Believe it or not, painted walls can be washed and should be cleaned regularly to remove handprints, food residue, scuff marks, and more. If you have children, you’re well-acquainted with scrubbing crayon, pencil, and markers from bedroom or living room walls. The cleaning solution you use will depend heavily on the paint’s finish. Semi-gloss or glossy enamel paints stand up better to washing, while flat, satin, and latex paints might fade or rub off. This is why you have to be gentle when cleaning your walls.
Tools You’ll Need
1 microfiber cloth or cellulose sponge
1 gallon of warm water
1/4 cup of liquid dish soap
Step-by-Step Instructions
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1Step 1Water & Sponge
To help preserve the quality of your paint job and the walls themselves, employ the most delicate, gentlest cleaning method with water and a sponge.
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2Step 2Dish Detergent
If you’re getting the desired effect with just water, stick with that. However, if you need to step up your cleaning tactic, add mild dish detergent to the water.
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3Step 3Custom Cleaner
For a more powerful cleaner, grab a spray bottle and mix 1 cup of ammonia, 1/2 cup of vinegar, 1/4 cup of baking soda, and 1 gallon of warm water. Evenly distribute the solution onto the wall and gently rub it with a sponge. Remember, keep your touch light so as not to scrub off any paint.
