Mildew/mold in car...help!! - Tilted Forum Project Discussion Community

frankdrebben · 02-16-2004, 07:02 PM

I just had my car's carpets steamcleaned and in the last few days I have noticed a very musty mildew or mold odor. Does anyone have any ideas on how to get the mositure and smell out without re-steam cleaning again??? Thanks in advance.

JStrider · 02-16-2004, 08:52 PM

febreeze? and keep the windows open as much as you can...

merkerguitars · 02-16-2004, 11:00 PM

On alot of older cars I have bought the easiest way it to let it air out..Then I usually leave a can of strawberry carnuba wax open in the car...makes it smell really nice

Super Model · 02-16-2004, 11:19 PM

Leave windows open. Is it cold where you leave, becuase that also affects the drying of your carpets. Make sure it is warm and dry.

Peryn · 02-17-2004, 12:23 PM

febreeze, just cause it smells good

Moonduck · 02-17-2004, 04:17 PM

Worst case scenario is an Ozone Treatment. Your local body shop should be able to help you find an OT capable shop if you cannot get the smell out via airing it out and chemical maskers.

WarWagon · 02-17-2004, 04:52 PM

Just be aware that the moisture is likely trapped beneath the carpet as well, in the insulation, etc. It may in the long run not be a bad idea to have the carpet and padding replaced, as you risk starting some nasty rust under there.

mrphil2 · 02-18-2004, 03:27 PM

the mildew was caused due to lack of ventilation.

02-16-2004, 07:02 PM	#1 (permalink)
frankdrebben Upright Location: California	Mildew/mold in car...help!! I just had my car's carpets steamcleaned and in the last few days I have noticed a very musty mildew or mold odor. Does anyone have any ideas on how to get the mositure and smell out without re-steam cleaning again??? Thanks in advance.

02-16-2004, 08:52 PM	#2 (permalink)
JStrider Poo-tee-weet? Location: The Woodlands, TX	febreeze? and keep the windows open as much as you can... __________________ -=JStrider=- ~Clatto Verata Nicto

02-16-2004, 11:00 PM	#3 (permalink)
merkerguitars Buffering......... Location: Wisconsin...	On alot of older cars I have bought the easiest way it to let it air out..Then I usually leave a can of strawberry carnuba wax open in the car...makes it smell really nice __________________ Donate now! Ask me How! Please use the search function it is your friend. Look at my mustang please feel free to comment! http://www.tfproject.org/tfp/showthread.php?t=26985

02-17-2004, 12:23 PM	#5 (permalink)
Peryn Junkie Location: San Diego, CA.	febreeze, just cause it smells good __________________ Dont cry kid, It's not your fault you suck.

02-18-2004, 03:27 PM	#8 (permalink)
mrphil2 Upright Location: Maryland	the mildew was caused due to lack of ventilation. __________________ expect the unexpected

02-16-2004, 11:19 PM	#4 (permalink)
Super Model Crazy Location: USA	Leave windows open. Is it cold where you leave, becuase that also affects the drying of your carpets. Make sure it is warm and dry.

02-17-2004, 04:17 PM	#6 (permalink)
Moonduck Junkie Location: SE USA	Worst case scenario is an Ozone Treatment. Your local body shop should be able to help you find an OT capable shop if you cannot get the smell out via airing it out and chemical maskers.

02-17-2004, 04:52 PM	#7 (permalink)
WarWagon Loser	Just be aware that the moisture is likely trapped beneath the carpet as well, in the insulation, etc. It may in the long run not be a bad idea to have the carpet and padding replaced, as you risk starting some nasty rust under there.