{"id":3676,"date":"2020-06-12T12:48:40","date_gmt":"2020-06-12T12:48:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/?p=3676"},"modified":"2023-01-10T03:21:56","modified_gmt":"2023-01-10T03:21:56","slug":"how-to-clean-a-caravan-motorhome","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/how-to-clean-a-caravan-motorhome\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Clean a Caravan &#038; Motorhome"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">There are around 550,000 caravans and 225,000 motorhomes in current use in the UK (The NCC, 2020). Caravans and motorhomes spend a lot of time sitting still, often parked under or near trees, or near the sea, where saltwater corrosion is always a threat. In this article, we\u2019ll not only look at how to clean your caravan but also how to protect it against the elements. (Unless specified otherwise, \u2018caravan\u2019 refers to both touring caravans and motorhomes.)<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id_6c4e4d-a0:not(.this-class-is-for-specificity):not(.class-is-for-specificity){margin-bottom:30px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id_6c4e4d-a0 .kb-table-of-content-wrap{padding-top:20px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:20px;padding-left:20px;border-top:1px solid currentColor;border-right:1px solid currentColor;border-bottom:1px solid currentColor;border-left:1px solid currentColor;border-top-left-radius:3px;border-top-right-radius:3px;border-bottom-right-radius:3px;border-bottom-left-radius:3px;box-shadow:2px 2px 14px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);max-width:448px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id_6c4e4d-a0 .kb-table-of-contents-title-wrap{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id_6c4e4d-a0 .kb-table-of-contents-title{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id_6c4e4d-a0 .kb-table-of-content-wrap .kb-table-of-content-list{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;margin-top:20px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id_6c4e4d-a0 .kb-table-of-content-wrap{border-top:1px solid currentColor;border-right:1px solid currentColor;border-bottom:1px solid currentColor;border-left:1px solid currentColor;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id_6c4e4d-a0 .kb-table-of-content-wrap{border-top:1px solid currentColor;border-right:1px solid currentColor;border-bottom:1px solid currentColor;border-left:1px solid currentColor;}}<\/style>\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Caravans are different from cars due to the way they are painted\/finished. Where cars are usually metal or plastic panels, with paint protected with a clear lacquer, caravan panels tend to be made of fibreglass or a similar composite. This not only helps reduce weight but keeps down the cost of production, which would be passed on to customers.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Caravans are not painted but instead use a gel coat. These are polyester resins, which provide colour and protection to the fibreglass structure (du Plessis, 1964). These surfaces can be easily burnt through using machine polishes and compounds. For this reason, I advise against using products such as T-Cut on your caravan, as these can cause damage.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Products You Will Need<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The first thing to note is that most car care products are safe to use on caravans, so you don\u2019t necessarily need to buy a whole separate group of products. Let\u2019s take a look at some of the products I find work well on caravans. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">These aren\u2019t the only products available. You can experiment with products you already have and see what works for you. That\u2019s the great thing about detailing, there\u2019s such a large selection of products available, everyone will be able to find products that they like best.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Wheel Cleaner<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">My go-to product here is <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/bilt-hamber-surfex-hd-review\/\">Bilt Hamber Auto Wheel<\/a><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/bilt-hamber-surfex-hd-review\/\">, I also find <strong>Bilt Hamber Surfex HD<\/strong><\/a> makes light work of the tyre walls, removing any browning with a bit of agitation.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Bilt-Hamber-Auto-Wheels.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5851\" 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You\u2019ll also need a ladder to reach the roof of your caravan, as this is where the worst grime often builds up.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you\u2019re going to be using ladders to get the job done, remember safety is key, as a fall from height can cause some serious injuries. Make sure the ladder is on solid ground, the rungs are clean, keep both feet on the ladder, and don\u2019t use the top step of a stepladder (I bought an extendable microfibre mop as soon as I finished this job.)<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What shampoo you use will depend on what sort of wash you are doing. If your caravan has no form of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/how-to-remove-wax-sealant-and-ceramic-coating-from-your-car\/\">sealant or wax on it<\/a>, I recommend reaching for <strong>Meguiar\u2019s Car Wash Plus<\/strong>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This shampoo works a bit differently to most others. Instead of adding some to a bucket of water, you apply a small amount to your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/chemical-guys-bear-claw-wash-mitt-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">wash mitt<\/a>, rinsing the mitt with clean water after each pass. This shampoo easily cuts through bugs, tar and other grime while being safe on your paint. 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This product just works like a normal shampoo, add some to a bucket of water, agitate and you\u2019re ready to go.