How do I clean my car hood

smartiepants

Hi
Can anyone suggest an effective and easy way to clean the algae and mould that is beginning to form on the hood of my car , it is a 3yr old Renault Megane. Thanks in advance.

ooo000ooo

is it a convertible? If so have a look at Autoglyms range for vinyl cleaner which cleans and seals convertible roofs. You'd need to check that it's compatible with whatever material it's made of. It's also good for waterproofing your gloves if you're a biker and makes them smell nice.

smartiepants

ooo000ooo wrote:

is it a convertible? If so have a look at Autoglyms range for vinyl cleaner which cleans and seals convertible roofs. You'd need to check that it's compatible with whatever material it's made of. It's also good for waterproofing your gloves if you're a biker and makes them smell nice.

Yes it is a convertable! and the hood is made from a canvas sort of fabric, the mould and/or algae is not too bad, but I just don't want it to get a hold,

Debt_Free_Chick

I'll second the Autoglym suggestion. It's not cheap, but it's effective. There's a Fabric Roof Cleaner kit - cleaner plus sponge-thingy. And then, to prevent future problems, a Fabric Roof Protector.

They stock it in Halfords and good car dealers. A Merc dealer will almost certainly have the fulll range. Or use the search facility on the Autoglym website here.

You need the Cleaner first and then the Protector. JFDI

smartiepants

I really appreciate the replies guys, thanks a lot. xx

Middlers

I find the best product is 303 range of cleaners and protectants and use them on my soft top.

http://www.wwc.co.uk/acatalog/copy_of_CARE_AND_REPAIR.html

innovate

BMW do a special convertible hood cleaner which is excellent. Like the Autoglym, it isn't cheap (don't know how their prices / efficiencies compare) but cheaper than a new hood......

smartiepants

Thanks innovate, I will give them a call and find out their prices against Autoglym, I am also going to try and get some samples from 303, If I receive any I will let you know.

vansboy

https://www.meguiars.co.uk

Best range of car cleaning products.

VB

smartiepants

Update
I have asked 303 for samples and had a reply, no samples available, pity about that.
Thanks for all the replies .xx