Cleaning advice needed

[gussiegus]

I have a Magic Hat with some odd mold that I cannot seem to remove. I have soaked in bleach, scrubbed with several soaps, and it doesn't appear to make a dent. Any ideas?

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[Mirnyj]

Have you tried a magic eraser yet? Sunfading could help too.

[ghouldilocks]

You may want to try giving her a thorough clean on the inside as well. I hope you can tidy her up!

[Elisto]

If it's just the stains left after cleaning the mold/mildew, sunfading should work.

[hathorcat]

I would give sun fading a go as well if a magic eraser does not work. Good luck with her!

[lunar_scythe]

just be careful: sunfading may ruin her symbols even if they are covered, since they react to heat!

[Nonnavlis]

Have you tried a slightly abrasive cleaner like Vim? (It is a general purpose cream/paste cleanser, a little bit like toothpaste with Comet mixed in). I find if it can't get something off a pony (or anything vinyl, really), then nothing will (It'll get things even the magic eraser can't touch sometimes). Of course, as it is slightly abrasive, it is not good to use it on a ponies symbol or eyes (I haven't had any problems, but... I wouldn't recommend it), but I find their porous vinyl isn't hurt by it, and it's certainly better than mold!

I've been using it for years and never wrecked a pony with it (it has not affected their aging either), but as with any new cleaning product and a vintage toy, you should be careful with it if you choose to try some, and test it under a hoof or other inconspicuous area. Also, it will take the "patina" off the vinyl, for lack of a better word. The build up of oils from being handled and stuff that non-porous cleaners often miss. So, the vinyl can look a little duller after using it (magic eraser does this too sometimes).