Tips for cleaning a painted wall

Remember that moment when your kids proudly run to get you to showcase their artwork on your wall? Albeit it is the same moment you try to balance between a smile and a cry for help. You start wondering how you are going to get the crayon marks off without messing the paint, and leaving it that way is not an option. Well, today you are in luck; all you have to stress about now is how to know whether the drawing is a giraffe or a lizard. Generally, whether you are a parent or not; it is vital for you to know how to clean your walls.

Stains happen, they are part of life. And again, you might shift to a new home and don’t have the resources to renovate, cleaning the walls will hugely help improve the look. With that said though, there should be a fine line between knowing when to renovate and when cleaning is needed. Good news is, paint is very reliable and long lasting. Therefore, it is a healthy habit to maintain it. Prevention is better than cure; so, if your walls are still in a good state, ensure to keep it that way. Don’t wait until they scream ‘wash me’, simply act on stains as soon as they happen. Knowing how to clean your wall literally puts you a step forward than most people, it’s an important yet a much-underrated task. Here are ways you can show some love to your walls.

Dust the walls

This is the first thing you do before involving water and a cleaner and actually, the easiest way to restore your paint job. If your walls are not in a bad condition, just vacuuming the ceiling and walls will cut it. While vacuuming is the most popular method, there are alternatives that you can choose from. You could use a microfiber cloth to wipe, a mop, a lambswool duster, or a broom covered with a towel. Before you start dusting, remember to cover your furniture and if possible, pull them away from the wall. There are various patterns of dusting that will get the work done. You can try moving along the wall in a ‘W’ pattern. This is where you start at the top of one corner, then move down and over, then up and over in a continuous motion. Nevertheless, choose the one that suits you best.

Take care of stains

After dusting you can now introduce water and detergents. However, instead of washing the entire wall (which may be very unnecessary) or work blindly, it is best to start with stains. Deal with them individually. It’s not rocket science to know what works for crayon stain will not do it for grease and oil. Here are some ways you can deal with some stains:

How to remove crayon stain

Removing crayon stain is actually easier than it looks. Moreover, there are so many ways you can carefully take care of the stain. Some of the methods are so easy you will hardly require any elbow grease. For instance, simply rub some mayonnaise on the crayon marks. Come back after a few minutes and all you’ll have to do is wipe the wall with a damp cloth. And hurray! Your wall is spotless. Alternatively, turn to your all-purpose cleaner, vinegar. It is one of the best ways to remove crayon stain. The acid in it breaks down both the wax and pigment components of the crayon. You can use your blow dryer or disposable cleaning erasers.

How to remove grease and oil stains

Oil stain is as damaging as other stains; in fact, it can degrade your wall so bad making it look very ugly. The stain comes in contact with your walls in many walls. It can be just from body oil or while you are cooking it gets a splash, doesn’t really matter. Good news, any decent dishwashing soap can remove the grease stain. All you have to do is mix some dish soap and water, then wipe. If the stain is stubborn, you can make a mixture of vinegar, baking soda and a gallon of water. Wipe the solution over the walls with a cloth or sponge, and rinse.

Removing water stain

Leaky ceiling and basements mostly lead to watermarks and stains on your painted walls. They are very unsightly and can be very tough to remove. After solving the problem that’s causing the leakage, you can then take care of the stain. Create a cleaning mixture to rid the stain. Take a gallon of warm water and add a mixture of 1 cup of white distilled vinegar, ½ a cup of ammonia and 1 cup of baking soda. Clean the wall with the mixture using a clean cloth. If the damage to your paint is too much, you may have to cover it.

Clean fingerprints

If you live in a house, you can easily stain them with a touch of dirty hands. You will have the best results in keeping your walls rid of fingerprint stain as soon as they happen. With that considered, you will be grateful to always have a packet of baby wipes. They are designed to clean skin and will often break down the oils in fingerprints and clean them off surprisingly well. If the stain has set, you can make a mixture of ammonia and warm water. Using a microfiber cloth, use a circular motion to scrub gently. Then dry immediately after rinse.

Removing molds

Having mold grow on your walls is not only unsightly but also unhealthy, especially for an asthmatic person. Prepare for cleaning by removing the future around the affected place. Then wear protective gloves, goggles, and a mask to prevent breathing the fungi. Start by mixing water and detergent in a spray bottle. Spray the area and scrub the mold off with a rug. Next, make a solution of 1 part bleach to two parts water and spray on the affected area. Leave it for some time—bleach kills fungi, then rinse with a spray bottle with water. Dry with a clean towel.

Those are some ways you can keep your walls clean and stainless. Ensure to check on your walls from time to time, to prevent a tough time when cleaning later.

 

 

 

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