Keeping Your Motorhome Clean

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As heard on Caravan Radio

 

The Showroom Shine

The Roof

Let’s talk about the one part of your van you probably haven't looked at in months: the roof. I actually noticed mine from the deck of a ferry to Barra recently and thought, 'What a disgrace!' A dirty roof isn't just an eyesore; it’s a breeding ground for moss and algae that eats away at your skylight seals and causes those stubborn black streaks down the sides of your van."

When tackling the roof, safety is everything. Use a sturdy telescopic ladder and a long-reach brush. My go-to for this is Muk Junkie Caravan and Motorhome Cleaner. Just wet the roof, spray it on, and let it do its thing for a few minutes to break down that grime. Give it a light agitate, don’t forget the solar panels! A clean panel is 20% more efficient than a dirty one. Muk Junkie is tough on the green algae and grime but gentle on your plastics and graphics. Rinse it down and watch the grime slide away. When dry use an automotive wax to protect the surface, your van will thank you in the long run.

 Grab your cleaner at mukjunkie.shop and get that roof gleaming!"

The Bodywork

The sides of your motorhome or caravan take a beating from road salt, traffic film, and the dreaded black streaks. But here’s the thing: you don’t need a separate arsenal of chemicals to get them gleaming. The same Muk Junkie Caravan and Motorhome Cleaner you used on the roof is your best friend. Now, I get asked all the time: 'Is it safe for my decals?' Absolutely! Whether it's factory graphics or custom wraps, this stuff is engineered to be tough on green algae and grime while remaining completely gentle on your plastics and vinyl."

Just wet the walls, spray it on, and let it do its thing. You'll see it start to lift the dirt without stripping your wax. Give it a light agitate with a soft brush or cleaning mitt, then rinse. No harsh scrubbing required, and no risk of peeling back the edges of your graphics. Rinse down each panel and when dry use an automotive wax to seal in that clean shine.

"Keep those walls bright and your decals looking like new. It’s the easiest way to keep your van’s value up. Get yours at mukjunkie.shop and let’s get those vans shining!"

 The "Clear View" Window & Seal Care

Let’s talk about the parts of your van that actually let the light in, the windows and those crucial rubber seals. If you’re using harsh household cleaners here, you’re playing a dangerous game with your acrylics."

Start with the seals. These rubber gaskets keep the rain out, but they trap grit and algae that can eventually cause leaks. The trick is simple: wet the area, and clean out any grime that has collected in the seals, use a soft brush or sponge to get into those grooves. It’s completely safe on the rubber and lifts the grime without drying out the seal. My go to for the seals is a general silicon spray, it’s easy to apply it helps keep the seals soft and water resistant.

Now for the windows. Remember, these aren't glass they're plastic. You need a cleaner like Motorhome/Caravan Acrylic Window Cleaner that’s safe for acrylic to avoid that 'cloudy' look. Spray it on, give it a gentle wipe, and rinse with plenty of water. No scrubbing, no scratches, just a crystal-clear view."

Take care of your windows and they’ll take care of your view. It’s the finishing touch on every great van.

 Wheel & Tyre Care

You’ve got the outside of your van looking mint, but don't hit the roads with dull wheels and brown tyres. Your wheels take the most abuse from UV light, road salt and brake dust, and if you’re using the wrong chemicals, you could be damaging your alloys."

For a safe, professional finish, I use Muk Junkie’sAcid-Free Wheel Cleaner. It’s ready to use right out of the bottle. Just wet the wheel, spray it on, leave it for a few minutes then give it a quick agitate with a brush to lift that baked-on grime. Since it’s acid-free, you don’t have to worry about it eating into your finish. Just rinse it off—and repeat if you’ve been through some serious mud!"

Now, for the finishing touch: The tyres. Once they’re clean and dry, grab a bottle of Muk Junkie Lazy Boy Shine. This stuff is a game-changer. Just spray it directly onto the tyre wall and walk away. No buffing, no fuss—just leave it to develop into a deep, showroom shine while you put the kettle on."

Clean wheels, shiny tyres, and a van that looks brand new from the ground up.  Grab the full kit at mukjunkie.shop and let’s get those vans gleaming!"

The "Bug-Free" Front End

"We’ve all been there. You pull into the campsite after a long summer drive, and the front of your van looks like a bug graveyard. Those baked-on flies aren't just ugly; if you leave them too long, the acidity can actually etch into your paintwork and graphics."

"Standard shampoo usually won't touch them, and you definitely don't want to be scrubbing with anything abrasive. That’s where Muk Junkie Bug Wash comes in. It’s a dedicated formula designed to break down the proteins in those stubborn bug splats. It comes ready to use, so there’s no messing about with mixing."

"The routine is simple: wet the front of the van first to cool the surface. Spray the Bug Wash directly on, let it dwell for a minute, and then give it a light agitate with a soft sponge or brush. You’ll see those bugs just melt away. Give it a final rinse, and your front end is back to a showroom shine."

"Don't let a swarm of flies ruin your vans look. Keep a bottle of Bug Wash in the garage and stay ahead of the grime. Get yours at mukjunkie.shop and keep those fronts gleaming!"

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