How to Easily Wash Your Walls

[@timdasenbrock7363]

This is almost exactly how we clean walls in the hospital. Of course we use different chemicals and we don’t wipe vertically, but starting at the top of the wall using horizontal strokes.

[@SozeKartel]

Loved Working In Housekeeping At The Hospital ❤I Carried That Wisdom For Life.

[@CleanThatUp]

Nice! My mom worked in the ER cleaning for many years. Thank you for all your hard work!

[@richoneplanet7561]

@@SozeKartel I have as well - university environment but similar 👍🏻

[@alison5009]

Love you all. Long time hospital nurse here. Housekeeping is essential and amazing. Thank you.❤

[@keikei3301]

Thanks for the advice!! Horizontal strokes are better as the dirtier areas of the wall are usually the mid to lower sections, so if you wipe horizontally instead of vertically, you don’t contaminate the areas you just cleaned or disinfected. Thank you for that bit of wisdom! So helpful! I will be wiping my walls horizontally section by section instead of vertically!

[@richoneplanet7561]

A 'wall mop kit' is so helpful and not very expensive. I've spent time cleaning walls / ceilings to brighten the house for spring. It it makes a big difference. Great video

[@xinnasinpatria3202]

You must have to try this technique with big glass windows, life changing 😊

[@richoneplanet7561]

@@xinnasinpatria3202 oh geez, great idea - I will try that 👍🏻

[@Ummuri2000]

Excellent timing!! I'm deep cleaning before a trip this weekend and I've been trying to figure out how to do the walls!

[@CleanThatUp]

Love to hear it, happy cleaning!

[@1silenthunder1]

Curious about wood paneled walls if you consider a part 2. Thanks for the video, cheers 🎉

[@dawnmariemackey7451]

I clean rental properties for a local landlord who has 180 places, so I come across all kinds of diffrent mess. I love your video's, always give me a tip I never thought of. Like spraying wall sideways, and w oven clean using saran wrap. You get right to the point, and I find your crystal clear and most articulate. I liked & subscribed. Will even donate next. Just keep up w making videos on cleaning and all your awesome little most helpful tips!!

[@CleanThatUp]

Thanks so much for this message. Really happy you like the videos!

[@SadSauceTV]

Moving into a new APT in 2 weeks, and I have been watching your videos religiously. I am about to sign up to the Patreon.

[@philipcook8298]

The end is very validating as someone who sells paint! Everyone wants to put flat and matte in their bathrooms of all places and you'd be surprised how hard it is to convince people it's super impractical in general 😂

[@ich8159]

The apartment I am currently living in has them and it’s a nightmare. I found dusting and steam cleaning doesn’t completely clean them, especially close to radiators and the only way is to repaint. 😢

[@amca2421]

@phillipcoo what is the best paint for the bathroom? Mine always ends up with oil stains over time.

[@AltruisticWarrior]

A high quality Matte paint is actually fantastic and does have the ability to be cleaned to a degree. It's easy to paint over damage and spots after renters and such without any excessively shiny spots. However, should never use it in a kitchen or bathroom, that's just crazy. I mean... at minimum eggshell to repel grease and moisture and even then.

[@trinaneveri]

I HATE flat paint. I wouldn’t use it for anything but a ceiling. It’s impossible to clean.

[@bugrilyus]

@@amca2421I dont live in US and seeing people using paint in bathroom is baffling to me. In my country we tile ceramic all the bathroom surfaces except the ceiling

[@RemyNas24]

Dusting the walls first prevents sludge water

[@burntbeansoup]

He did that

[@Anne-ku3lj]

Yes he did 👌🏾

[@SamuelsReview]

I've been using rubbing alcohol for scuffs. I will try out the Zepp cleaner, probably much better for the walls 😊

[@amberthompson1596]

This was super helpful! I also appreciate you linking the products (I'm happy to contribute to affiliate links). I need to wash walls in a rental and having a mop that 'locks' in place is super helpful and going to save me tons of time.

[@babsbybend]

Save time: Have multiple flat mop heads in clean water, enough water to dampen them, and drop the dirty ones in a separate bucket to be cleaned at the end of the project or day. In my custodian job, we used rectangular buckets with the clean mop heads lying stacked in cleaning solution so we could put the mop handle head directly onto the fresh mop head.

[@Emot10ns]

That's so inefficient. No one is gonna have nor buy multiple mops.

[@babsbybend]

@@Emot10ns We used products identical to the Uline Heavy Duty Microfiber Mop System, just a different company name. The system is used here by the school district and the parks and recreation district.

[@ispeakmytruth1549]

@@Emot10ns Just the mop heads.

[@seriousshoni]

​@Emot10ns not the mop but the reusable heads.

[@jillismyname]

I'm going to stick up for Flat Paint...since it's getting hate in the comments. Lol. I love mine. Paint is always improving, and mine holds up fine so far for 9 years. (No kids) Benjamin Moore. I painted my bathroom eggshell though, and am considering repainting with flat when the time comes. Hate me if you want to, I'm pushing boundaries. Lol.

