assuming flood light style bulb at 65 watts, not more than 9 inches from wall and not more than 16 inches apart should work nicely.
Friday, January 8, 2010
How far from the wall should recessed lights be to correctly white wash the wall?
4'; recessed lightsHow far from the wall should recessed lights be to correctly white wash the wall?
assuming flood light style bulb at 65 watts, not more than 9 inches from wall and not more than 16 inches apart should work nicely.oil production legs makeup
assuming flood light style bulb at 65 watts, not more than 9 inches from wall and not more than 16 inches apart should work nicely.
Can chalk be washed off walls?
just wonderingCan chalk be washed off walls?
sure... it comes off of a chalk boards.. sidewalks.. your hand, your clothes,,,,, why not walls?
Use warm water with a small amount of soap and vinegar.. it will take it right off..Can chalk be washed off walls?
Yes, A sponge and some warm water it should come right off. If the wall still look dirty mix 1 gall of warm water, 1/2 c of ammonia, 1/4 c white vinegar, and 1/4 c baking soda. Wash the wall.
sure... it comes off of a chalk boards.. sidewalks.. your hand, your clothes,,,,, why not walls?
Use warm water with a small amount of soap and vinegar.. it will take it right off..Can chalk be washed off walls?
Yes, A sponge and some warm water it should come right off. If the wall still look dirty mix 1 gall of warm water, 1/2 c of ammonia, 1/4 c white vinegar, and 1/4 c baking soda. Wash the wall.
Any tips for washing painted walls?
without rubbing off the paint?Any tips for washing painted walls?
Great question! I washed my painted walls not too long along.. Try this!
You Will Need:
Ladder
Vacuum cleaner with brush attachment
Mild detergent
Sponge
Water
Bucket
Dry towel
Plastic drop cloth
The Cleaning Process:
1. Begin by lining the floor with plastic where you鈥檒l be working to prevent damage from excess water or spills.
2. Use your vacuum鈥檚 brush attachment to remove loose dirt and cobwebs. Do not push the brush onto the wall surface, as loose dirt may smudge and leave marks. Allow the vacuum鈥檚 suction to lift the dirt away from the wall.
3. Start at the top of the wall. You鈥檒l want to clean from side to side and from the top to bottom in sections as you work around the room.
4. Fill the bucket half to two thirds full of warm water.
5. Add just enough detergent to create a few bubbles when the water is agitated. Adding too much soap will cause the walls to become sticky and attract more dirt.
6. Dip the sponge in the water and squeeze out excess water.
7. Wipe the wall down as explained in step three, stopping to wet and rinse the sponge frequently.
8. Use the dry towel to wipe up excess moisture as you work.Any tips for washing painted walls?
Adding to Sean's answer - when washing start at the bottom to avoid soil tracks on the wall. Report Abuse
To clean walls, I use 1/2 cup ammonia, 1/4 cup white vinegar, and 1/4 cup washing soda (Arm %26amp; Hammer still makes this, though it is getting harder to find) to one gallon of warm water.
And yes, this can be used on flat paint.
if it's flat paint, (dull,no shine) you can't wash it. If it has a shine to it, wash it.
Great question! I washed my painted walls not too long along.. Try this!
You Will Need:
Ladder
Vacuum cleaner with brush attachment
Mild detergent
Sponge
Water
Bucket
Dry towel
Plastic drop cloth
The Cleaning Process:
1. Begin by lining the floor with plastic where you鈥檒l be working to prevent damage from excess water or spills.
2. Use your vacuum鈥檚 brush attachment to remove loose dirt and cobwebs. Do not push the brush onto the wall surface, as loose dirt may smudge and leave marks. Allow the vacuum鈥檚 suction to lift the dirt away from the wall.
3. Start at the top of the wall. You鈥檒l want to clean from side to side and from the top to bottom in sections as you work around the room.
4. Fill the bucket half to two thirds full of warm water.
5. Add just enough detergent to create a few bubbles when the water is agitated. Adding too much soap will cause the walls to become sticky and attract more dirt.
6. Dip the sponge in the water and squeeze out excess water.
7. Wipe the wall down as explained in step three, stopping to wet and rinse the sponge frequently.
8. Use the dry towel to wipe up excess moisture as you work.Any tips for washing painted walls?
Adding to Sean's answer - when washing start at the bottom to avoid soil tracks on the wall. Report Abuse
To clean walls, I use 1/2 cup ammonia, 1/4 cup white vinegar, and 1/4 cup washing soda (Arm %26amp; Hammer still makes this, though it is getting harder to find) to one gallon of warm water.
And yes, this can be used on flat paint.
if it's flat paint, (dull,no shine) you can't wash it. If it has a shine to it, wash it.
Best paint that will not come off if you wash the wall with soap and water?
Satin paint is durable and washable. they do sell paints that are intended for scrubbing such as Ben Moore Regal Matte, Duration Home Matte. don鈥檛 use flat that鈥檚 generally a ceiling paint and gloss shows every imperfection. Go to Lowe's or home depot and ask to look at scrubable-washable wall paints they will usually be called a lo-luster, satin, matt, aqua, these are all latex based paints.
Best paint that will not come off if you wash the wall with soap and water?
First, I'd stick with Ben Moore paints because I have found it to be the best. Flat might come off slightly when washing, but if you are inclined to use a Magic Eraser it will take the sheen off the walls of even an Egg Shell finish. So I'm sticking with a flat finish that can easily be touched up again with left over paint. Ben Moore is such a quality paint that you'd have to scrub it an awful lot before you'd see the paint diminish. Best paint that will not come off if you wash the wall with soap and water?
My experience with this is that flat paint comes off if you wash the wall, but any other sheen, like eggshell or satin, stays on the wall very well when you wash or scrub it. The higher the gloss, the easier it is to wash, but you get much shinier than satin, and it's kind of hard to apply.
Just about any interior semi gloss paint can be wiped down. I have used it in my bathroom which gets all steamed up, and it wipes down without any paint coming off.
I would think any name brand semi gloss wall paint. The more gloss the harder the paint surface, therefore the easy er to clean.
I am starting to use kwal liquid vinyl paints,both interior and exterior.I just completed a 3300 sq ft home exterior job,I liked the way it sprayed and layed down.So far I'm pleased.
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Best paint that will not come off if you wash the wall with soap and water?
First, I'd stick with Ben Moore paints because I have found it to be the best. Flat might come off slightly when washing, but if you are inclined to use a Magic Eraser it will take the sheen off the walls of even an Egg Shell finish. So I'm sticking with a flat finish that can easily be touched up again with left over paint. Ben Moore is such a quality paint that you'd have to scrub it an awful lot before you'd see the paint diminish. Best paint that will not come off if you wash the wall with soap and water?
My experience with this is that flat paint comes off if you wash the wall, but any other sheen, like eggshell or satin, stays on the wall very well when you wash or scrub it. The higher the gloss, the easier it is to wash, but you get much shinier than satin, and it's kind of hard to apply.
Just about any interior semi gloss paint can be wiped down. I have used it in my bathroom which gets all steamed up, and it wipes down without any paint coming off.
I would think any name brand semi gloss wall paint. The more gloss the harder the paint surface, therefore the easy er to clean.
I am starting to use kwal liquid vinyl paints,both interior and exterior.I just completed a 3300 sq ft home exterior job,I liked the way it sprayed and layed down.So far I'm pleased.
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I work at a very small Vet office. On slow days, I'm bored. I'm tired of washing walls. Need Ideas!?
Is there something vet-related that you could train on? Would make you a more valuable employee. Or, you could think of marketing ideas for expanding the business. Be creative!
How to wash crayon off glass window and a wall painted with a flat paint?
My daughter drew with crayon all over her window and the wall. How can I wash the crayon off both surfaces?How to wash crayon off glass window and a wall painted with a flat paint?
You can melt the wax off your window with a blow dryer. Wipe it off as it melts with a paper towel.
You could try a blow dryer on your walls, too. Blow dry the wax, then dap it off with a paper towel.
Or you could try a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser on your walls. If you use the Magic Eraser, be very gentle. Matte paint is not durable.
If neither of these work on your walls, you'll have to use sand paper -- which means you'll have to paint the wall.
If you don't have the right color wall paint, I do know a trick. Match the current wall paint as close as possible. Then just paint the one wall from corner to corner. It will look like an exact match.How to wash crayon off glass window and a wall painted with a flat paint?
1. Plain old regular toothpaste, not gel.
2. Baking soda, sprinkle on a moist sponge and go for it.
3. On the window: baby oil, WD40 or mayonnaise....oil breaks down oil. Probably fine for wall but you'll have to wash with dish soap such as Dawn or other cleaner right afterward to remove leftover oil.
4. Vinegar, apply with toothbrush and scrub......
More at this site: http://tipnut.com/21-crayon-busters-how-鈥?/a>
Use acetone. It may take off some of the paint too, so dont overdo it. My son did that with a sharpie, and i tried everything, but that was the only thing that worked.
You can probably wash it off with something like Pine-Sol and then just use a glass cleaner to take the Pine-sol residue off.
get a magic eraser
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If you have some TSP available around the house this will work , or some WD40 also will.
You can melt the wax off your window with a blow dryer. Wipe it off as it melts with a paper towel.
You could try a blow dryer on your walls, too. Blow dry the wax, then dap it off with a paper towel.
Or you could try a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser on your walls. If you use the Magic Eraser, be very gentle. Matte paint is not durable.
If neither of these work on your walls, you'll have to use sand paper -- which means you'll have to paint the wall.
If you don't have the right color wall paint, I do know a trick. Match the current wall paint as close as possible. Then just paint the one wall from corner to corner. It will look like an exact match.How to wash crayon off glass window and a wall painted with a flat paint?
1. Plain old regular toothpaste, not gel.
2. Baking soda, sprinkle on a moist sponge and go for it.
3. On the window: baby oil, WD40 or mayonnaise....oil breaks down oil. Probably fine for wall but you'll have to wash with dish soap such as Dawn or other cleaner right afterward to remove leftover oil.
4. Vinegar, apply with toothbrush and scrub......
More at this site: http://tipnut.com/21-crayon-busters-how-鈥?/a>
Use acetone. It may take off some of the paint too, so dont overdo it. My son did that with a sharpie, and i tried everything, but that was the only thing that worked.
You can probably wash it off with something like Pine-Sol and then just use a glass cleaner to take the Pine-sol residue off.
get a magic eraser
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;鈥?/a>
If you have some TSP available around the house this will work , or some WD40 also will.
How can i wash my wall can i use cleanser or sum thing?
