Cleaning a campervan means treating it like a small home, with attention to the upholstery, kitchen area and the damp that builds up when a camper is shut up between trips. There is far more to it than a car: soft furnishings, curtains, a kitchen and often a washroom all need care. The biggest ongoing battle is moisture, which causes the musty smell campers are prone to.
More than a vehicle to clean
A campervan or motorhome combines a vehicle cab with a living space, so it has cushions, mattresses, curtains, blinds, a kitchen and storage that all collect dirt and odours. Cooking smells, outdoor mud and the close quarters mean things build up quickly. Cleaning it properly means working through it room by room, much as you would a small flat.
Upholstery and soft furnishings
These hold smells and need deep cleaning.
- Vacuum cushions, mattresses and seating thoroughly, including underneath.
- Steam clean fabric upholstery to lift odours and freshen it.
- Wash or air curtains and blinds, which absorb cooking and damp smells.
- Check storage areas and lockers, where damp and crumbs hide.
Kitchen and washroom hygiene
The kitchen area needs proper hygienic cleaning: the hob, sink, surfaces and fridge all collect grease and food residue. If there is a washroom, it needs sanitising too. These areas benefit from steam cleaning, which sanitises without harsh chemicals in a confined living space. Empty and clean water tanks and waste systems as part of a full clean.
Beat the damp and musty smell
Campers shut up between trips are prone to condensation and damp, which leads to that classic musty smell and even mould. Clean thoroughly, then air the camper out completely and make sure everything is dry before closing it up. Moisture absorbers in storage help over winter. If mould has appeared, it needs proper treatment rather than just wiping.
Trip-ready cleaning that comes to you
We deep clean campervans and motorhomes inside, including steam cleaning the upholstery and tackling damp smells, across Derby and the East Midlands. Get a quote before your next trip or before storing it for winter.
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