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It\u2019s a fungus that can grow inside or outside of a camper.Moist air, damp conditions, and places where a surface, wall, ceiling, or floor has become wet may later become susceptible to developing mildew if not dried quickly.            Table of Contents                                    show                                                Difference Between Mold and Mildew                            How Does Mildew Appear?                            How Does Mold Appear?                            How to Get Rid of Mildew in My Camper                            Vinegar to Remove Mildew from a Camper                            Ethanol (Distilled)                            Go Natural with Tea Tree Oil                            Baking Soda, the Old Standby                            How to Prevent Mildew (or Mold) in My Camper?                            1. Ventilate the Camper Regularly                            2. Manage Condensation Properly                            3. Use a Dehumidifier                            4. Be Conscious of Moisture in All Forms                            5. Heat Regularly and Use Dry Heat                            Why Does My Camper Smell Musty?                            Closing Thoughts                            Related Articles        Difference Between Mold and MildewDifferent types of mold can develop and grow in a camper.Both can be damaging to your lungs to breathe in the spores that can float in the air.This is why it should be resolved when a mildew or mold problem is found in a camper.To remove any confusion on mold vs mildew, here are the differences:How Does Mildew Appear?Mildew presents as a powdery substance. It usually sits on the surface and is mostly flat. As such, it\u2019s harder to spot unless it becomes quite pronounced.While mildew is often white, it can be in other colors too. It all depends on what it\u2019s mixed with that may taint its appearance.Therefore, if a camper\u2019s interior walls are a pastel color, the mildew could take on this tint and essentially be camouflaged.The smell of mildew inside a camper is similar to damp clothing that\u2019s been left indoors for days without being properly dried.Read Also: Storing an RVHow Does Mold Appear?Mold is another type of fungus that develops from excess moisture.The main difference between it and mildew is that it grows outwards from what it\u2019s attached to, and beneath the surface too.Therefore, it may look like a rocky surface has been added to a camper\u2019s interior wall. The surface may appear visually bumpy.Mold also tends to look furry or could have a sliminess to it.The smell of mold is more significant and objectionable too. It worsens as a mold creates more compounds known as MVOCs during extended growth.Read Also: Can You Sleep in a Camper Off the Truck?How to Get Rid of Mildew in My CamperThere are several different approaches to removing mildew and potentially other types of mold too.When removing mildew (or mold), be sure to wear a protective breathing mask that can filter out fungal spores from the air. Here are a few that we recommend for removing mildew (and also mold) from a camper:Vinegar to Remove Mildew from a CamperIf you keep telling friends that \u201cmy camper smells,\u201d then vinegar might just do the trick!It has a sharp whiff to it, but that\u2019ll pass after its application.Vinegar has excellent disinfecting properties making it an effective cleaner for various surfaces inside a camper. It\u2019ll work fine on a floor, wall, ceiling, etc.Use a spray bottle to distribute it more evenly over a surface before wiping it down later.It\u2019s fine to dilute the vinegar to mix it half and half with water (it\u2019ll make it not smell as obnoxious).Give it enough time to perform its magic on the fungi. Alternatively, adding some vinegar to a cloth and wiping it over the affected area works fine too.Here is our recommended distilled vinegar cleaning product:https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=qZZ9Y9FnTN4Video can\u2019t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: HOW TO DESCALE \/ CLEAN WITH VINEGAR Keurig K-Duo 12 Cup Coffee Maker with Single Serve K-Cup Pod (https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=qZZ9Y9FnTN4)Lucy\u2019s Family Owned, Natural Distilled White Vinegar \u2013 5% Acidity (1 Gallon\/128 oz.)Check at Amazon\u24d8 If you click this link and make a purchase, we earn a commission at no additional cost to you.Read Also: How to Heat a Camper Without ElectricityEthanol (Distilled)Some people try using distilled ethanol. It should also be diluted with water.Using ethanol is going to be better for serious mildew issues where it\u2019s gotten out of control, and you feel like something stronger is required.Go Natural with Tea Tree OilTea tree oil is an effective fungicide that will remove mildew from your camper.It is quite concentrated, so it\u2019s best to mix it with water in a spray bottle. Then spray it over the mildew, leave it a short amount of time, and wipe off any excess.Baking Soda, the Old StandbyBaking soda is an excellent all-around cleaner.Often, it can do more than manufactured solutions.It\u2019s a little harder to use with white mildew or white mold in a camper because you\u2019ll be applying white on white here.So, keep track of what areas you\u2019ve applied the solution to before moving on to the next section.This also applies when taking a break for lunch and returning to the task later \u2013 make a note of where you got up to avoid missing a spot.Again, a water-filled spray bottle is useful here.A sponge, dry cloth, or even an old t-shirt will be fine to wipe surfaces later after applying the baking soda spray concoction.https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=FC1MUIGL43gVideo can\u2019t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: RV Water Damage + Mold Removal (https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=FC1MUIGL43g)How to Prevent Mildew (or Mold) in My Camper?There are several ways to stop mildew or mold from developing inside your living space.Here are 5 tips to get you started:1. Ventilate the Camper