Thread: Stinky Swag

Is the bottom of the swag PVC or some sort of plastic, if so this can cause the problem, I store mine unrolled on top of a spare bed (canvas bottom), if yours has a pvc base store it hanging up, like a suit, or with the PVC uppermost, try some Fabreeze upholstery deodouriser, if this dont work wash swag and mattress in cold water with a very mild soap, non-caustic, hang out to dry in the shade, NOT the sun, give it a go with the Fabreeze again and if that dont work get in touch with a canvas works or tent maker and get their advice, good luck, Regards Frank.

We have the same problem with a tent that got 'stored' wet and was forgotten about when we moved house.

I did the same thing and hung it on the line for weeks but it still smelt. I was going to try a spray bottle full of water with a bit of vanilla essence in it. That generally gets rid of most smells and I don't think it will ruin the fabric/canvas in any way.

No difference I guess to using one of those fabric air fresher sprays that you can get for carpet etc, I just figure the vanilla essence would be a cheaper option as it may need a few sprays.

Originally Posted by Nat130

We have the same problem with a tent that got 'stored' wet and was forgotten about when we moved house.

I did the same thing and hung it on the line for weeks but it still smelt. I was going to try a spray bottle full of water with a bit of vanilla essence in it. That generally gets rid of most smells and I don't think it will ruin the fabric/canvas in any way.

No difference I guess to using one of those fabric air fresher sprays that you can get for carpet etc, I just figure the vanilla essence would be a cheaper option as it may need a few sprays.

Vanilla is a natural mould killer - McKlintocks vanilla fridge wipe - is great for cleaning camp fridges etc as well as around the home. - i dont know how it may effect the dye in canvas though

Vanilla essence- the taxi drivers friend, especially when someone spews in your cab on Saturday night.
It works