As a homeowner investing your hard earned money into a drastic new interior paint job, you want to make sure your walls are always in tip-top-shape. After your painting project has been done, you will want to routinely clean the surface from looking dirty and dingy to keep them looking their best. You will want to ensure that you are cleaning them the right way so that no damage is caused. Here are a few steps you can follow:
Determine the Paint Used
Prevently the most important step is determining what kind of paint was used. This helps you understand which paint holds up the best. For example, a semi-gloss or glossy enamel paint will withhold the best to washing, wherhas satin, flat, or eggshell latex paints do not. So you’d want to wash these walls less frequently and scrub less vigorously.
Dust the Walls Before Cleaning
Walls, corners, and ceilings accumulate dust, webs, and debris. A microfiber cloth is best used to remove them. The walls should not be wet until you have dusted them or the dirt will be matted into the surface.
Clean the Wall with Mild Cleaners
You should start by choosing a cloth that is soft/gentle. You can make your own cleaner by mixing warm water and mild liquid dish soap. It is recommended to start from the top towards the ceiling and work your way down the wall. There may be areas you notice that are so dirty the soap and water mixture does not get the job done. Diluted ammonia, vinegar, or baking soda can be a second option. Its critical this is only used as needed. Always remember to use a soft clean cloth and not an abrasive scrubbing brush, it will cause the paint to peel or streak.
Dry Walls After Each Section
The last step you want to pay attention to is patting the wall dry with a towel after completing each section. If weather permits you can open a window and use a fan to help dry the walls. This step helps prevent excess water from damaging your paint and drywall.
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