[@GurvinderDubb]

I must say yours is the only clip to watch regarding cleaning as the rest don’t stand in comparison. kudos…😊

[@TraciRene]

This was validating. I have flat paint all over my home (from the renovators) and knew it was pointless. I'll have to repaint the whole house with semi gloss.

[@AltruisticWarrior]

The renovators failed to do a good job then. Any decent minded construction crew will take care to have proper dust control methods in place, in a finished home with occupants.

[@TraciRene]

@@AltruisticWarrior I was a 1st time home buyer and had no clue that house flippers are trifling. They painted the whole house flat even bathrooms which I've already repainted.

[@abh9872]

Don’t use semi gloss as it will show every flaw. Use eggshell or satin if not in kitchen or bathrooms.

[@TraciRene]

@@abh9872 thanks!

[@SueSimcoe]

Builders often use a lesser grade of paint with the expectation that the purchaser will paint using their preferred colours. There are different grades of paint available. Some offering exceptional performance and quality finishes that are scrubible in all finishes

[@priz1997]

The zep wall cleaner has been awesome on my flat painted walls to spot clean. Only way to tackle gardening handprints all over the walls next to doors. Every door. All over the house. How??? 😂😂😂

[@CleanThatUp]

That’s awesome, I love that stuff!

[@kathywiseley4382]

That's good to know. I'm currently cleaning out my mom's house after her death. Alllll of the walls have flat paint. And the long wall in the living room has all kinds of poster tack that she used to keep framed photos in place. It's dried out and is really stuck. I have a feeling that I will be learning to mud drywall before this is over.

[@institches2750]

​@@kathywiseley4382 Mudding little spots like that isn't too hard. Just make sure you get the stuff off first. Much easier to fill a gouge from scraping than to float out a lump of sticky stuff.

[@yomigonzalez9870]

I bought my house and it came with flat paint. I could not understand why it was so hard to keep clean. Now I know.

[@gracehc9356]

Thank you. You have changed my life radically!!! Thank you!!!

[@elizabethtaylor3779]

Good morning! Thanks for this helpful info; really appreciate the suggestion for the lock-head mop. I have one, but it doesn't have a locking mechanism so I spend half the time fighting the swiveling head ☹

[@CleanThatUp]

You are so welcome! 🙂

[@elizabethtaylor3779]

@@CleanThatUp 😁 keep up the excellent work, always really enjoy your efforts

[@TheShannie33]

Thank you for mentioning the paint type. I've cleaned my walls twice (different houses) and both times made everything look worse! I keep hearing people say, "you need to be washing your walls," but I'm honestly scared to. Now I know. Glossy or semi gloss only. Thank you!

[@bernadettedevereaux8694]

I just discovered your channel. Wall washing used to be a routine part of homemaking when I was a girl more than 60 years ago. These days I just settle for wall dusting because I hate to see cobwebs. Interesting note: when it was common to have wet plaster walls instead of drywall it was common to have cove ceilings, rounded corners at the ceiling. My aunt told me that cove ceilings cut down on corner cobwebs.

[@MizzzKitty]

I was just confirmed that what I have been doing for year was right! I am glad I am not the only one that "mops" my wall😊

[@oldschooldesign528]

Thank you so much for this very practical way to clean walls. It will make cleaning our walls a not so daunting task. When I was growing up, our Mom had us cleaning the walls each time it was necessary with a tub of water, soap and big sponges and "elbow grease"! 😉

[@CleanThatUp]

I hear you, that sounds like a lot of work!

[@shehuehue]

I... never even thought of washing walls. Thank you for the new knowledge

[@petito2547]

Thank you for the helpful advices! I especially appreciate the end because I have flat paint walls. I will keep in mind that next time need semi gloss walls

[@tiawilliams5690]

Semi gloss shows highlights every flaw on walls and, outside of kitchens and bathrooms, is usually reserved for trim. Go with satin or eggshell for most walls. You'll be able to clean it but have a nicer looking finish.

[@sonjagatto9981]

@@tiawilliams5690 I agree❣

[@Maddie9185]

I use a spin mop and a simple cleaning solution in the spin bucket. I change the water at least once.

[@tammyxx3699]

Love your videos it’s a shame I’m in the UK and can’t get half of these products in our supermarkets like Zep x

[@corriefelker8352]

Man you are the best!! Thanks so much for all the helpful tips. I'm a new cleaner and I'm learning so much from you! Thanks for addressing the matte walls. Lol, what a nightmare 😅

[@FionaSmith-nz5hb]

Thanks 🤩 amazing tips as always 🤩

[@CleanThatUp]

You got it, thanks so much for watching!

[@DebbieTDP]

I use a degreaser on a damp microfiber cloth. Elbow grease works better than a flat mop. 😅 Furthermore not all paints are washable 😂 even if "shiny"

[@dccd673]

Aw. And here I was thinking maybe the Zep product could possibly remove the stain caused by new, although washed first, bed sheets then I remembered the paint on the wall is flat. I’m in a rental so I have no idea what paint brand and colour was used.

[@jaymanatee5863]

Thanks for sharing. Does this included walls with some build up in the bathroom?