How nasty is your wall!? Any liquid cleanser should do the trick, I like **** %26amp; Span or Mr. Clean.
Wash from the bottom up and follow up with a soft dry cloth.How can i wash my wall can i use cleanser or sum thing?
Depends on if you are washing for cleaning or actually cleaning something off like crayon. For regular cleaning, I use Pine-Sol. For cleaning off something like crayon, I use Magic Eraser. Sometimes, if it's a stubborn crayon color like black or ink, I'll spray some Kaboom! on the Magic Eraser.How can i wash my wall can i use cleanser or sum thing?
I use Mr. Clean Magic Erasers. They take all kinds of things off the walls! Not just regular dirt, but things like Crayon and Marker etc.!
first:::::: put mild detergent and scrub gently for perfection
then start painting your walls and you will never regret itoil production make lip gloss
Wash from the bottom up and follow up with a soft dry cloth.How can i wash my wall can i use cleanser or sum thing?
Depends on if you are washing for cleaning or actually cleaning something off like crayon. For regular cleaning, I use Pine-Sol. For cleaning off something like crayon, I use Magic Eraser. Sometimes, if it's a stubborn crayon color like black or ink, I'll spray some Kaboom! on the Magic Eraser.How can i wash my wall can i use cleanser or sum thing?
I use Mr. Clean Magic Erasers. They take all kinds of things off the walls! Not just regular dirt, but things like Crayon and Marker etc.!
first:::::: put mild detergent and scrub gently for perfection
then start painting your walls and you will never regret it
How can I clean the washing basin of my Kitchen and walls of my house?
The basin in which i wash the plates and other things of my kitchen is looking dull! I often clean it with fairy or other liquid soaps but i want to make it more shining,since it is silver in colour and silver things donot look good if they r not clean.If u know how to make a homemade cleaner then plz! kindly inform me.Its better to tell me abt homemade cleaners.Donot tell me to use any kind of Product!
Although i have plastic paints in my home so it iz possible to make it clean by rubbing a wet peice of cloth.My walls have got some brownish dirts and spots.I need to rub and press to clean them.But how can i clean the whole wall this way?Not Possible!So,tell me how to make some homemade cleaners to clean my walls very easily, so that I donot need to rub and press.My arms ached a lot.Tell me about a homemade cleaner by which i just need to rub gently!Some special guests r coming to my home in this week so i cant paint my home this week coz after painting a smell remains for many days!!How can I clean the washing basin of my Kitchen and walls of my house?
Well if you have bad arms, and cannot clean very well. Then you should buy sugar soap for your walls, With very little rubbing the dirt and stains will come off. For your wash basin , you can make a paste of baking soda and water , this will keep your sink shinny. Hope this helps a littleHow can I clean the washing basin of my Kitchen and walls of my house?
Dry using Comet or a Soft Scrub for the washing basin it really works with lifting stains and rejuvinating the basin with shineness. Also for the walls I use Mr. Clean Magic Eraser that works extremely well with out scrubbing hard. But you might want to also buy a Mr. Clean floor and wall cleaner to use with the magic eraser. :) this works for me :)
For your sink, use salt. For your walls use the white sponge available in supermarts.
soak the sink in biological soap powder and boiling water all stains will lift off and leave the sink shiny
Although i have plastic paints in my home so it iz possible to make it clean by rubbing a wet peice of cloth.My walls have got some brownish dirts and spots.I need to rub and press to clean them.But how can i clean the whole wall this way?Not Possible!So,tell me how to make some homemade cleaners to clean my walls very easily, so that I donot need to rub and press.My arms ached a lot.Tell me about a homemade cleaner by which i just need to rub gently!Some special guests r coming to my home in this week so i cant paint my home this week coz after painting a smell remains for many days!!How can I clean the washing basin of my Kitchen and walls of my house?
Well if you have bad arms, and cannot clean very well. Then you should buy sugar soap for your walls, With very little rubbing the dirt and stains will come off. For your wash basin , you can make a paste of baking soda and water , this will keep your sink shinny. Hope this helps a littleHow can I clean the washing basin of my Kitchen and walls of my house?
Dry using Comet or a Soft Scrub for the washing basin it really works with lifting stains and rejuvinating the basin with shineness. Also for the walls I use Mr. Clean Magic Eraser that works extremely well with out scrubbing hard. But you might want to also buy a Mr. Clean floor and wall cleaner to use with the magic eraser. :) this works for me :)
For your sink, use salt. For your walls use the white sponge available in supermarts.
soak the sink in biological soap powder and boiling water all stains will lift off and leave the sink shiny
I had cracked paint on the walls so i sanded them down to a very smooth finish, then washed down the walls, i?
then was told to seal the walls with a sealer, which i did. then sealer has lossened the paint behind it and dried so now the finish is really poor. what can i do now, please help as im very angry that this has happened.I had cracked paint on the walls so i sanded them down to a very smooth finish, then washed down the walls, i?
Unfortunately there is a lot of duff amateur advice around. I hope you didn't seal your walls with PVA.
Previously painted walls do not need sealing or priming unless they are friable, powdery, unstable. Otherwise you straight emulsion over them.
If you do prime/seal them because they need stabilising then Bullseye 1-2-3 is the stuff to use.
You need to sand you walls down until you hit a surface which is soundly attached to the walls. If you wash the walls down do it with clean water only - you are only removing the dust that could act as a barrier to your new emulsion.
The sealer you put on has loosened the paint underneath either because it was a strong sealer and bit into the paint or the paint underneath it was not soundly attached anyway. Either way, and it is hard for me to judge without seeing it, you can only paint on a soundly attached surface and you have to get back to that. If you have real problems with the surface and have many hours of sanding adhead, then buy or hire a palm sander. Dewalt or Makita are the best and you can get one for 拢60-80 and thereafter you can use it on all your woodwork etc.I had cracked paint on the walls so i sanded them down to a very smooth finish, then washed down the walls, i?
If the paint remains soundly attached you will not need to sand back to the walls. If it is unstable, then yes, you will have to sand back to stability or plaster. Be care not to scratch bare plaster with rough sandpaper and apply very thin emulsion as a first coat primer. Report Abuse
Did you allow the walls to dry for 24 hours before applying the sealer? If not, that's the issue; moisture trapped behind the sealer. Or is it possible that wall has a moisture issue that started the whole problem?
Unfortunately, there is little remedy but to sand the walls again. This time don't wash but just go over them with a damp cloth to get all the sanding dust off and let them dry for a day before moving on.
What product did you use the ';seal'; the walls? I use Zinser's Bull's Eye 123 which is a primer/sealer and have had no issues with it. It can be used outside, inside, with oil base or latex base paints.
Hang in there and you'll get the results you want!
What type of walls?
repaint it ...
Unfortunately there is a lot of duff amateur advice around. I hope you didn't seal your walls with PVA.
Previously painted walls do not need sealing or priming unless they are friable, powdery, unstable. Otherwise you straight emulsion over them.
If you do prime/seal them because they need stabilising then Bullseye 1-2-3 is the stuff to use.
You need to sand you walls down until you hit a surface which is soundly attached to the walls. If you wash the walls down do it with clean water only - you are only removing the dust that could act as a barrier to your new emulsion.
The sealer you put on has loosened the paint underneath either because it was a strong sealer and bit into the paint or the paint underneath it was not soundly attached anyway. Either way, and it is hard for me to judge without seeing it, you can only paint on a soundly attached surface and you have to get back to that. If you have real problems with the surface and have many hours of sanding adhead, then buy or hire a palm sander. Dewalt or Makita are the best and you can get one for 拢60-80 and thereafter you can use it on all your woodwork etc.I had cracked paint on the walls so i sanded them down to a very smooth finish, then washed down the walls, i?
If the paint remains soundly attached you will not need to sand back to the walls. If it is unstable, then yes, you will have to sand back to stability or plaster. Be care not to scratch bare plaster with rough sandpaper and apply very thin emulsion as a first coat primer. Report Abuse
Did you allow the walls to dry for 24 hours before applying the sealer? If not, that's the issue; moisture trapped behind the sealer. Or is it possible that wall has a moisture issue that started the whole problem?
Unfortunately, there is little remedy but to sand the walls again. This time don't wash but just go over them with a damp cloth to get all the sanding dust off and let them dry for a day before moving on.
What product did you use the ';seal'; the walls? I use Zinser's Bull's Eye 123 which is a primer/sealer and have had no issues with it. It can be used outside, inside, with oil base or latex base paints.
Hang in there and you'll get the results you want!
What type of walls?
repaint it ...
How can I wash of Marker and crayon marks from my wall?
My two year old daughter is going through the phase where she is constantly writing on the walls. We rent a condo and are soon moving out. What is the best way to wash off marker and crayon marks from the wall?? Most come from washable markers but some are notHow can I wash of Marker and crayon marks from my wall?
Try some wd-40 it took crayon off my walls. Then I washed the spot with some Dawn dish detergent.How can I wash of Marker and crayon marks from my wall?
I use the Mr. Clean eraser it works really well.
Mr. Clean magic erasers work pretty good have you tried them
Elbow Grease
the mister clean magic eraser will clean both the marker and crayons off the wall. it will also clean ring around the tub. very useful for lots of things, i love them.
rubbing alcohol may help remove the marks. You may want to invest in some markers that color on certain papers.
Mr. Clean Magic Erase should do the trick. If all else fails, try some Comet and a scrubber.
I would use either of these 3 options
Hairspray (The cheaper the better)
wd40
mr clean magic eraser (always have one of these on hand)
good luck!!!!
I often have that same problem. I use Mr. Clean's ';Magic Eraser'; it works really good.
Definitely Magic Eraser made by Mr. Clean, but be careful. Rubbing too hard can scratch off the paint. The Magic Eraser works because it has very fine pores that ';grabs a hold of unwanted scuffs'; But you don't want it to scratch off your paint.
use wd40 oil it does a great job/
Use baking soda on a wet sponge and gently scrub,
For marker use white toothpaste (not gel) and use circular motion to remove.
okay..crayons use a pink eraser..a typical one that you use or still see in school. Marker! Use hairspray..I kno it sounds crazy..but it works..my mom did that all the time when i was young.
Try some wd-40 it took crayon off my walls. Then I washed the spot with some Dawn dish detergent.How can I wash of Marker and crayon marks from my wall?
I use the Mr. Clean eraser it works really well.
Mr. Clean magic erasers work pretty good have you tried them
Elbow Grease
the mister clean magic eraser will clean both the marker and crayons off the wall. it will also clean ring around the tub. very useful for lots of things, i love them.
rubbing alcohol may help remove the marks. You may want to invest in some markers that color on certain papers.