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"aawp\">\n\n            \n            \n<div class=\"aawp-product aawp-product--horizontal\"  data-aawp-product-asin=\"B01LSL0G5I\" data-aawp-product-id=\"3687\" data-aawp-tracking-id=\"prepmycar-21\" data-aawp-product-title=\"Autoglanz Bubblicious Quality Bodywork Shampoo Wash &#038; Wax 500ml\" data-aawp-geotargeting=\"true\" data-aawp-click-tracking=\"title\">\n\n    \n    <div class=\"aawp-product__thumb\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__image-link\"\n           href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/B01LSL0G5I?tag=prepmycar-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"Autoglanz Bubblicious Quality Bodywork Shampoo, Wash &#038; Wax 500ml\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aawp-product__image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41wYDRjZ-9L.jpg\" alt=\"Autoglanz Bubblicious Quality Bodywork Shampoo, Wash &#038; Wax 500ml\"  \/>\n        <\/a>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__content\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/B01LSL0G5I?tag=prepmycar-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"Autoglanz Bubblicious Quality Bodywork Shampoo, Wash &#038; Wax 500ml\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n            Autoglanz Bubblicious Quality Bodywork Shampoo, Wash &#038; Wax 500ml        <\/a>\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__description\">\n            <ul><li>Assists in preserving the finish and appearance of your vehicle<\/li><li>Contains special additional ingredients which form a glossy water-repellent barrier<\/li><li>Lifts traffic film without harm to polished paintwork and trim<\/li><\/ul>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__footer\">\n\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__pricing\">\n            \n            \n                    <\/div>\n\n                <a class=\"aawp-button aawp-button--buy aawp-button aawp-button--amazon rounded shadow aawp-button--icon aawp-button--icon-amazon-black\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/B01LSL0G5I?tag=prepmycar-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"Check Price On Amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">Check Price On Amazon<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n    \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You\u2019ll also need a wash mitt; I recommend the <strong>Kent Car Care Microfibre Noodle Wash Mitt<\/strong>. It\u2019s cheap and cheerful but provides excellent cleaning power while also being safe on paintwork.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"aawp\">\n\n            \n            \n<div class=\"aawp-product aawp-product--horizontal\"  data-aawp-product-asin=\"B002PX296S\" data-aawp-product-id=\"3688\" data-aawp-tracking-id=\"prepmycar-21\" data-aawp-product-title=\"Kent Car Care GKEQ2429 Microfibre Noodle Wash Mitt Colours May Vary\" data-aawp-geotargeting=\"true\" data-aawp-click-tracking=\"title\">\n\n    \n    <div class=\"aawp-product__thumb\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__image-link\"\n           href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/B002PX296S?tag=prepmycar-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"Kent Car Care GKEQ2429 Microfibre Noodle Wash Mitt Colours May Vary\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aawp-product__image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/515TOSiV3SL.jpg\" alt=\"Kent Car Care GKEQ2429 Microfibre Noodle Wash Mitt Colours May Vary\"  \/>\n        <\/a>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__content\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/B002PX296S?tag=prepmycar-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"Kent Car Care GKEQ2429 Microfibre Noodle Wash Mitt Colours May Vary\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n            Kent Car Care GKEQ2429 Microfibre Noodle Wash Mitt Colours May Vary        <\/a>\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__description\">\n            <ul><li>Soft noodle surface &#8211; to attract and lift dust and dirt whilst protecting paint, chrome and other surfaces<\/li><li>Mesh surface &#8211; to help remove stubborn stains and grime from windscreens, hub caps, headlights and bumper bars<\/li><li>One size fits all with non-slip elastic cuff<\/li><\/ul>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__footer\">\n\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__pricing\">\n            \n            \n                    <\/div>\n\n                <a class=\"aawp-button aawp-button--buy aawp-button aawp-button--amazon rounded shadow aawp-button--icon aawp-button--icon-amazon-black\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/B002PX296S?tag=prepmycar-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"Check Price On Amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">Check Price On Amazon<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n    \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">For harder to reach areas, I recommend using a microfibre mop. Bizarre as this may seem, it\u2019s far safer for the surface of your caravan than say, a nylon brush, which will leave lots a micro-swirls.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">To dry your caravan, you might want to grab a microfibre drying towel, (not a chamois leather, these can mar your paint.)<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Polish and Protect<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">After spending so much time washing your caravan, you\u2019ll want to protect it as much as possible. The product I recommend is an old faithful, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/autoglym-super-resin-polish-srp-review\/\">Autoglym Super Resin Polish<\/a> (SRP)<\/strong>. This both acts both as a cleaner and protectant and I apply this by hand using a microfibre applicator.