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static caravan parks are located by the sea, which only adds
to the problem of over wintering because of the damp which
may promote mould growth.
One tip to beat the damp in the air is to use washing up bowls
full of cooking salt. Usually one at each end of the caravan
is sufficient, but you may also play safe by adding small
plastic bowls spread around the rooms.
When you return to re-open the
caravan, the salt will have extracted lots of water from the
air into the salt bowl.
If possible remove interior cushions and curtains
and store at home somewhere dry. If you are unable to do that,
then prop up seat cushions and pull away from sidewalls to
allow free-flow of air. Also leave all the caravan doors open
to allow air flow.
As there are no curtains to keep out the light, make sure
all furnishing are covered with a thin bed sheet to avoid
fading in sunlight.
Remove all food items from cupboards especially
tins as they will leave a rusty ring on the shelf. Clean and
empty refrigerator and leave the door open a few inches for
ventilation. Clean and de-grease the hob and oven.
You may need to contact a competent person
for this job or ask the park maintenance.
Turn off mains water and disconnect (just in case someone
tries to turn it back on). Open all the caravan drain taps
under the caravan, then run off any water. Empty the hot water
boiler and ensure there is no water inside.
Open the taps in the sinks/showers etc and
blow through the pipes making sure excess water leaves the
system via the open drain values under the caravan. Leave
all taps open. Flush toilets inside to empty the cistern.
Place a small amount of de-icer in the toilet bowl, cistern
and all sink plug holes.
Remove any clock or smoke alarm batteries
that might corrode over the winter. Fit new batteries in the
spring. Gas cylinders should be removed and stored in a cool,
well ventilated location, preferably not in the caravan.
If you can afford to, leave an oil filled
radiator on low heat on a timer for the cold nights, it will
save you loads of problems.
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