Mr. Clean Magic Erase should do the trick. If all else fails, try some Comet and a scrubber.
I would use either of these 3 options
Hairspray (The cheaper the better)
wd40
mr clean magic eraser (always have one of these on hand)
good luck!!!!
I often have that same problem. I use Mr. Clean's ';Magic Eraser'; it works really good.
Definitely Magic Eraser made by Mr. Clean, but be careful. Rubbing too hard can scratch off the paint. The Magic Eraser works because it has very fine pores that ';grabs a hold of unwanted scuffs'; But you don't want it to scratch off your paint.
use wd40 oil it does a great job/
Use baking soda on a wet sponge and gently scrub,
For marker use white toothpaste (not gel) and use circular motion to remove.
okay..crayons use a pink eraser..a typical one that you use or still see in school. Marker! Use hairspray..I kno it sounds crazy..but it works..my mom did that all the time when i was young.
Which metal leaves a mark on white washed walls ?
leadWhich metal leaves a mark on white washed walls ?
Most metals will leave a mark if you run them down a white wall. Can you be more specific?Which metal leaves a mark on white washed walls ?
WHY DO YOU ASK WHEN YOU KNOW???
nickle
Confused...are you asking or telling us?
I agree with the first one who answers
iron
iron
Most metals will leave a mark if you run them down a white wall. Can you be more specific?Which metal leaves a mark on white washed walls ?
WHY DO YOU ASK WHEN YOU KNOW???
nickle
Confused...are you asking or telling us?
I agree with the first one who answers
iron
iron
If i put fake blood on my bedroom wall, wil it wash off?
i'm planning a halloween party at my house, and to make things creepier, i thought it'd be a good idea to put fake blood all over my bedroom walls. but will it stain?
if so, how to make washable fake blood?
if so, how to make washable fake blood?
How far from the wall should recessed lights be to correctly white wash the wall?
4'; recessed lightsHow far from the wall should recessed lights be to correctly white wash the wall?
assuming flood light style bulb at 65 watts, not more than 9 inches from wall and not more than 16 inches apart should work nicely.oil production make lip gloss
assuming flood light style bulb at 65 watts, not more than 9 inches from wall and not more than 16 inches apart should work nicely.
Can chalk be washed off walls?
just wonderingCan chalk be washed off walls?
sure... it comes off of a chalk boards.. sidewalks.. your hand, your clothes,,,,, why not walls?
Use warm water with a small amount of soap and vinegar.. it will take it right off..Can chalk be washed off walls?
Yes, A sponge and some warm water it should come right off. If the wall still look dirty mix 1 gall of warm water, 1/2 c of ammonia, 1/4 c white vinegar, and 1/4 c baking soda. Wash the wall.
sure... it comes off of a chalk boards.. sidewalks.. your hand, your clothes,,,,, why not walls?
Use warm water with a small amount of soap and vinegar.. it will take it right off..Can chalk be washed off walls?
Yes, A sponge and some warm water it should come right off. If the wall still look dirty mix 1 gall of warm water, 1/2 c of ammonia, 1/4 c white vinegar, and 1/4 c baking soda. Wash the wall.
Any tips for washing painted walls?
without rubbing off the paint?Any tips for washing painted walls?
Great question! I washed my painted walls not too long along.. Try this!
You Will Need:
Ladder
Vacuum cleaner with brush attachment
Mild detergent
Sponge
Water
Bucket
Dry towel
Plastic drop cloth
The Cleaning Process:
1. Begin by lining the floor with plastic where you鈥檒l be working to prevent damage from excess water or spills.
2. Use your vacuum鈥檚 brush attachment to remove loose dirt and cobwebs. Do not push the brush onto the wall surface, as loose dirt may smudge and leave marks. Allow the vacuum鈥檚 suction to lift the dirt away from the wall.
3. Start at the top of the wall. You鈥檒l want to clean from side to side and from the top to bottom in sections as you work around the room.
4. Fill the bucket half to two thirds full of warm water.
5. Add just enough detergent to create a few bubbles when the water is agitated. Adding too much soap will cause the walls to become sticky and attract more dirt.
6. Dip the sponge in the water and squeeze out excess water.
7. Wipe the wall down as explained in step three, stopping to wet and rinse the sponge frequently.
8. Use the dry towel to wipe up excess moisture as you work.Any tips for washing painted walls?
Adding to Sean's answer - when washing start at the bottom to avoid soil tracks on the wall. Report Abuse
To clean walls, I use 1/2 cup ammonia, 1/4 cup white vinegar, and 1/4 cup washing soda (Arm %26amp; Hammer still makes this, though it is getting harder to find) to one gallon of warm water.
And yes, this can be used on flat paint.
if it's flat paint, (dull,no shine) you can't wash it. If it has a shine to it, wash it.
Great question! I washed my painted walls not too long along.. Try this!
You Will Need:
Ladder
Vacuum cleaner with brush attachment
Mild detergent
Sponge
Water
Bucket
Dry towel
Plastic drop cloth
The Cleaning Process:
1. Begin by lining the floor with plastic where you鈥檒l be working to prevent damage from excess water or spills.
2. Use your vacuum鈥檚 brush attachment to remove loose dirt and cobwebs. Do not push the brush onto the wall surface, as loose dirt may smudge and leave marks. Allow the vacuum鈥檚 suction to lift the dirt away from the wall.
3. Start at the top of the wall. You鈥檒l want to clean from side to side and from the top to bottom in sections as you work around the room.
4. Fill the bucket half to two thirds full of warm water.
5. Add just enough detergent to create a few bubbles when the water is agitated. Adding too much soap will cause the walls to become sticky and attract more dirt.
6. Dip the sponge in the water and squeeze out excess water.
7. Wipe the wall down as explained in step three, stopping to wet and rinse the sponge frequently.
8. Use the dry towel to wipe up excess moisture as you work.Any tips for washing painted walls?
Adding to Sean's answer - when washing start at the bottom to avoid soil tracks on the wall. Report Abuse
To clean walls, I use 1/2 cup ammonia, 1/4 cup white vinegar, and 1/4 cup washing soda (Arm %26amp; Hammer still makes this, though it is getting harder to find) to one gallon of warm water.
And yes, this can be used on flat paint.
if it's flat paint, (dull,no shine) you can't wash it. If it has a shine to it, wash it.
How to wash crayon off glass window and a wall painted with a flat paint?
My daughter drew with crayon all over her window and the wall. How can I wash the crayon off both surfaces?How to wash crayon off glass window and a wall painted with a flat paint?
You can melt the wax off your window with a blow dryer. Wipe it off as it melts with a paper towel.
You could try a blow dryer on your walls, too. Blow dry the wax, then dap it off with a paper towel.
Or you could try a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser on your walls. If you use the Magic Eraser, be very gentle. Matte paint is not durable.
If neither of these work on your walls, you'll have to use sand paper -- which means you'll have to paint the wall.
If you don't have the right color wall paint, I do know a trick. Match the current wall paint as close as possible. Then just paint the one wall from corner to corner. It will look like an exact match.How to wash crayon off glass window and a wall painted with a flat paint?
1. Plain old regular toothpaste, not gel.
2. Baking soda, sprinkle on a moist sponge and go for it.
3. On the window: baby oil, WD40 or mayonnaise....oil breaks down oil. Probably fine for wall but you'll have to wash with dish soap such as Dawn or other cleaner right afterward to remove leftover oil.
4. Vinegar, apply with toothbrush and scrub......
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Use acetone. It may take off some of the paint too, so dont overdo it. My son did that with a sharpie, and i tried everything, but that was the only thing that worked.
You can probably wash it off with something like Pine-Sol and then just use a glass cleaner to take the Pine-sol residue off.
get a magic eraser
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If you have some TSP available around the house this will work , or some WD40 also will.
You can melt the wax off your window with a blow dryer. Wipe it off as it melts with a paper towel.
You could try a blow dryer on your walls, too. Blow dry the wax, then dap it off with a paper towel.
Or you could try a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser on your walls. If you use the Magic Eraser, be very gentle. Matte paint is not durable.
If neither of these work on your walls, you'll have to use sand paper -- which means you'll have to paint the wall.
If you don't have the right color wall paint, I do know a trick. Match the current wall paint as close as possible. Then just paint the one wall from corner to corner. It will look like an exact match.How to wash crayon off glass window and a wall painted with a flat paint?
1. Plain old regular toothpaste, not gel.
2. Baking soda, sprinkle on a moist sponge and go for it.
3. On the window: baby oil, WD40 or mayonnaise....oil breaks down oil. Probably fine for wall but you'll have to wash with dish soap such as Dawn or other cleaner right afterward to remove leftover oil.
4. Vinegar, apply with toothbrush and scrub......
More at this site: http://tipnut.com/21-crayon-busters-how-鈥?/a>
Use acetone. It may take off some of the paint too, so dont overdo it. My son did that with a sharpie, and i tried everything, but that was the only thing that worked.
You can probably wash it off with something like Pine-Sol and then just use a glass cleaner to take the Pine-sol residue off.
get a magic eraser
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If you have some TSP available around the house this will work , or some WD40 also will.
How can i wash my wall can i use cleanser or sum thing?
How nasty is your wall!? Any liquid cleanser should do the trick, I like **** %26amp; Span or Mr. Clean.
Wash from the bottom up and follow up with a soft dry cloth.How can i wash my wall can i use cleanser or sum thing?
Depends on if you are washing for cleaning or actually cleaning something off like crayon. For regular cleaning, I use Pine-Sol. For cleaning off something like crayon, I use Magic Eraser. Sometimes, if it's a stubborn crayon color like black or ink, I'll spray some Kaboom! on the Magic Eraser.How can i wash my wall can i use cleanser or sum thing?
I use Mr. Clean Magic Erasers. They take all kinds of things off the walls! Not just regular dirt, but things like Crayon and Marker etc.!
first:::::: put mild detergent and scrub gently for perfection
then start painting your walls and you will never regret it
Wash from the bottom up and follow up with a soft dry cloth.How can i wash my wall can i use cleanser or sum thing?
Depends on if you are washing for cleaning or actually cleaning something off like crayon. For regular cleaning, I use Pine-Sol. For cleaning off something like crayon, I use Magic Eraser. Sometimes, if it's a stubborn crayon color like black or ink, I'll spray some Kaboom! on the Magic Eraser.How can i wash my wall can i use cleanser or sum thing?
I use Mr. Clean Magic Erasers. They take all kinds of things off the walls! Not just regular dirt, but things like Crayon and Marker etc.!
first:::::: put mild detergent and scrub gently for perfection
then start painting your walls and you will never regret it
How can I clean the washing basin of my Kitchen and walls of my house?