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"aawp\">\n\n            \n            \n<div class=\"aawp-product aawp-product--horizontal\"  data-aawp-product-asin=\"B009LHHHZE\" data-aawp-product-id=\"3743\" data-aawp-tracking-id=\"prepmycar-21\" data-aawp-product-title=\"Autoglym Super Resin Polish 1L - High Performance Car Polish for Detailing and Maximum Gloss Finish\" data-aawp-geotargeting=\"true\" data-aawp-click-tracking=\"title\">\n\n    \n    <div class=\"aawp-product__thumb\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__image-link\"\n           href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/B009LHHHZE?tag=prepmycar-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"Autoglym Super Resin Polish, 1L - High Performance Car Polish for Detailing and Maximum Gloss Finish\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aawp-product__image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31hp4S0+qSL.jpg\" alt=\"Autoglym Super Resin Polish, 1L - High Performance Car Polish for Detailing and Maximum Gloss Finish\"  \/>\n        <\/a>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__content\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/B009LHHHZE?tag=prepmycar-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"Autoglym Super Resin Polish, 1L - High Performance Car Polish for Detailing and Maximum Gloss Finish\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n            Autoglym Super Resin Polish, 1L &#8211; High Performance Car Polish for Detailing and Maximum Gloss Finish        <\/a>\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__description\">\n            <ul><li>Super Resin car polish removes light scratches, scuffs and marks while providing long lasting protection and outstanding shine<\/li><li>Easy to use car polishing product suitable for all paint types and all paint colors<\/li><li>Buff to a deep shine with an Autoglym Hi-Tech Finishing Cloth or Mitt for<\/li><\/ul>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__footer\">\n\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__pricing\">\n            \n            \n            <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/aawp\/assets\/img\/icon-check-prime.svg\" height=\"16\" width=\"55\" alt=\"Amazon Prime\" \/>        <\/div>\n\n                <a class=\"aawp-button aawp-button--buy aawp-button aawp-button--amazon rounded shadow aawp-button--icon aawp-button--icon-amazon-black\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/B009LHHHZE?tag=prepmycar-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"Check Price On Amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">Check Price On Amazon<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n    \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Super Resin Polish does have protective qualities, but for increased longevity, you might want to apply a wax layer. I\u2019ve used <strong>Fusso Light by Soft 99<\/strong> in the past with great results. This will last significantly longer than a traditional wax and will keep water sheeting from your paintwork for many months.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Soft99-Fusso-Coat-Light.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5852\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Soft99-Fusso-Coat-Light.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Soft99-Fusso-Coat-Light-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Soft99-Fusso-Coat-Light-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Soft99-Fusso-Coat-Light-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Soft99-Fusso-Coat-Light-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Soft99-Fusso-Coat-Light-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Soft99-Fusso-Coat-Light-788x525.jpg 788w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Soft99-Fusso-Coat-Light-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"aawp\">\n\n            \n            \n<div class=\"aawp-product aawp-product--horizontal aawp-product--ribbon aawp-product--sale\"  data-aawp-product-asin=\"B07YDR2P38\" data-aawp-product-id=\"3787\" data-aawp-tracking-id=\"prepmycar-21\" data-aawp-product-title=\"Soft99 Fusso Coat 12 Months Wax Light 200g\" data-aawp-geotargeting=\"true\" data-aawp-click-tracking=\"title\">\n\n    <span class=\"aawp-product__ribbon aawp-product__ribbon--sale\">Sale<\/span>\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__thumb\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__image-link\"\n           href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/B07YDR2P38?tag=prepmycar-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"Soft99 Fusso Coat 12 Months Wax Light 200g\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aawp-product__image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41Jy7epxbCL.jpg\" alt=\"Soft99 Fusso Coat 12 Months Wax Light 200g\"  \/>\n        <\/a>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__content\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/B07YDR2P38?tag=prepmycar-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"Soft99 Fusso Coat 12 Months Wax Light 200g\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n            Soft99 Fusso Coat 12 Months Wax Light 200g        <\/a>\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__description\">\n            <ul><li>Wide range of features<\/li><li>Durable construction<\/li><li>Consistent performance<\/li><\/ul>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__footer\">\n\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__pricing\">\n                                                <span class=\"aawp-product__price aawp-product__price--old\">&#163;29.72<\/span>\n                                                    <span class=\"aawp-product__price aawp-product__price--saved\">&#8722;10%<\/span>\n                            \n            \n                    <\/div>\n\n                <a class=\"aawp-button aawp-button--buy aawp-button aawp-button--amazon rounded shadow aawp-button--icon aawp-button--icon-amazon-black\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/B07YDR2P38?tag=prepmycar-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"Check Price On Amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">Check Price On Amazon<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n    \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If the thought of applying wax by hand after you\u2019ve spent a few hours polishing seems daunting, or you have time constraints, there are a few products that can be sprayed on and still provide good protection, saving you time and energy.