How to clean and wash walls

Wall washing is an important part of cleaning. This is because walls are often clogged up by oil or wood furnaces. Modern homes don't have to do this as often, but it is still a necessary task.

CLEANING TIP: Did you know that dust can harbor allergens, chemicals, and germs? It is important to clean up dust regularly. It is crucial to get the dust off surfaces and out of our homes!

Dust First, if Necessary

You might want to dust your walls before you wash them. We have found that a dry mop pad works well on large wall cleaners. A dry microfiber mop pad can also be used as a floor cleaner. This works well if you only need to dust the edges and corners.

These are the methods we recommend and use. Choose one that suits you best.

Microfiber Cleaning Cloth

Spot clean using microfiber cleaning cloths. Add about 1/2 teaspoon castile soap or dish soap to a container. Fill the container with 6 cups of warm, filtered water. Start from the top and work your way down. As you work, take small sections and dry them using a microfiber cloth.

Castile Soap + Baking Soda

Add 1 teaspoon of baking soda to the above recipe and procedure if you have stubborn marks or scratches. Baking soda will give you a little more scrubbing power and cleaning power.

Large Wall/Floor Washer

It is important to keep dust out of your home, especially if there are allergies. This large wall washer is excellent for dusting walls and can also be used as a floor washer. Cotton terrycloth mop cloths are great for cleaning floors and walls. This tool is multi-functional - you can use it on floors and walls!

• Make sure to gather your supplies. It all depends on the method you choose.
• Dust corners and edges: Get rid of any dust or cobwebs that may be hiding in high and low places.
• Dust the walls: Once you have brushed the edges and corners, look for any blemishes on the walls.
• You can choose to spot clean or wash the walls.

TIP: Use flat paint throughout your house. There are a few reasons we love how it washes. Keep a small amount of extra paint on hand to use as a quick touch-up with a small roller. Flat paint is able to blend paint seamlessly. However, semi-gloss or eggshell paints can cause paint to show, so it's better to paint the whole wall.