The basin in which i wash the plates and other things of my kitchen is looking dull! I often clean it with fairy or other liquid soaps but i want to make it more shining,since it is silver in colour and silver things donot look good if they r not clean.If u know how to make a homemade cleaner then plz! kindly inform me.Its better to tell me abt homemade cleaners.Donot tell me to use any kind of Product!
Although i have plastic paints in my home so it iz possible to make it clean by rubbing a wet peice of cloth.My walls have got some brownish dirts and spots.I need to rub and press to clean them.But how can i clean the whole wall this way?Not Possible!So,tell me how to make some homemade cleaners to clean my walls very easily, so that I donot need to rub and press.My arms ached a lot.Tell me about a homemade cleaner by which i just need to rub gently!Some special guests r coming to my home in this week so i cant paint my home this week coz after painting a smell remains for many days!!How can I clean the washing basin of my Kitchen and walls of my house?
Well if you have bad arms, and cannot clean very well. Then you should buy sugar soap for your walls, With very little rubbing the dirt and stains will come off. For your wash basin , you can make a paste of baking soda and water , this will keep your sink shinny. Hope this helps a littleHow can I clean the washing basin of my Kitchen and walls of my house?
Dry using Comet or a Soft Scrub for the washing basin it really works with lifting stains and rejuvinating the basin with shineness. Also for the walls I use Mr. Clean Magic Eraser that works extremely well with out scrubbing hard. But you might want to also buy a Mr. Clean floor and wall cleaner to use with the magic eraser. :) this works for me :)
For your sink, use salt. For your walls use the white sponge available in supermarts.
soak the sink in biological soap powder and boiling water all stains will lift off and leave the sink shiny
Although i have plastic paints in my home so it iz possible to make it clean by rubbing a wet peice of cloth.My walls have got some brownish dirts and spots.I need to rub and press to clean them.But how can i clean the whole wall this way?Not Possible!So,tell me how to make some homemade cleaners to clean my walls very easily, so that I donot need to rub and press.My arms ached a lot.Tell me about a homemade cleaner by which i just need to rub gently!Some special guests r coming to my home in this week so i cant paint my home this week coz after painting a smell remains for many days!!How can I clean the washing basin of my Kitchen and walls of my house?
Well if you have bad arms, and cannot clean very well. Then you should buy sugar soap for your walls, With very little rubbing the dirt and stains will come off. For your wash basin , you can make a paste of baking soda and water , this will keep your sink shinny. Hope this helps a littleHow can I clean the washing basin of my Kitchen and walls of my house?
Dry using Comet or a Soft Scrub for the washing basin it really works with lifting stains and rejuvinating the basin with shineness. Also for the walls I use Mr. Clean Magic Eraser that works extremely well with out scrubbing hard. But you might want to also buy a Mr. Clean floor and wall cleaner to use with the magic eraser. :) this works for me :)
For your sink, use salt. For your walls use the white sponge available in supermarts.
soak the sink in biological soap powder and boiling water all stains will lift off and leave the sink shiny
What would you recommend washing/cleaning dirt of walls with?
I just moved into a brand new place and upon moving in my furniture rubbed up against the walls leaving small dirt stains and scrapes in different areas of the house. The walls are light beige. I wiped off one stain with water and a cloth but it seemed like the paint was coming off on the cloth as well. I just wanted to know if there was a safer way to remove the stains without messing up the paint or creating a larger stain.What would you recommend washing/cleaning dirt of walls with?
Sugar soap - Sellys is a good brand - u can get at a hardware store. Designed to clean painted wallsWhat would you recommend washing/cleaning dirt of walls with?
Mr. Clean Miracle eraser.
Murphy's Oil Soap will not harm painted surfaces.
The new paint on your walls has probably not had time to cure yet. Wipe the spots with a wash cloth and mild diltued dish soap. I would wait for about a month until the paint cures to use a stronger cleaning method.oil production make lip gloss
Sugar soap - Sellys is a good brand - u can get at a hardware store. Designed to clean painted wallsWhat would you recommend washing/cleaning dirt of walls with?
Mr. Clean Miracle eraser.
Murphy's Oil Soap will not harm painted surfaces.
The new paint on your walls has probably not had time to cure yet. Wipe the spots with a wash cloth and mild diltued dish soap. I would wait for about a month until the paint cures to use a stronger cleaning method.
HOW DO YOU WASH IN SIDE WALLS?
you can take off most dirt/smudge marks with a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser. it's a sponge and it IS magic! you'll need several if you have a large area to wash because the side of the sponge that does the cleaning disintegrates as you wash.
i promise, it really works.HOW DO YOU WASH IN SIDE WALLS?
Well it depends on the finish, is it paint then what type of paint. Wood paneling, marble, etc. I would google the type of material and it would tell you any special instructions. I use soap and water, or bleach on white walls. Another option is to test a cleaning material on a part of the wall that is hidden or behind a door, an easy way to see what it will do to it.HOW DO YOU WASH IN SIDE WALLS?
have you tried just plain water? if that does not work then try some dish soap and water and please DO NOT use any of those mr clean magic erasers or that orange glo or any of that other stuff. chemical cleaners are not mean to be used on painted surfaces they are very harsh on your finish and will ruin it.
i promise, it really works.HOW DO YOU WASH IN SIDE WALLS?
Well it depends on the finish, is it paint then what type of paint. Wood paneling, marble, etc. I would google the type of material and it would tell you any special instructions. I use soap and water, or bleach on white walls. Another option is to test a cleaning material on a part of the wall that is hidden or behind a door, an easy way to see what it will do to it.HOW DO YOU WASH IN SIDE WALLS?
have you tried just plain water? if that does not work then try some dish soap and water and please DO NOT use any of those mr clean magic erasers or that orange glo or any of that other stuff. chemical cleaners are not mean to be used on painted surfaces they are very harsh on your finish and will ruin it.
How Do I Wash A Wall ? Can someone please Help Me.?
How Do I wash a wall? Do I wash it from the bottom to the top, or from top to bottom? ( Because of streaks)How Do I Wash A Wall ? Can someone please Help Me.?
Start from the bottom because the water that runs down if started from the top will make the stains harder to take off...How Do I Wash A Wall ? Can someone please Help Me.?
I wipe down my walls about every 6 months. I get a bucket of water and an old damp rag and spray windex on my rag and wipe from top to bottom, when the rag looks dirty ,I rinse out the rag in the bucket and wipe the walls some more,untill the whole room is done. Dirty walls will make your house stink, more so if people smoke in the house. I use windex because it does not streak or leave a soap film. You will be susprised , to see how dirty the bucket water will be.
Wash from top to bottom. Test the paint or wall paper to see if it will remove paint or ink. Use a light detergent first then rinse to remove all residue
ok it is so like better if u go from top to botttom because like u dont notice the water fallin and believe mee it can be a pain hahahahah!!!!!
gvh is absolutely right!
Bottom to top or you will get dirty streaks running down and very difficult to remove!
I magic erase my walls top to bottom. they look like you just painted awesome for the window sills too.
Start from the bottom because the water that runs down if started from the top will make the stains harder to take off...How Do I Wash A Wall ? Can someone please Help Me.?
I wipe down my walls about every 6 months. I get a bucket of water and an old damp rag and spray windex on my rag and wipe from top to bottom, when the rag looks dirty ,I rinse out the rag in the bucket and wipe the walls some more,untill the whole room is done. Dirty walls will make your house stink, more so if people smoke in the house. I use windex because it does not streak or leave a soap film. You will be susprised , to see how dirty the bucket water will be.
Wash from top to bottom. Test the paint or wall paper to see if it will remove paint or ink. Use a light detergent first then rinse to remove all residue
ok it is so like better if u go from top to botttom because like u dont notice the water fallin and believe mee it can be a pain hahahahah!!!!!
gvh is absolutely right!
Bottom to top or you will get dirty streaks running down and very difficult to remove!
I magic erase my walls top to bottom. they look like you just painted awesome for the window sills too.
How much to charge for washing down walls?
Depends on how large the walls are....in a standard sized apartment, i would say $5 per wall.How much to charge for washing down walls?
Charge by the hour and figure out how many hours it takes to do the job. I used to do this with apartment cleaning and it was necessary sometimes because of smokers. You basically had to mop the yellow gunk off the walls and ceiling before they could repaint. Since its unskilled labor, you can only get about $10/hr, if that. A small apartment would be about $50.
Charge by the hour and figure out how many hours it takes to do the job. I used to do this with apartment cleaning and it was necessary sometimes because of smokers. You basically had to mop the yellow gunk off the walls and ceiling before they could repaint. Since its unskilled labor, you can only get about $10/hr, if that. A small apartment would be about $50.
My garage is finally clean! What should I use to wash the walls and ground? Pine sol? Ammonia? Bleach?
I now want to scrub some of the walls and ground to get rid of some of the nasty scents and ****. What do you use? I've been using a large bucket with hot water and Pine Sol with two cups of bleach. (please don't tell me not to mix cleaning products, Ive been doing it for years and Im still living lol So spare me) My co worker uses a mixture of ammonia hot water and a basic liquid soap in a bucket. Let me knowMy garage is finally clean! What should I use to wash the walls and ground? Pine sol? Ammonia? Bleach?
depends on the type of walls if you have drywall paint itMy garage is finally clean! What should I use to wash the walls and ground? Pine sol? Ammonia? Bleach?
try TSP it cleans very well
depends on the type of walls if you have drywall paint itMy garage is finally clean! What should I use to wash the walls and ground? Pine sol? Ammonia? Bleach?
try TSP it cleans very well
What happens when we apply slaked lime to the walls during white-washing?
And please, can u give me the required equation also? Thanx a million.What happens when we apply slaked lime to the walls during white-washing?
Ca(OH)2 + CO2 --%26gt; CaCO3 + H2O
Ca(OH)2 + CO2 --%26gt; CaCO3 + H2O
I washed flat paint walls with a weak bleach/water solution but didn't rinse them. Should I leave it as is?
This was done a few days ago, and while it all looks great now, I am wondering if it will damage the paint?I washed flat paint walls with a weak bleach/water solution but didn't rinse them. Should I leave it as is?
Go ahead and rinse the walls with clean water. The bleach solution has dries and a fine salt is left.....rinse it offoil production make lip gloss
Go ahead and rinse the walls with clean water. The bleach solution has dries and a fine salt is left.....rinse it off
How do you wash indoor walls?