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>KKD Purity X<\/strong> is a polymer sealant that can be applied using a foam lance. It combines good hydrophobicity with longevity, and at maximum concentration can provide up to 6 months durability.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"aawp\">\n\n            \n            \n<div class=\"aawp-product aawp-product--horizontal\"  data-aawp-product-asin=\"7392451820\" data-aawp-product-id=\"3689\" data-aawp-tracking-id=\"prepmycar-21\" data-aawp-product-title=\"Krystal Kleen Detail Purity X Advanced Polymer Concentrate Sealant - 150ml\" data-aawp-geotargeting=\"true\" data-aawp-click-tracking=\"title\">\n\n    \n    <div class=\"aawp-product__thumb\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__image-link\"\n           href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/7392451820?tag=prepmycar-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"Krystal Kleen Detail Purity X Advanced Polymer Concentrate Sealant - 150ml\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aawp-product__image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/412o6BydsvL.jpg\" alt=\"Krystal Kleen Detail Purity X Advanced Polymer Concentrate Sealant - 150ml\"  \/>\n        <\/a>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__content\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/7392451820?tag=prepmycar-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"Krystal Kleen Detail Purity X Advanced Polymer Concentrate Sealant - 150ml\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n            Krystal Kleen Detail Purity X Advanced Polymer Concentrate Sealant &#8211; 150ml        <\/a>\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__description\">\n            <ul><li>Krystal Kleen Detail Purity X Advanced Polymer Concentrate Sealant. Supplied in 150ml bottle.<\/li><li>PURITY \u2018X\u2019 is an extremely concentrated blend of siloxane polymers. It can be used as an aid to the wash process during the final rinse or can be&#8230;<\/li><li>At dilutions of 10:1 it can be used as a conventional sealant. Apply to the panel via applicator, wait to haze and then buff clear. This will provide&#8230;<\/li><\/ul>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__footer\">\n\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__pricing\">\n            \n            \n                    <\/div>\n\n                <a class=\"aawp-button aawp-button--buy aawp-button aawp-button--amazon rounded shadow aawp-button--icon aawp-button--icon-amazon-black\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/7392451820?tag=prepmycar-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"Check Price On Amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">Check Price On Amazon<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n    \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you don\u2019t have access to a pressure washer, an even easier option would be a spray sealant such as <strong>Gtechniq C2 V3<\/strong>, which is a ready to use spray sealant, which also provides UV protection.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Gtechniq-C2V3-Liquid-Crystal.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5959\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Gtechniq-C2V3-Liquid-Crystal.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Gtechniq-C2V3-Liquid-Crystal-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Gtechniq-C2V3-Liquid-Crystal-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Gtechniq-C2V3-Liquid-Crystal-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Gtechniq-C2V3-Liquid-Crystal-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Gtechniq-C2V3-Liquid-Crystal-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Gtechniq-C2V3-Liquid-Crystal-788x525.jpg 788w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Gtechniq-C2V3-Liquid-Crystal-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"aawp\">\n\n            \n            \n<div class=\"aawp-product aawp-product--horizontal\"  data-aawp-product-asin=\"B00CE03HYA\" data-aawp-product-id=\"3690\" data-aawp-tracking-id=\"prepmycar-21\" data-aawp-product-title=\"Gtechniq C2V3 Ceramic Sealant for Cars Protect Car Paintwork Trim Tyres and Windows High Shine Easy to Apply - 500ml  Sufficient for 2-3 Large Cars\" data-aawp-geotargeting=\"true\" data-aawp-click-tracking=\"title\">\n\n    \n    <div class=\"aawp-product__thumb\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__image-link\"\n           href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/B00CE03HYA?tag=prepmycar-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"Gtechniq C2V3 Ceramic Sealant for Cars, Protect Car Paintwork, Trim, Tyres and Windows, High Shine, Easy to Apply - 500ml (Sufficient for 2-3 Large Cars)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aawp-product__image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31xevGrL2OL.jpg\" alt=\"Gtechniq C2V3 Ceramic Sealant for Cars, Protect Car Paintwork, Trim, Tyres and Windows, High Shine, Easy to Apply - 500ml (Sufficient for 2-3 Large Cars)\"  \/>\n        <\/a>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__content\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/B00CE03HYA?tag=prepmycar-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"Gtechniq C2V3 Ceramic Sealant for Cars, Protect Car Paintwork, Trim, Tyres and Windows, High Shine, Easy to Apply - 500ml (Sufficient for 2-3 Large Cars)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n            Gtechniq C2V3 Ceramic Sealant for Cars, Protect Car Paintwork, Trim, Tyres and Windows, High Shine, Easy to Apply &#8211; 500ml (Sufficient for 2-3 Large Cars)        <\/a>\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__description\">\n            <ul><li>DIRT AND WATER REPELLENT: For unrivaled protection and a premium finish to your car\u2019s bodywork, look to Gtechniq and their dirt and water repelling&#8230;<\/li><li>EASY TO APPLY: If you\u2019re unfamiliar with applying a ceramic coating, then the C2 Ceramic Sealant. Ensure your car is thoroughly clean and dry, and&#8230;<\/li><li>SCIENTIFICALLY WEATHER TESTED &#8211; extensive tests both in the lab and real world, show the coating gives outstandingly high levels of swirl resistance&#8230;<\/li><\/ul>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__footer\">\n\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__pricing\">\n            \n            \n            <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/aawp\/assets\/img\/icon-check-prime.svg\" height=\"16\" width=\"55\" alt=\"Amazon Prime\" \/>        <\/div>\n\n                <a class=\"aawp-button aawp-button--buy aawp-button aawp-button--amazon rounded shadow aawp-button--icon aawp-button--icon-amazon-black\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/B00CE03HYA?tag=prepmycar-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"Check Price On Amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">Check Price On Amazon<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n    \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Marine coatings can also be used on caravans, these tend to be more expensive, but are specifically designed for gel coat surfaces. Gtechniq have a range of marine coatings which may be worth looking in to.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">How to Clean a Caravan<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">We\u2019ve amassed quite a shopping list so far, but it\u2019s worth noting that all of the aforementioned products can also be used on cars, so any purchases won\u2019t go to waste. It\u2019s best if you can do this in the shade. If that\u2019s not possible, avoid working in the hottest part of the day.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Start with the Wheels<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">As with cleaning cars, I like to start with the wheels as this gets what is often the dirtiest part of the job out of the way first. If your caravan has alloy wheels, check out our helpful article on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/how-to-clean-alloy-wheels\/\">how to clean your alloy wheels<\/a>. If your caravan has plastic hubcaps, spray your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/best-alloy-wheel-cleaners\/\">wheel cleaner<\/a> onto the surface of the wheel and agitate with a detailing brush.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You can then spray some Surfex HD onto the tyres and scrub with a hard brush. I find a mix of 4 parts water and 1 part Surfex HD has more than enough cleaning power to clean tyres. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Cleaning tyres not only improves the overall appearance, but any tyre dressing we apply will last longer on a clean tyre. Rinse the wheel down with either your hose or pressure washer and move on to the next wheel.&nbsp; &nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-03-1.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-03-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3680\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-03-1.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-03-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-03-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-03-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-03-1-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-03-1-788x591.jpg 788w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-03-1-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Move onto the Prewash Stage<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Start by grabbing your safety glasses and use your hose or pressure washer to give the caravan a rinse to remove any loose debris. Next cover the caravan in your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/best-car-snow-foam\/\">snow foam<\/a>. Leave this sitting for a few moments and rinse off.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you\u2019re using a pressure washer to rinse, be careful not to hold the tip too close to any decals or seals. A loose seal might let some water in and cause damp to become an issue, especially on older caravans. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Keeping your lance approximately 18 \u2013 24 inches from the surface will prevent the damage of seals and decals. If your has any greenery growing from the roof, now is the best time to remove as much as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-01.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-01.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3678\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-01.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-01-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-01-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-01-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-01-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-01-788x591.jpg 788w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-01-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Full Contact Wash<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">With your prewash done, it\u2019s time to don your wash mitt and whatever shampoo you choose to use and get cracking with the contact wash. Pressure washing alone won\u2019t remove all traces of dirt from the surface, so this is a necessary step.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-05.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3682\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-05.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-05-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-05-767x431.jpg 767w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-05-1536x863.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-05-2048x1151.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-05-788x442.jpg 788w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-05-600x337.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">After each pass, remember to wash your mitt out with running water from the hose, or if you prefer, have a separate bucket full of clean water. I prefer to use running water but keeping the mitt clean is the main thing.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-06.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-06.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-06-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-06-767x431.jpg 767w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-06-1536x863.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-06-2048x1151.