Is waterless caravan cleaning any good?

brissle replied on 10/07/2021 11:42

Posted on 10/07/2021 11:42

Hi everyone,

I've seen advertisements for so-called "waterless cleaning" products for the caravan in recent Club magazines.

Has anyone had experience with this product?

I'm worried about grit or dust being wiped across the paintwork or windows and causing scratches.

Yet the Club appears to promote this product by offering a discount through Member Offers in the shop.

I often want to remove road dirt after towing to the site and also the streaks that appear below windows after rain.

But I believe we are not supposed to wash a van with water on the pitch......

I would be interested in any thoughts.

 

Tinwheeler replied on 10/07/2021 17:17

Posted on 10/07/2021 17:02 by brissle

all good stuff - thanks everyone.

I think we've exhausted this subject now...!!

Posted on 10/07/2021 17:17

Don’t be so sure 🤣🤣🤣🤣

BlueVanMan replied on 19/07/2021 15:15

Posted on 19/07/2021 15:15

I note the limitations in terms of club rules which seem sensible. I suspect that caravans and motorhomes may need some washing of windows on site to facilitate a view to the rear (whether to the rear via a rear view mirror or to the front through the windscreen of the tow- car or motor caravan although in some cases a direct view to the rear will not be possible). In addition there is a legal obligation to keep number plates clean and lights and indicators likewise need cleaning. 

However my personal view is that I would never use waterless products because if there is insufficient liquid to wash away grit and other abrasive material scratching (however mild) to the surface being cleaned is inevitable and will eventually become a problem. This is especially the case on glass or "plastic" windows and in the latter case it is best to use a dedicated product. Likewise I would never use household detergent. Having gone to considerable effort to wax a van on a thoroughly clean surface why would you use detergent to break down that protective coat ? 

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