Every time I try to use a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser on my walls, I get streaks where the dirt/ dust came off and where it didn't. I tried using a white cloth to wash my walls, and that did the same thing: streaks. Before we moved in 6 months ago, the landlord remodeled the house and cut wood and drywall in the house and never cleaned up or washed the walls. They're painted white, and they look yellow from all of the saw dust and dirt.
So how do you wash your walls without leaving streaks that you can see in certain light?How do you wash indoor walls?
Use 409 cleaner and a clean cloth you must rinse it often then you need to wipe it again with a clean wet rag and dry it. allot of work but it looks nice. I have a bucket of clean water and a separate rag for the rinsing part and change it often.
So how do you wash your walls without leaving streaks that you can see in certain light?How do you wash indoor walls?
Use 409 cleaner and a clean cloth you must rinse it often then you need to wipe it again with a clean wet rag and dry it. allot of work but it looks nice. I have a bucket of clean water and a separate rag for the rinsing part and change it often.
I cant wash my walls?
i know it sounds weird but its true. there are dark areas at the head of our bed and they wont come off. the walls seem really porous, i think the guy who owned the house before us used some weird kind of matte paint. every time i try to wipe them down, i can see the water being absorbed in a way and then the water/cleaner mix i used leaves a dark spot.
im sick and tired of these little dark spots all over the place, its driving me crazy. is there a coat i could put over the paint or should i just repaint the whole freaking house?I cant wash my walls?
Your going to have to paint... probably the hole house.... or you will have matching issues....
im sick and tired of these little dark spots all over the place, its driving me crazy. is there a coat i could put over the paint or should i just repaint the whole freaking house?I cant wash my walls?
Your going to have to paint... probably the hole house.... or you will have matching issues....
What to wash my walls with?
My fiance and I are cleaning up our apartment so we can have it ready to move into by the time we're married. The people who lived there before us were messy and they left the place a disaster, since this will be both of our first apartments we don't know much about painting and stuff so i have a couple questions. The walls are stained and we want to paint them, they are plaster walls and they are painted already if that makes a difference. Do I need to wash them first? If yes what do I wash them with? Also one room has paint over wallpaper can we remove the wallpaper? Someone told me it would just wind up making holes in the wall and it wasn't worth it, but I really hate that there are seems all over my painted wall. Also the moldings are painted I really wanted to remove the paint and have the wood underneath stained, but again I was discouraged. I was told that it would be way to much work and I would be there forever just trying to remove the paint off of one jamb. Is that true? Is it a bad idea to remove the paint and go with a natural wood look? If it's not that hard what would I use to do this?
Thanks in advance for the help. I am new to this and I really appreciate the help.What to wash my walls with?
1. Yes, wash the walls first. Use TSP. (home depot or lowes carries it). This will remove all the junk which would stop your paint from adhering properly.
2. The moldings are probably not worth removing the stuff from. It can be done, but if this is a rental it's just not worth it. You would have to try (if you can) to take them down, use a paint remover, and then finish them before you put them back. Instead, and this looks really good with a natural finish, paint them white (gloss white, use a high quality white, such as ultrapure white (home depot carries it)
3. The wallpaper is easily removed. Score it take something such as an xactoknife, or a wallpaper removal tool. This has small blades, and basically what you are going to do is to cut holes in the wallpaper, but not all the way through. Then spray it with water (do one section at a time). The water will soften the glue holding the wallpaper to the walls, and then after 10-15 minutes, you should be able to pull the wall paper off the walls. There will be some residual paper left, or perhaps some glue, but this is a simple matter to remove also (use TSP, or if necessary a plastic putty knife).
Good luck, it's not all that hard, just time consuming. The wallpaper removal should take less than one day depending on the size of the room.
Thanks in advance for the help. I am new to this and I really appreciate the help.What to wash my walls with?
1. Yes, wash the walls first. Use TSP. (home depot or lowes carries it). This will remove all the junk which would stop your paint from adhering properly.
2. The moldings are probably not worth removing the stuff from. It can be done, but if this is a rental it's just not worth it. You would have to try (if you can) to take them down, use a paint remover, and then finish them before you put them back. Instead, and this looks really good with a natural finish, paint them white (gloss white, use a high quality white, such as ultrapure white (home depot carries it)
3. The wallpaper is easily removed. Score it take something such as an xactoknife, or a wallpaper removal tool. This has small blades, and basically what you are going to do is to cut holes in the wallpaper, but not all the way through. Then spray it with water (do one section at a time). The water will soften the glue holding the wallpaper to the walls, and then after 10-15 minutes, you should be able to pull the wall paper off the walls. There will be some residual paper left, or perhaps some glue, but this is a simple matter to remove also (use TSP, or if necessary a plastic putty knife).
Good luck, it's not all that hard, just time consuming. The wallpaper removal should take less than one day depending on the size of the room.
What cleaning product should I use to wash the wall? Painted wood? Thanks!?
Any mild detergent or soap is fine. The paint keeps most moisture from sinking in the wood.What cleaning product should I use to wash the wall? Painted wood? Thanks!?
Murphys oil soap is great for cleaning just about everything.What cleaning product should I use to wash the wall? Painted wood? Thanks!?
sugar soap
Murphys oil soap is great for cleaning just about everything.What cleaning product should I use to wash the wall? Painted wood? Thanks!?
sugar soap
What's the best cleaning solution for washing latex painted walls prior to repainting?
best cleaner is a chemical called ';tsp';
you can get this at most paint stores
it cleans the oils and dirt off the walls so the paint can stick better
i have heard some people use baking soda and water
both and all cleaner you need to rinse off the walls well before you paint
any comercial paint prep cleaner from your local paint store or hardware store will work
just ask them for a wall prep/cleaner
hope this helps chrisWhat's the best cleaning solution for washing latex painted walls prior to repainting?
In the UK painters use a solution of washing soda crystals ( sodium carbonate) applied for one hour, and then well rinsed off.What's the best cleaning solution for washing latex painted walls prior to repainting?
bleach and water...some people prefer amonina and water because it doesn't stain ....but bleach and water leaves no residue and kills any bacteria that might be on the wall
If you use TSP remember to rinse the walls afterwards. It leaves a residue that will prevent the paint from sticking.
TSP Tri Sodium Phosphate
TSP (trisodiumphosphate) gotten at a paint store, Walmart, maybe some grocers.
This solution of this stuff (when mixed according to directions) will remove all greases and waxes(and residuals ';scent oils being one'; left by other cleaners to make the surface ready for painting once it has dried.
If the surface you are about to paint is shiny,(hi gloss paint is on the wall - lts say---you still need to sand it- but TSP it first(for if there is any grease, you would just spread it and grind it in with the sandpaper) Kinda compareable to dog poop. Either scoop it up right there or step in it and let the shoe do the spreading.....around the house into the carpets. No need to TSP after the sanding, just a light rag off of the sanding dust and you are ready to go.
you buy a really good primer dont wash walls... the primer disenfects and cleans anything and everything once applied l
would rec...''kilz''' they have a great primer paint the walls with that then apply a good paint like ''behr''...or sherwin williams..
I agree TSP is probably the best prepainting solution to wash the walls with,but when cleaning latex I would mix a weak solution strength or you may end up washing most of the paint instead of just cleaning. Mix a little and try it first I would start with 1/2 cup TSP to a gallon of water. Just a suggestion.
I use 409 (ammonia based cleaner) on flat latex walls, but in kitchens and bathrooms with gloss or semi-gloss I use TSP.
One time I tried windex window cleaner. I was astonished. It worked GREAT.
you can get this at most paint stores
it cleans the oils and dirt off the walls so the paint can stick better
i have heard some people use baking soda and water
both and all cleaner you need to rinse off the walls well before you paint
any comercial paint prep cleaner from your local paint store or hardware store will work
just ask them for a wall prep/cleaner
hope this helps chrisWhat's the best cleaning solution for washing latex painted walls prior to repainting?
In the UK painters use a solution of washing soda crystals ( sodium carbonate) applied for one hour, and then well rinsed off.What's the best cleaning solution for washing latex painted walls prior to repainting?
bleach and water...some people prefer amonina and water because it doesn't stain ....but bleach and water leaves no residue and kills any bacteria that might be on the wall
If you use TSP remember to rinse the walls afterwards. It leaves a residue that will prevent the paint from sticking.
TSP Tri Sodium Phosphate
TSP (trisodiumphosphate) gotten at a paint store, Walmart, maybe some grocers.
This solution of this stuff (when mixed according to directions) will remove all greases and waxes(and residuals ';scent oils being one'; left by other cleaners to make the surface ready for painting once it has dried.
If the surface you are about to paint is shiny,(hi gloss paint is on the wall - lts say---you still need to sand it- but TSP it first(for if there is any grease, you would just spread it and grind it in with the sandpaper) Kinda compareable to dog poop. Either scoop it up right there or step in it and let the shoe do the spreading.....around the house into the carpets. No need to TSP after the sanding, just a light rag off of the sanding dust and you are ready to go.
you buy a really good primer dont wash walls... the primer disenfects and cleans anything and everything once applied l
would rec...''kilz''' they have a great primer paint the walls with that then apply a good paint like ''behr''...or sherwin williams..
I agree TSP is probably the best prepainting solution to wash the walls with,but when cleaning latex I would mix a weak solution strength or you may end up washing most of the paint instead of just cleaning. Mix a little and try it first I would start with 1/2 cup TSP to a gallon of water. Just a suggestion.
I use 409 (ammonia based cleaner) on flat latex walls, but in kitchens and bathrooms with gloss or semi-gloss I use TSP.
One time I tried windex window cleaner. I was astonished. It worked GREAT.
Is there an marker I can wash off a wall?
I want to write on my college dorm walls in marker. They are painted sheetrock and also painted cement blocks. Is there a type of marker or paint or any art material that would be semi-permanent (for the year) that I could just wash off at the end of the year (like with soap or alcohol etc)?
If not, any suggestions on another way to do this? Paper over the walls?Is there an marker I can wash off a wall?
You could try self-adhesive whiteboard skins. It's basically a big sticker that you can put over any surface to turn it into a whiteboard. But I don't think you can remove it, at least not very easily; it's meant to resurface old chalkboards and whiteboards.
There's also a product in the UK called Magic Whiteboard. It's a roll of writable film that sticks to your wall via static. Apparently it stays in place on most hard surfaces for several months, but you can take it off whenever you want. I'm guessing it should work on sheetrock too.Is there an marker I can wash off a wall?
Why not get marker boards and washable markers,I think if you did it right on the walls eventually it would soak into the paint and you would have to paint the walls.Or how about bristol board,get it cheap at the dollar store and the markers too.
Look at your local Wally World or similar for Crayola washable markers.oil production make lip gloss
If not, any suggestions on another way to do this? Paper over the walls?Is there an marker I can wash off a wall?