RegularlyRegardless of how frequently you hook up the camper to take on trips, owning it means you\u2019re responsible for it.If you simply leave it for months between uses, you\u2019re asking for trouble.Instead, open the door and windows to provide as much ventilation as possible. If there\u2019s a roof fan, ensure it has the opportunity to be opened to ventilate near the ceiling too.Leaving the fan running can improve the overall air quality and stop moisture or bad smells from lingering.2. Manage Condensation ProperlyWater droplets form on the inside of the camper\u2019s windows and sometimes on the walls if they\u2019re thinly insulated.The condensation needs to be wiped down and removed every day.It\u2019s more of an issue when living in the camper because, without effective moisture control, breathing adds extra moisture to the air.It shows up as condensation collected on the walls and windows, especially.Better insulation is one answer to resolving persistent condensation issues.3. Use a DehumidifierA good dehumidifier will take the nearby air and remove moisture from it.A reservoir is used to collect the water.The better models also have an auto-shutoff feature to prevent the container from overflowing.Model sizes affect the daily water extraction capacity and the amount of moisture that is collectible before needing to empty the water collector.Dehumidifiers use minimal power, aren\u2019t noisy, and can reduce moisture levels significantly.Placing them in the most affected areas, like the seating area, or the cooking area is extremely effective.  Fortunately, they\u2019re not expensive and can save money on future RV repairs due to an unaddressed moisture problem. So, they pay for themselves.Here is our recommended dehumidifier model for a camper:https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=asEZwBpLDUwVideo can\u2019t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: BEST Electric Dehumidifier || Pro Breeze Mini Dehumidifier [Review] (https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=asEZwBpLDUw)Pro Breeze Electric Mini Dehumidifier (250 square feet\/2,200 cubic feet)Check at Amazon\u24d8 If you click this link and make a purchase, we earn a commission at no additional cost to you.4. Be Conscious of Moisture in All FormsMoisture is a problem for campers, trailers, and motorhomes in general.Many say it\u2019s the enemy of camper owners because campers as a rule are less well-insulated than travel trailers, or motorhomes. Because of this, they\u2019re more prone to moisture problems.Dampness in the air can come from an area of high humidity. This is an environmental factor that needs to be managed by more frequently removing moisture.Dry climates are less problematic for RVers.Running a hot shower creates considerable moisture. Boiling vegetables in a pan inside the camper will add extra dampness too.Camper owners often look for ways to manage these needs by adjusting how they prepare food (e.g., using a pot cover to limit steam release) or adding an overhead fan inside the shower cubicle to quickly remove excess moisture.To know how much of a problem exists with lingering moisture, it\u2019s useful to use a hygrometer. This technical marvel can verify the level of humidity relative to the outdoors and provide other useful readings too.The ThermoPro TP50 Digital Hygrometer is a reliable model to do this for you:https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=dKEgZajxpywVideo can\u2019t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: ThermoPro TP50 Digital Hygrometer Unboxing in 4K (https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=dKEgZajxpyw)ThermoPro TP50 Digital Hygrometer Indoor Thermometer, Humidity Gauge & Temperature Humidity MonitorCheck at Amazon\u24d8 If you click this link and make a purchase, we earn a commission at no additional cost to you.5. Heat Regularly and Use Dry HeatHeating the camper regularly removes pockets of dampness and moist air.The type of heating inside the camper makes a difference too.For instance, diesel heaters are known to deliver dry heat in a confined space.On the other hand, LPG might be a poor heating fuel\/system because it\u2019s a wet heat.Using a wet heat system to produce warmth will add additional condensation and raise the humidity level along with the internal temperature.Also, note that propane heaters aren\u2019t necessarily dry heat sources.Therefore, if your camper is having ongoing moisture problems, check how it\u2019s being heated.Why Does My Camper Smell Musty?With how campers are designed, they may have fixed furniture or units that can trap moisture inside them.A lack of proper ventilation combined with accumulated moisture is an ideal environment to develop mildew or mold.Opening up the camper or trailer between uses to air it out, can remove the musty smell.Then, if there are more serious issues with mildew or mold, you\u2019ll be able to distinctly smell them as separate from the now-removed musty odor.Also, doing so helps to track down the location where there\u2019s a mildew or mold issue, especially if it\u2019s inside a furniture unit or not easy to see on the walls.Closing ThoughtsWhen finding mildew or mold, it\u2019s not something to leave until another season or later in the year.Mildew is a fungus that will continue to grow and become worse before it\u2019s finally remedied. When left too long, it may ruin a camper from the inside out. Also, it can cause respiratory problems too.Once eradicated, focus on the different ways to prevent it from reappearing.These were detailed above and include heating, ventilation, and regularly removing moisture. Doing these things goes a long way to avoiding mildew in your camper in the future.Related ArticlesHow to Stay Warm in a Camper ShellHow to Heat a Camper Without ElectricityCan You Sleep in a Camper Off the Truck?Storing an RV What Does Dry Weight Mean on a Camper? (GVWR, UVW & Tow Capacity)Are Pop Up Campers Allowed in National Parks?"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"How to Get Rid of Mildew in My Camper","item":"https:\/\/livingpioneer.com\/how-to-get-rid-of-mildew-in-my-camper\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]