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-06-788x442.jpg 788w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-06-600x337.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">With the caravan clean (or as clean as you can get it), dry the surface using a microfibre drying towel.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-07.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-07.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3684\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-07.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-07-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-07-767x431.jpg 767w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-07-1536x863.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-07-2048x1151.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-07-788x442.jpg 788w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-07-600x337.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Finally, Polish and Protect<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The motorhome you see pictures off belongs to a customer of mine. As you can see, the roof creates a huge amount of dirt and grime that you need to remove. Failure to do so can cause issues to the bodywork later down the line.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"500\" height=\"254\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-11-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3689\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-11-1.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-11-1-1024x520.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-11-1-768x390.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-11-1-1536x780.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-11-1-2048x1040.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-11-1-788x400.jpg 788w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-11-1-598x304.jpg 598w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you plan to use a polish such as SRP, apply a small amount of product to a microfibre applicator and work in small overlapping circles. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Spread the product thinly. O<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">nce you see it start to haze, simply buff away with a clean microfibre towel. Work your way around the vehicle, most surfaces can be polished including plastic windows, but avoid touching any rubber seals.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SRP is a highly versatile product, so you will likely be able to work around most of the caravan before you need to buff off. You can also apply this product via a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/best-car-polisher\/\">machine polisher<\/a> which will make it less work on your arm if you decide to do this.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-09.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3686\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-09.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-09-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-09-767x431.jpg 767w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-09-1536x863.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-09-2048x1151.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-09-788x442.jpg 788w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-09-600x337.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">With the vehicle polished, make a cup tea and admire your work so far. You can choose to stop here if you like, but it\u2019s best to add some longer-lasting protection.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Before I start the next step, I grabbed some panel wipe to remove any of the residues from the polish. This isn\u2019t essential and may seem counter-intuitive, but any wax or sealant will bond best to clean, bare paint i.e. no polish residue present. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">I wanted to give my customer\u2019s vehicle protection for as long as possible, so I opted to take the time to include this step. I<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">t\u2019s an optional step, and you\u2019ll still get good results if you skip it, but you&#8217;ve come this far, and you may as well see the job right.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">We\u2019re now ready to apply our protection. If you\u2019re using a paste wax, lightly dampen your applicator pad (can be wax or foam) and apply a small amount of wax to it. Less is more here, if you place your pad into the wax and turn it 90 degrees, this should be enough wax to cover an area of about 1 square metre.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It\u2019s easiest to work in small sections. Everyone has slightly different ways of doing things, but I find working in an area of about 1 metre squared at a time is easiest. Gently apply the wax using small overlapping motions. You don\u2019t need to use too much pressure, just enough to transfer the wax onto the paintwork.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more info on this, I&#8217;ve written a step by step guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/how-to-wax-a-car\/\">how to apply car wax<\/a>, which I thoroughly recommend that you check out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Each wax has a different \u2018curing time\u2019, i.e. the time you wait for it to bond to the paint. For most waxes, this will be between 5 and 15 minutes but check the instructions on whatever product you\u2019re using.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Once you think the time required has passed you can do a \u2018finger test\u2019. Wipe one finger through the wax, if it comes off clear, it\u2019s ready to buff off, if it smears off, you can leave it a few minutes more. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">To buff off, use a clean, microfibre cloth and gently wipe away any residue. Repeat around the caravan. Everyone will miss some residue when wiping off, so a good tip is to look along the line of the caravan from back to front to spot. This is better than looking directly at the surface.