You could try self-adhesive whiteboard skins. It's basically a big sticker that you can put over any surface to turn it into a whiteboard. But I don't think you can remove it, at least not very easily; it's meant to resurface old chalkboards and whiteboards.
There's also a product in the UK called Magic Whiteboard. It's a roll of writable film that sticks to your wall via static. Apparently it stays in place on most hard surfaces for several months, but you can take it off whenever you want. I'm guessing it should work on sheetrock too.Is there an marker I can wash off a wall?
Why not get marker boards and washable markers,I think if you did it right on the walls eventually it would soak into the paint and you would have to paint the walls.Or how about bristol board,get it cheap at the dollar store and the markers too.
Look at your local Wally World or similar for Crayola washable markers.
Paint coming off of walls when washed?
I'm repainting my room and was washing the walls down with just warm water and the 2 year old paint started to come off the walls. Will this be ok to paint right over? (its a dark color over a light color) or do I need to put a coat of primer over it?Paint coming off of walls when washed?
No you should be OK, but that's why you need to wash it down first. You will need to put 2 coats of paint on, make sure you use a good brand of paint like Benjamin Moore you will have much better results and it will look great for years to come and won't wash off like the stuff you have now. The finish is also important, if your painting a bathroom you will want to clean the walls so you may want a semi-gloss, if it's a bedroom you may only want a flat or eggshell finish, it will hide the imperfections in the wall better.Paint coming off of walls when washed?
1)wash the walls down with TSP
2) prime with Kilz
3)paint
Ok, paint comes off your wall for several reasons 1. if you painted on top of a previous slick surface, i.e. semigloss paint, your new paint didn't have anything to grip to. 2. your walls weren't cleaned so your paint didn't stick to the wall it stuck to dust ect... 3. you painted a latex paint on top of an oil based paint ( oil on oil, oil on water, no water on oil, unlessed primed). So, take off what you can with the soap and water, if it's not all coming off, then chances are it won't come off more, then prime with a Shelac based primer, Zinser makes one, you can find at most Lowes or Home Depot, then any kind of paint you desire. The primer will seal the old paint, keeping it from coming off, and give your new paint something to grip too. Hope this helps!
Put a coat of primer over it your were right.
When you mean paint comming off the walls do you mean it's chipping or flaking off or do you mean it just rubbing off like if you take a towel and rub on any painted wall surface with cheap paint it will end up in your towel. It's normal. Just lightly whipe the walls. If your so concerend just prime.
put a coat of primer over it first
No you should be OK, but that's why you need to wash it down first. You will need to put 2 coats of paint on, make sure you use a good brand of paint like Benjamin Moore you will have much better results and it will look great for years to come and won't wash off like the stuff you have now. The finish is also important, if your painting a bathroom you will want to clean the walls so you may want a semi-gloss, if it's a bedroom you may only want a flat or eggshell finish, it will hide the imperfections in the wall better.Paint coming off of walls when washed?
1)wash the walls down with TSP
2) prime with Kilz
3)paint
Ok, paint comes off your wall for several reasons 1. if you painted on top of a previous slick surface, i.e. semigloss paint, your new paint didn't have anything to grip to. 2. your walls weren't cleaned so your paint didn't stick to the wall it stuck to dust ect... 3. you painted a latex paint on top of an oil based paint ( oil on oil, oil on water, no water on oil, unlessed primed). So, take off what you can with the soap and water, if it's not all coming off, then chances are it won't come off more, then prime with a Shelac based primer, Zinser makes one, you can find at most Lowes or Home Depot, then any kind of paint you desire. The primer will seal the old paint, keeping it from coming off, and give your new paint something to grip too. Hope this helps!
Put a coat of primer over it your were right.
When you mean paint comming off the walls do you mean it's chipping or flaking off or do you mean it just rubbing off like if you take a towel and rub on any painted wall surface with cheap paint it will end up in your towel. It's normal. Just lightly whipe the walls. If your so concerend just prime.
put a coat of primer over it first
What is the best way to clean/wash a white wall?
All my walls are white and there for stains, dirt, etc, etc show up pretty well. What is the best way to get stuff off my walls??
Thank you in advance.What is the best way to clean/wash a white wall?
The magic eraser by Mr Clean (or any generic or other brand version) works beautifully. The first time you do it, it's going to be quite a job to get them all -- it really does work like an eraser except that you wet it before you ';erase'; the stains with it. Just rub the stain back and forth with the damp eraser and it goes away :) Of course, try an inconspicuous place first to make sure it won't remove the paint.
Keep one handy and whenever you spot a stain, just wet the eraser and rub it off. Your walls will stay beautiful easily that way :DWhat is the best way to clean/wash a white wall?
I use Oxi clean and a rent a hi pressure sprayer it works like a charm. but remember to seal it with a finish protection paint when your done it wont stain as bad the next time and it will be washable
just use a bucket with some bleach or some cleaning agent like 409 with a scrubbing pad that should clean up pretty good
Mr clean has a cleaning block that takes crayola marks off
very easy just wet it rub over the spot and it's gone dirt or whatever it might be. I buy mine at wal mart, i'm sure most stores carry it.
The magic eraser really works, you could get the one from mr clean or the scrubbing bubbles.
The only downside is that you have to work hard on it, but it will come out!
Hope it helps,
Guasabara
A gallon of hot water and a cup of either Ammonia or Vinegar. If you start washing and the paint comes off, then you've not choice except to repaint. Cheap paint can't be washed...instead it turns chalky and washes off the walls.
Try a solution of vinegar and baking soda. It will fizz and bubble, but should work. Or try baking soda and plain water. There is also a product called 'stain kill', available at any home deport or lowes. Works great! Regards-Bob.
Thank you in advance.What is the best way to clean/wash a white wall?
The magic eraser by Mr Clean (or any generic or other brand version) works beautifully. The first time you do it, it's going to be quite a job to get them all -- it really does work like an eraser except that you wet it before you ';erase'; the stains with it. Just rub the stain back and forth with the damp eraser and it goes away :) Of course, try an inconspicuous place first to make sure it won't remove the paint.
Keep one handy and whenever you spot a stain, just wet the eraser and rub it off. Your walls will stay beautiful easily that way :DWhat is the best way to clean/wash a white wall?
I use Oxi clean and a rent a hi pressure sprayer it works like a charm. but remember to seal it with a finish protection paint when your done it wont stain as bad the next time and it will be washable
just use a bucket with some bleach or some cleaning agent like 409 with a scrubbing pad that should clean up pretty good
Mr clean has a cleaning block that takes crayola marks off
very easy just wet it rub over the spot and it's gone dirt or whatever it might be. I buy mine at wal mart, i'm sure most stores carry it.
The magic eraser really works, you could get the one from mr clean or the scrubbing bubbles.
The only downside is that you have to work hard on it, but it will come out!
Hope it helps,
Guasabara
A gallon of hot water and a cup of either Ammonia or Vinegar. If you start washing and the paint comes off, then you've not choice except to repaint. Cheap paint can't be washed...instead it turns chalky and washes off the walls.
Try a solution of vinegar and baking soda. It will fizz and bubble, but should work. Or try baking soda and plain water. There is also a product called 'stain kill', available at any home deport or lowes. Works great! Regards-Bob.
Tips for washing the walls without repainting?
my walls of my apartment are filthy and i want to wash them because i cannot repaint without the landlords approval (ive asked in the past, he told me not to) but i am so embarrassed everytime someone comes to my house and sees how filthy they are, any tips for washing them? (btw the really bad walls are the ones with latex flat paint, the glossy ones in the kitchen and bath are easy)
thanksTips for washing the walls without repainting?
You can't clean flat paint. That's the problem with flat paint. The reason that so many people use it is that it can be easily touched up. Unlike eggshell, semi-gloss, gloss, etc., you do not need to paint the entire wall so that you don't notice the touch-up. Flat can be easily touched-up and no one will know (including your landlord). If you know what the type/color of paint is on the wall, you should be able to just paint over the marks and no one will know. Other tactics, such as the Magic Eraser, soap/water, etc. will only leave a bigger mark.Tips for washing the walls without repainting?
a little bleach, a little dish soap, and a sponge mop.
Just mop the walls the way you'd mop a floor.
A neat trick to cover bad wall with out painting, buy some cheap flat sheets with a color or pattern you like. Then thumbtack them to the wall, but keep the sheets taunt. If you do it right it looks good. Buy flat thumbtacks that match the sheets.
Or why can't you just repaint the wall in the color they already are?
vinegar/ water mix works pretty good for me. about 50/50 mix. does real good taking cigarette smoke off walls too.
Clorox magic erasers they do a great job on everything
OBSERVE MOAR INTERNETS!
TSP (trisodium phosphate). It's used to prep for painting, and cleans very well. You can get it at a paint or hardware store.
I recommend using a bucket with 3/4 water and 1/4 bleach , or water and dish soap mix,and giving a light wash with a broom .... let dry by its self.... for small spots use a mr clean magic eraser..
sugar soap is your best bet.
Murphy,s oil soap
I swear by the Mr. Clean Magic Eraser. It does amazing work and leaves the paint on the wall.
use mr.clean magic eraser
thanksTips for washing the walls without repainting?
You can't clean flat paint. That's the problem with flat paint. The reason that so many people use it is that it can be easily touched up. Unlike eggshell, semi-gloss, gloss, etc., you do not need to paint the entire wall so that you don't notice the touch-up. Flat can be easily touched-up and no one will know (including your landlord). If you know what the type/color of paint is on the wall, you should be able to just paint over the marks and no one will know. Other tactics, such as the Magic Eraser, soap/water, etc. will only leave a bigger mark.Tips for washing the walls without repainting?
a little bleach, a little dish soap, and a sponge mop.
Just mop the walls the way you'd mop a floor.
A neat trick to cover bad wall with out painting, buy some cheap flat sheets with a color or pattern you like. Then thumbtack them to the wall, but keep the sheets taunt. If you do it right it looks good. Buy flat thumbtacks that match the sheets.
Or why can't you just repaint the wall in the color they already are?
vinegar/ water mix works pretty good for me. about 50/50 mix. does real good taking cigarette smoke off walls too.
Clorox magic erasers they do a great job on everything
OBSERVE MOAR INTERNETS!
TSP (trisodium phosphate). It's used to prep for painting, and cleans very well. You can get it at a paint or hardware store.
I recommend using a bucket with 3/4 water and 1/4 bleach , or water and dish soap mix,and giving a light wash with a broom .... let dry by its self.... for small spots use a mr clean magic eraser..
sugar soap is your best bet.
