What is the best way to clean walls and ceilings?
How to Clean Your Walls and Ceilings
- 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.
Should you wash a ceiling before painting?
Flat paint can’t be washed but must be re-painted instead. Usually, walls will be painted with a gloss, a semi-gloss or a satin finish meaning they can be washed. However, sometimes, even though walls can be washed a ceiling will have been painted with flat paint and will need re-painting instead of washing.
How do I clean a greasy kitchen ceiling?
Combine equal parts warm water and distilled white vinegar in a spray bottle. Spray the solution directly on the greasy areas of your kitchen ceiling and wipe off with a dry cloth. Continue spraying the solution until the ceiling is completely clean.