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Finishing Touches to trim and externals<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Congratulations on making it this far! <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Spending the time to polish and protect your caravan will prolong the usable life and is a great way to take care of your investment. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">There are a few final things you can do to spruce up the exterior, plastic trim can sometimes become faded due to sun bleaching. CarPro Pearl is an easy to use a product that can be used to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/best-wet-look-tyre-dressing\/\">dress trims and tyres<\/a>. It can be used neat or can be diluted to suit your needs.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-08.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3685\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-08.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-08-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-08-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-08-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-08-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-08-788x591.jpg 788w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-08-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Applying a trim and tyre dressing takes very little time compared to the rest of the job, but it makes a big difference to the appearance. You can also apply a rubber dressing such as Pearl to rubber seals around the windows of your caravan. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Now feel free to step back and admire your hard work.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-10.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-10.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-10.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-10-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-10-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-10-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-10-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-10-788x591.jpg 788w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/How-to-clean-your-Caravan-10-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Specific Points for Motorhomes<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Everything I&#8217;ve talked about so far in my guide on how to clean a caravan can also be applied to Motorhome cabs. However, these are usually from a van and therefore have paint instead of gel coat. These can often go a faded off-white over time, so motorhome owners may want to do some additional polishing on their cab. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">First, you may want to clay bar your cab to remove any contamination in the paint, this will give you some guidance on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/how-to-use-a-clay-bar\/\">best way to use a clay bar.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You can use a product like Super Resin Polish, or if your paint is quite faded, you\u2019ll get better results with a compound like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/meguiars-ultimate-compound-review\/\">Meguiar\u2019s Ultimate Compound<\/a>. You can apply this in the same way you apply SRP. After polishing, follow the same techniques mentioned above to protect the paint.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">How to Clean a Caravan Summary&#8230;&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">We can sum up this article with a few key points to remember:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Regular cleaning and protection of your caravan or motorhome are essential to keeping it looking good for as long as possible.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Safety first; don\u2019t use ladders unless you are confident you can do so safely and remember to take regular breaks when working on your caravan. Jobs are much bigger than working on a car and can take as much as 5 times the amount of work.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Many car care products can be used on caravans, but it is best to avoid traffic film removers and abrasive compounds.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Thanks for taking the time to read this article, if you have any comments, questions (or criticisms), you can contact me through my website at eastantrimdetailing.co.uk<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">FAQ<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"wp-faq-schema-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-faq-schema-items\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>How do you clean the inside of a caravan?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>You can use standard household products to clean the inside of your caravan.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>How do I get my caravan to shine again?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Thorough cleaning of your caravan, followed by polishing and waxing, will help to restore your caravan to original shine.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Can you stand on a caravan roof to clean it?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Standing on your caravan roof can cause seals to be weakened and leaks to occur. You should check with the vehicle manufacturer before standing on your roof.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>How do I get rid of green algae in a caravan?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p> A thorough prewash will help to break down green algae. You can use snowfoam, or a citrus pre-wash to eat away at the algae. Then rinse using a pressure wash or a garden hose. You\u2019ll then need to do a contact wash. You can learn all the steps to this in the article.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>What is the best caravan cleaner?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>I like to start with Bilt Hamber Auto Foam as a prewash, and then use a standard car shampoo to wash the surfaces. <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Can I use car wax on my caravan?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Yes, you can, it will help preserve the appearance of your caravan. 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