Murphy,s oil soap
I swear by the Mr. Clean Magic Eraser. It does amazing work and leaves the paint on the wall.
use mr.clean magic eraser
If my cellar is damp, should I invite my girlfriend inside to power wash the walls?
/smileIf my cellar is damp, should I invite my girlfriend inside to power wash the walls?
absolutelyIf my cellar is damp, should I invite my girlfriend inside to power wash the walls?
Only if you have a nice dry candlelit corner somewhere and ';power wash the walls'; is a euphemism for something a lot more, um, exciting.
Just to be safe, have her lick the wall a bit to make sure it's environmentally friendly... I just like to be safe...
:)
run a de-humidifier...........
sure..its already damp
I am angry
absolutelyIf my cellar is damp, should I invite my girlfriend inside to power wash the walls?
Only if you have a nice dry candlelit corner somewhere and ';power wash the walls'; is a euphemism for something a lot more, um, exciting.
Just to be safe, have her lick the wall a bit to make sure it's environmentally friendly... I just like to be safe...
:)
run a de-humidifier...........
sure..its already damp
I am angry
How do I go about washing 28ft walls in a factory? Is there any type of equipment that would work best?
With a toothbrush silly!How do I go about washing 28ft walls in a factory? Is there any type of equipment that would work best?
Scaffolding, a Saftey belt, and a pressure washer.
Um...To use a pressure washer on a ladder sounds more like something Wile E. Coyote would do.
Don't hold a high pressure jet of water off of a rickety ladder, even firemen don't do that, the hose is attatched to a ladder which is anchored to a 20 ton truck.How do I go about washing 28ft walls in a factory? Is there any type of equipment that would work best?
If it is a large factory, you should use a 'cherry picker' mobile work platform and a pressure washer. This is easier than ladders or scaffolding
I vote for the pressure washer and ladder. Be sure not to touch the water under pressure. I did that once and sliced my finger open.
An alternative to the pressure washer is a grit blaster, though it makes terrible noise and can be pretty messy.
all you need is a ladder and a pressure washer
both pretty cheap or available for rent at a local rental store
im thinking a ladder for sure
Scaffolding, a Saftey belt, and a pressure washer.
Um...To use a pressure washer on a ladder sounds more like something Wile E. Coyote would do.
Don't hold a high pressure jet of water off of a rickety ladder, even firemen don't do that, the hose is attatched to a ladder which is anchored to a 20 ton truck.How do I go about washing 28ft walls in a factory? Is there any type of equipment that would work best?
If it is a large factory, you should use a 'cherry picker' mobile work platform and a pressure washer. This is easier than ladders or scaffolding
I vote for the pressure washer and ladder. Be sure not to touch the water under pressure. I did that once and sliced my finger open.
An alternative to the pressure washer is a grit blaster, though it makes terrible noise and can be pretty messy.
all you need is a ladder and a pressure washer
both pretty cheap or available for rent at a local rental store
im thinking a ladder for sure
I bought a house that the former owner was a heavy smoker, I washed the walls,ceiling and had carpet cleaned.
The house still smells, I have left all windows open too. Is their a remedy to get rid of smell. Most of the walls are expensive paneling. I dont want to paint if possible. Any ideas would be appreciated.I bought a house that the former owner was a heavy smoker, I washed the walls,ceiling and had carpet cleaned.
Wow Fresh paint really does the trick.
The carpet should probably be replaced, there is most likely a lot of ash underneath it.
My new place was the same way. I had to change the carpet, Primer the entire floor with Kilz Primer to kill the smell on the wood under the carpet. Then I painted over the popcorn ceiling they had ( it was stained yellow-brown) and that still was not enough.
Once the new carpet was laid the smell was pretty much gone. I had to wash and replace the window screens cuz they were nasty.
What are you washing your walls with? Is it strong enough; Scented? you should probably paint them I hate to say it.
Good luck, Once you get most of it, your scents from living in the house will overtake the smoke smell such as: Cooking maybe some garlic or strong smelling foods, washing dishes with scented soaps, burning scented candles and stuff like that.I bought a house that the former owner was a heavy smoker, I washed the walls,ceiling and had carpet cleaned.
Pull your expensive paneling off and throw it away. Repaint the wall and then replace the paneling.
Try using a mixture of baking soda %26amp; water to wash the walls again.
replace the carpet pad and wash the drapes and windows.
That was a good idea but It still stinks dosen't it?! I would say that you picked the house you liked and thats what matters! If it is home than just learn to love it. If not contact me to give you some more advice on how to handle it.
Don't buy things that belonged to a smoker. We still had smoke stains bleeding out of the bathroom walls after 10 years of us owning the home.
Hmm...
I had to hire a professional cleaner and I had to do a lot of remodeling.
I use to own a tiny 2 bedroom house from the 1920s and the lady who lived there (1920's-1990s) smoked all the time. I had to end up remodeling the home, inside and out.
try buying a few sceneted candles or eazy breeze use it for a week and the house will soon smell as good as new
light a bunch of safety matches in closed room. air out after couple of hours. arrange shallow bowls of vinegar arround the house. vry effective.oil production make lip gloss
Wow Fresh paint really does the trick.
The carpet should probably be replaced, there is most likely a lot of ash underneath it.
My new place was the same way. I had to change the carpet, Primer the entire floor with Kilz Primer to kill the smell on the wood under the carpet. Then I painted over the popcorn ceiling they had ( it was stained yellow-brown) and that still was not enough.
Once the new carpet was laid the smell was pretty much gone. I had to wash and replace the window screens cuz they were nasty.
What are you washing your walls with? Is it strong enough; Scented? you should probably paint them I hate to say it.
Good luck, Once you get most of it, your scents from living in the house will overtake the smoke smell such as: Cooking maybe some garlic or strong smelling foods, washing dishes with scented soaps, burning scented candles and stuff like that.I bought a house that the former owner was a heavy smoker, I washed the walls,ceiling and had carpet cleaned.
Pull your expensive paneling off and throw it away. Repaint the wall and then replace the paneling.
Try using a mixture of baking soda %26amp; water to wash the walls again.
replace the carpet pad and wash the drapes and windows.
That was a good idea but It still stinks dosen't it?! I would say that you picked the house you liked and thats what matters! If it is home than just learn to love it. If not contact me to give you some more advice on how to handle it.
Don't buy things that belonged to a smoker. We still had smoke stains bleeding out of the bathroom walls after 10 years of us owning the home.
Hmm...
I had to hire a professional cleaner and I had to do a lot of remodeling.
I use to own a tiny 2 bedroom house from the 1920s and the lady who lived there (1920's-1990s) smoked all the time. I had to end up remodeling the home, inside and out.
try buying a few sceneted candles or eazy breeze use it for a week and the house will soon smell as good as new
light a bunch of safety matches in closed room. air out after couple of hours. arrange shallow bowls of vinegar arround the house. vry effective.
What Can I Use To Wash My Walls.......?
I live in a very old house right on a main drag in town. My walls have flat based paint and are covered in some sort of ';sooty'; film. I tried washing them with Windex, then I tried vinegar, I even tried bleach but no matter how many times I go over them, they still streak!!! Does anyone know of a product that will really clean this awful sooty film off???What Can I Use To Wash My Walls.......?
Nothing will clean flat paint. The only thing you can do is repaint with a satin or eggshell sheenWhat Can I Use To Wash My Walls.......?
Hi if it is interior walls try sugar-soap.(in UK)
start from the bottom and work up that way when the dirty water at the top runs down the wall it runs over the wet clean surface then rinse the lot should stop it streaking
Are we talking the outside walls? If so, go to the hardware store/home center and get some TSP (TriSodiumPhosphate) concentrate and mix that up. It will still take some scrubbing.
TSP
Nothing will clean flat paint. The only thing you can do is repaint with a satin or eggshell sheenWhat Can I Use To Wash My Walls.......?
Hi if it is interior walls try sugar-soap.(in UK)
start from the bottom and work up that way when the dirty water at the top runs down the wall it runs over the wet clean surface then rinse the lot should stop it streaking
Are we talking the outside walls? If so, go to the hardware store/home center and get some TSP (TriSodiumPhosphate) concentrate and mix that up. It will still take some scrubbing.
TSP
Clean walls with borax or is liquid dish wash and water enough?
TSP is good. Cleans well and leaves very little residue even if you do not rinse. Also any residue will not hold dirt like some detergents. I do not recommend the Cascade though. The Chlorine can discolor some paints and wallpaper. Dish soap is ok but you should use a plain water rinse. Something like simple green also works well.
Borax by itself is not a great cleaner. Used in hard water it makes detergents more effective.Clean walls with borax or is liquid dish wash and water enough?
Use trisodium phosfate (TSP) or Cascade dishwasher soap. Wear gloves.
Borax by itself is not a great cleaner. Used in hard water it makes detergents more effective.Clean walls with borax or is liquid dish wash and water enough?
Use trisodium phosfate (TSP) or Cascade dishwasher soap. Wear gloves.
Our house smells stale. I have steamed the carpets, washed walls, what can I do to make it smell fresher?
I had the same problem. It might be moist air. I bought these things that you hang up (they are for closets) and they trap the moisture inside. I have to tell you my room was much fresher afterwards. You can get them in the drug store, sorry I can't remember what it was called.
Oh! There is one on the market called Damp Rid.Our house smells stale. I have steamed the carpets, washed walls, what can I do to make it smell fresher?
a lot of the time you just need to give it a good airing. if the weather is ok open the windows front and back and let the wind blow throughOur house smells stale. I have steamed the carpets, washed walls, what can I do to make it smell fresher?
Take down your curtains, wash them, line dry them, and open up your windows, and leave them for a day or so...also take some bowls filled with baking soda, and sit them around the house.
Steam clean the carpets again adding some white vinegar to the solution. Make sure you don't have any water leaks anywhere including inside walls that can be causing mold. I recently pulled up the flooring in the bathroom to find that there was moisture under the tile. Re-caulked the shower now all is well. Also, steam clean the furniture with the vinegar solution if fabric tolerates. Febreeze the mattresses and furniture you cannot clean.
Leave the windows open for a few days, get some fresh air. It's spring.
open the windows and put fans in front for a day spray lemon scent or some other scent in front of the fan.
Oh! There is one on the market called Damp Rid.Our house smells stale. I have steamed the carpets, washed walls, what can I do to make it smell fresher?
a lot of the time you just need to give it a good airing. if the weather is ok open the windows front and back and let the wind blow throughOur house smells stale. I have steamed the carpets, washed walls, what can I do to make it smell fresher?
