How to remove musty smell from lower RV compartment?

Tra8123157
by Tra8123157
culprite Unaware there was a slow leak in compartment for several days - (un)fortunately it pretty much dripped onto a sleeping bag so most water absorbed.
The leak was actually dripping from an overflow valve under the sink in the bathroom cabinet - leaving the compartment ceiling saturated as well. Excess dripping saturated the sleeping bag.
Being a fifth wheel, musty smell is quite prominent. I have baking soda under sink. Dampened floor/ceiling boards may be the problem. Any suggestions?

  7 answers
  • Johnavallance82 Johnavallance82 on Aug 08, 2017

    Try a Dehumidifier - You maybe able to hire one................

  • Ebbjdl Ebbjdl on Aug 08, 2017

    I'd try cat litter. Put it under the sink and leave it for a couple of days. It should absorbed the smell, and do it again with fresh litter. On the first try, sweep out litter, and do it again. Make sure you cover the bottom well. and close the door. Good Luck!

  • Janet Pizaro Janet Pizaro on Aug 08, 2017

    Put tubs of Damp Rid in the RV

  • Amanda Amanda on Aug 08, 2017

    I would clean well and use damp rid. You can also put charcoal to help eliminate the odor.

  • Sandra Sandra on Aug 08, 2017

    Open a bag of charcoal briquettes and leave it in the RV for a while. Absorbs odors and moisture.

  • SandyG SandyG on Aug 08, 2017

    Put some charcoal in a shallow box and set inside the area that wet. Also, on hot, dry days, aim a box fan or whatever size fan will work into the sink base area to make sure are is thoroughly dried out.

  • Gju20063725 Gju20063725 on Aug 09, 2017

    Coffee grounds will help too