mind you should only need to clean your roof once a year to keep it in good shape. 7 use a sponge mop or soft bristle brush if it is very dirty to activate the cleaner using a circular motion. Spray on rubber roof cleaner. Sweep the roof to remove loose dust and debris.

Continue this process until you coat the whole roof. At the same time check if tree sap residue is present. Most of your rv roof cleaning activity can be completed with a brush and some warm soapy water. Spray in 3 foot by 3 foot sections and spread with a clean damp sponge mop.

Most manufacturers of rubber roofs recommend you use a medium bristle brush and a non abrasive cleaner.