Cleaning Tips and Tricks – Walls

Wallpaper

Washable

  1. Wipe with sponge dipped in solution of a little bleach to water
  2. Crayon marks – set hair dryer on hot, blow stain until wax heats up, wipe with oil soap cleanser on a damp cloth. Alternative – rub gently with baking soda sprinkled on a damp cloth. Alternative – rub gently with a dry SOS pad
  3. Grease – apply paste of cornstarch and water, allow time to dry then brush off

Non-washable

  1. 1. Rub gently with art gum

Removal

  1. Fill spray bottle with 1/3 cup liquid fabric softener to 2/3 cup hot water, spray wallpaper, wait 20 minutes, peel paper off wall
  2. or mix equal part vinegar and hot water, dip paint roller into solution, wet paper thoroughly

Painted Walls

General Cleaning

  1. Wash with soap and water or mild commercial cleaner
  2. or wash with 1/2 cup ammonia, 1/4 cup white vinegar, 1/4 cup washing soda and 4 litres warm water

Stains

  1. Scrub crayon marks with toothpaste, rinse and wipe
  2. or spray crayon marks with WD-40 and wipe

Nail Holes

  1. Run toothpaste into hole, smooth with a damp sponge