{"id":458,"date":"2020-03-13T19:36:31","date_gmt":"2020-03-13T19:36:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drywallindianapolis.com\/blog\/?p=458"},"modified":"2024-05-04T14:26:48","modified_gmt":"2024-05-04T14:26:48","slug":"what-can-i-use-to-safely-clean-my-walls","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drywallindianapolis.com\/blog\/what-can-i-use-to-safely-clean-my-walls\/","title":{"rendered":"What Can I Use to Safely Clean My Walls?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Have your interior walls seen better days? Are they starting\nto look more like an interpretive finger painting? If so, there is still hope.\nYou can get your level 5 drywall and paint finish back in just a matter of minutes.\nAll you need are the right supplies and the proper knowledge. Continue reading\nto learn what items and supplies you can use to clean your home\u2019s walls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How to Clean Stains on Walls<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Because there is more than one type of wall stain, you will likely\nneed to use more than one type of cleaning method or solution. Each type of\nwall stain requires a different method of cleaning, so it is important to pay\nattention to what you are using. Common wall stains include water stains, smoke\nstains, dirt stains, and mold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Water Stains<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To treat water stains, you will need a soft sponge, a large bucket,\nclean water, household liquid bleach, and most importantly, a shellac or\noil-based primer and some wall paint to match your existing shade. Combine\nequal parts of water and bleach, and apply to the stains using a soft sponge.\nYou can choose to transfer your solution to a spray bottle for better control\nand convenience. Allow the solution to dry on the wall stain, and then apply a\nshellac or oil-based primer to cover the stain. Once the primer is dry, apply\nyour paint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Smoke Stains<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For major smoke damage, professional renovation may be\nnecessary, but as for minor to moderate staining, you will need a chemical dry\ncleaning sponge, a regular soft sponge, rubbing alcohol, and a floor fan. Use\nthe chemical dry cleaning sponge to wipe the soot and char away. Apply moderate\npressure to avoid smudging and smearing. Start side to side, and then top to\nbottom. This step may take some repeating. Once you have removed as much soot\nand char as possible, wet the standard soft sponge with rubbing alcohol and\ngently wipe the walls clean. This step may also take some repeating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Everyday Dirt and Grease<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Everything from fingers and pet dander, to dust, dead insects, and more, can cause dirt stains on walls. To remove a dirt stain, slightly dampen a chemical dry cleaning sponge, such as a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser, and then using gentle pressure, wipe the smudge away in a circular motion. Finish by using a standard soft sponge and rubbing alcohol to gently wipe the wall clean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes walls are too dirty to clean, in which case, you\nwill likely be better off outsourcing professional drywall replacement. Contact\na local Indianapolis drywall company for a free quote to get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indianapolis Drywall Replacement You Can Trust<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Call Drywall by Renso at 317-269-7319<\/strong> for licensed Indianapolis drywall services<\/a> you can afford. We are experienced drywall contractors who offer a wide range of residential and commercial drywall service, including repair, replacement, installation, new home construction, metal stud framing, custom drywall texture, grid ceilings, and much more. Call 317-269-7319 to request a free estimate, today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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