Take down your curtains, wash them, line dry them, and open up your windows, and leave them for a day or so...also take some bowls filled with baking soda, and sit them around the house.
Steam clean the carpets again adding some white vinegar to the solution. Make sure you don't have any water leaks anywhere including inside walls that can be causing mold. I recently pulled up the flooring in the bathroom to find that there was moisture under the tile. Re-caulked the shower now all is well. Also, steam clean the furniture with the vinegar solution if fabric tolerates. Febreeze the mattresses and furniture you cannot clean.
Leave the windows open for a few days, get some fresh air. It's spring.
open the windows and put fans in front for a day spray lemon scent or some other scent in front of the fan.
What is the best cleaner for washing painted walls?
If it's a couple of marks or at least not an entire wall, then I would try Mr. Cleans Magic Erasers. They are great. I've used them b4 on my walls when my kids drawed on my walls, I wiped it with the erasers and instantly it removed it.What is the best cleaner for washing painted walls?
highly diluted clorox and water, kills mildew and the like wellWhat is the best cleaner for washing painted walls?
It depends on the type and quality of the paint on your walls.
ues warm soapy water on latex paint and any cleaner on oil base paint.
It depends on the type of Paint ... If it is washable I'd go with HOT/SUDSY/ VINNEGAR water or in Extreme cases **** %26amp; Span
Certified Floor and Wall Cleaner
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i think it is called tsp or tps... can't remember but it's pretty popular and you can pick it up at home depot
google
The best cleaner out there which works on painted walls ----TSP
Really cleans them . I recommend wearing gloves. It removed grime like nicotine stain and kitchen grease .
Comes in a box at your hardware store or local Home Depot
highly diluted clorox and water, kills mildew and the like wellWhat is the best cleaner for washing painted walls?
It depends on the type and quality of the paint on your walls.
ues warm soapy water on latex paint and any cleaner on oil base paint.
It depends on the type of Paint ... If it is washable I'd go with HOT/SUDSY/ VINNEGAR water or in Extreme cases **** %26amp; Span
Certified Floor and Wall Cleaner
http://www.lpjcleaningservices.com/All_P鈥?/a>
i think it is called tsp or tps... can't remember but it's pretty popular and you can pick it up at home depot
The best cleaner out there which works on painted walls ----TSP
Really cleans them . I recommend wearing gloves. It removed grime like nicotine stain and kitchen grease .
Comes in a box at your hardware store or local Home Depot
I hear that if you wash your walls with water that has some sort of citronella oil in it..........?
it will keep the bugs and such from camping out in your house? Is this true, how does it work?I hear that if you wash your walls with water that has some sort of citronella oil in it..........?
Insect Control
Homemade Insect Repellent
2 oz. sweet almond oil
combination of 3 drops of the following essential oils:
Eucalyptus Oil (repels mosquitos and flies)
Citronella Oil (repels mosquitos)
Lemongrass Oil (repels fleas, ticks %26amp; flies)
*Thyme (ticks)
*Cederwood (mosquito's)
Lavender (mosquitos and flies)
* Peppermint (ants)
You can double the recipe and add more kinds of the above oils. Just experiment and you will find a good combo that works for you and your family.
* Pregnant women need to avoid Peppermint, Thyme and Cederwood*
Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world, indeed it is the only thing that ever has. -- Margaret MeadI hear that if you wash your walls with water that has some sort of citronella oil in it..........?
Citronella oil will stain the walls.
Nothing KEEPS bugs out.
Insect Control
Homemade Insect Repellent
2 oz. sweet almond oil
combination of 3 drops of the following essential oils:
Eucalyptus Oil (repels mosquitos and flies)
Citronella Oil (repels mosquitos)
Lemongrass Oil (repels fleas, ticks %26amp; flies)
*Thyme (ticks)
*Cederwood (mosquito's)
Lavender (mosquitos and flies)
* Peppermint (ants)
You can double the recipe and add more kinds of the above oils. Just experiment and you will find a good combo that works for you and your family.
* Pregnant women need to avoid Peppermint, Thyme and Cederwood*
Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world, indeed it is the only thing that ever has. -- Margaret MeadI hear that if you wash your walls with water that has some sort of citronella oil in it..........?
Citronella oil will stain the walls.
Nothing KEEPS bugs out.
What can wash pencil off of light color walls and a steel door without ruining the paint or smudging?
';409';What can wash pencil off of light color walls and a steel door without ruining the paint or smudging?
That is a difficult one. You could try using toilet soap (dove type) and water with a soft rag, or sponge, but it will show a difference in surrounding texture. However, even if you decide to repaint the area, you still have to remove the pencil marks first.What can wash pencil off of light color walls and a steel door without ruining the paint or smudging?
try just erasing it off. that should do it..just use a clean eraser.
Mr. Clean Magic eraser
Mr Clean Magic Erasers... I have 5 children, the erasers are amazing! ;-)
Mr Clean magic erasers work awesome. I use them for everything =]
try WD-40
Try the eraser put out by Mr. Clean.oil production make lip gloss
That is a difficult one. You could try using toilet soap (dove type) and water with a soft rag, or sponge, but it will show a difference in surrounding texture. However, even if you decide to repaint the area, you still have to remove the pencil marks first.What can wash pencil off of light color walls and a steel door without ruining the paint or smudging?
try just erasing it off. that should do it..just use a clean eraser.
Mr. Clean Magic eraser
Mr Clean Magic Erasers... I have 5 children, the erasers are amazing! ;-)
Mr Clean magic erasers work awesome. I use them for everything =]
try WD-40
Try the eraser put out by Mr. Clean.
How can I ';wash the wall'; in colored lighting on a budget?
You can get lamps at TARGET that have 3-4 lamps on it and the different ';arms'; are posable... Some even have different colored shades that ';throw'; light... Or put different colored lightbulbs in the lamps... good luck
Does anyone use a particular sponge or rag when cleaning walls? Has anyone used a steamer to wash walls?
My paint is a flat paint and my walls aren't that bad, but I have a very bad back and I'm searching for things that will help me get the job done without putting myself in traction for a year! I purchased a portable steamer and thought I could either put a cloth over it (like doing floors) but I haven't tried it yet. I can't believe someone still hasn't come out with a ';spray on, whipe off'; wall cleaner!Does anyone use a particular sponge or rag when cleaning walls? Has anyone used a steamer to wash walls?
Mix 1⁄2 cup vinegar, 1 cup clear ammonia, 1⁄4 cup baking soda, and 1 gallon warm water. Caution: Wear rubber gloves, and work in a well-ventilated area when using this powerful solution.
Apply to the wall with a sponge, and rinse with clear water. If your walls have a rough texture, use old nylon stockings or socks rather than a sponge because they won't tear and leave difficult-to-remove bits on the surface.Does anyone use a particular sponge or rag when cleaning walls? Has anyone used a steamer to wash walls?
My Mr. Clean Magic Eraser works wonders on the wall. If there is some way to attach that to the end of a pole or something, it may help save your back.
Mix 1⁄2 cup vinegar, 1 cup clear ammonia, 1⁄4 cup baking soda, and 1 gallon warm water. Caution: Wear rubber gloves, and work in a well-ventilated area when using this powerful solution.
Apply to the wall with a sponge, and rinse with clear water. If your walls have a rough texture, use old nylon stockings or socks rather than a sponge because they won't tear and leave difficult-to-remove bits on the surface.Does anyone use a particular sponge or rag when cleaning walls? Has anyone used a steamer to wash walls?
My Mr. Clean Magic Eraser works wonders on the wall. If there is some way to attach that to the end of a pole or something, it may help save your back.
Is it possible to wash a wall that has been painted with a water based paint without damaging it?
My walls are really dirty because I babysit a lot. lol there are hand prints, crayon pictures, and lots of really dirty spots. Is there a way that I can wash it? If so please explain the process.Is it possible to wash a wall that has been painted with a water based paint without damaging it?
You can wash your walls. What it looks like afterward depends on the quality of the paint that was used. Don't use an oil product, like Murphy's. It will need to be rinsed thoroughly or it will leave residue behind. Use hot water and a cleaner like Mr. Clean or $pic and $pan. Start at the bottom of the wall and work your way up. That sounds backwards, but if you start at the top, the detergent dripping through the dirty wall will leave streaks that won't come off. Hope this helps.Is it possible to wash a wall that has been painted with a water based paint without damaging it?
If you have crayon on your walls, you will need to purchase a product like ';goof-off'; or ';goo-gone'; to get rid of the crayon. You will never be able to paint over crayon. (trust me, I learned that the hard way). If you want to start with removing the grime that kids tend to leave on walls, use ';Murphy's oil soap';. It is a great cleaner that is very gentle on painted surfaces. You can buy each of the products that I have mentioned at Walmart.
You can't wash water based paint with water - it just dilutes it so you'll have pale patches where the paint has kind of washed off. I swear by microfibre cloths, which pick up dirt at an amazing rate and don't need any chemicals. You could try one either dry, or barely damp. But I still think the rubbing would take off the paint. The thing you're supposed to do, though I've not tried it, is rub with stale bread! Why not wash off all the prints, spots and pictures and repaint those areas?
Yes, water based paint is only ';water soluble'; while it is wet. Once it has dried, it can withstand cleaning with mild soap and a wet sponge.
You can wash your walls. What it looks like afterward depends on the quality of the paint that was used. Don't use an oil product, like Murphy's. It will need to be rinsed thoroughly or it will leave residue behind. Use hot water and a cleaner like Mr. Clean or $pic and $pan. Start at the bottom of the wall and work your way up. That sounds backwards, but if you start at the top, the detergent dripping through the dirty wall will leave streaks that won't come off. Hope this helps.Is it possible to wash a wall that has been painted with a water based paint without damaging it?
If you have crayon on your walls, you will need to purchase a product like ';goof-off'; or ';goo-gone'; to get rid of the crayon. You will never be able to paint over crayon. (trust me, I learned that the hard way). If you want to start with removing the grime that kids tend to leave on walls, use ';Murphy's oil soap';. It is a great cleaner that is very gentle on painted surfaces. You can buy each of the products that I have mentioned at Walmart.
You can't wash water based paint with water - it just dilutes it so you'll have pale patches where the paint has kind of washed off. I swear by microfibre cloths, which pick up dirt at an amazing rate and don't need any chemicals. You could try one either dry, or barely damp. But I still think the rubbing would take off the paint. The thing you're supposed to do, though I've not tried it, is rub with stale bread! Why not wash off all the prints, spots and pictures and repaint those areas?
Yes, water based paint is only ';water soluble'; while it is wet. Once it has dried, it can withstand cleaning with mild soap and a wet sponge.
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