[@micheleandrews4779]

Youre the best teacher!! Thanks for this great tip and demo🎉🎉🎉

[@ds7675]

I dust with a Swiffer and clean with a wet Swiffer. And no drying the wall. I’m lazy that way. 😂

[@KBlade1]

Smart! Lol

[@KateRVN]

Do you have any suggestions for cleaning emulsion paint. We don’t have a banister rail on the stairs and we get grease marks in spots as folk use their hands against the wall as they go up and down. Many thanks.

[@ametheieushamlet5774]

@ CleanTU, Great content. Kindly, show the best way to paint over a small assignment for beginners..Thx

[@terukounit]

When I clicked on your link I’m not sure which mop u use, showed me a lot of options… I think u said clean then with a clean pad go over wall again with just clean water?? Really great videos u have tx

[@donnaadams5217]

Hi love the videos i have a question hoping some of you could help how to get urine smell out of plywood as somebody had a accident😂😂 before i get the new flooring thx

[@angelac9347]

Try poof or an enzyme based cleaner.

[@TheresaDeRosa]

is this good for Flat Paint walls ty for your great video

[@James-u6i9f]

Thanks a lot learnt a lot too ...

[@chrissy3742]

How do you clean the white doors?

[@Ashley-tk7ks]

I just found you ,thanks soo much❤😊

[@Bigworm928311]

Can you please share the name and link to the flat mop and pole used in your video Thank you

[@Elif-rh7rf]

How to clean dirty oily kitchen wall or ceiling? How to clean smoky walls? Thoses are so hard to clean.Thanks.

[@leannekieth4771]

Hello great video , you sure do know alot about cleaning 😊 can you tell me where l can purchase a mop thanks take care

[@nicolefiocco4516]

Ok, question time: would it be ok to use the Zep spray on a dark painted, semi-gloss wall? I have charcoal walls that have picked up light-colored fingerprints over the years, mostly from makeup foundation and hand lotion. Thanks!

[@Anne-ku3lj]

Okay you are my go to person now 😂 How to clean a ceiling please? Because I can’t ‘spray’ the wall as mentioned here? Thanks

[@cocasio7190]

Hello! I think that you had mentioned that you clean the swifter duster refills. I'm trying to find the video. Can you direct me to the correct one? Thanks

[@valerienaylor1069]

Thank you for the tip

[@DewiiAljoe]

Great tips and video

[@gabrielac.2171]

Hi! I can’t find the link of the flat mop 🙃

[@patriciadonnelly3138]

Question did you go back over the walls after washing with another dry cloth?

[@user-op8pf3uf8s]

So instead of spaying directly at the wall at a 90 degree angle…. Spray directly at the wall at a 75 degree angle. Got it

[@williamadams9091]

😂

[@PandaHead602]

Inhave soot from candles high I don’t think we have a gloss on our paint when it was repainted

[@amiraobei7945]

can u pls do a wall disinfecting video. i.e.. a person with severe flu quarantined at home. sneezing / coughing. Respect ur expertise. thank u!

[@liana2136]

I think I would use a diffuser and send tea tree essential oil into the environment to disinfect, or put tea tree drops on a swiffer and go over the walls. Also helps to just air out the space. Many essential oils have anti-microbial properties. Lavender might also work... lemon and eucalyptus.

[@silvahawk]

I have a matte-textured wall in my bathroom, and toward the baseboard, there are many watermarks (from water splashing when we dry our hands with the towels on the rack above it). The watermarks combine with dust that sticks to them, creating brown stripes at the bottom of the wall. I've tried rubbing them off with just water and a rag before, but that ended up scuffing the wall due to excessive rubbing. Would Zep foaming wall cleaner work in my case, or is there a better way to handle this scenario? 🙏

[@commandernoodles2367]

Can we use that for the ceiling?

[@DewiiAljoe]

Very well explained

[@irisbmd710]

Thank you for your informative video. You make it look easy 🙂

[@woowooone]

Can you give us the link to the flat mop you use?

[@emmsue1053]

Tried this, its OK depending on the surface youre cleaning.. Cannot get much pressure if walls are really dirty... I have moved about a lot and NOT always into pristine new builds.

[@jamiecollins5012]

I moved into an apartment that a previous tenant smoked. Every wall. How do I clean this?

[@CleanThatUp]

Hey Jamie! I cleaned up smoker's walls in this video here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/bqunhXRshcmcn9k

[@Backwoodsmom]

Is eggshell finish considered matte? My walls are very dusty but I’d also like to wash them.

[@celticdancersue4413]

Your link to your mop brings me to a general Amazon mop page listing all brands and styles. Do you have a direct link to the mop you use? I cant find your mop when browsing.

[@Moving_Forward247]

Excellent video God bless you!

[@merrywhiterose]

How do you clean popcorn ceilings?

[@vernabryant2894]

Good information

[@lisahenry8250]

Is it true that if you use Dawn on your walls that the paint wont stick if you repaint? I ve been told that but didnt know if it was true...???

[@KashifAwan-pv1gz]

Nice🎉

[@CLPESTATE]

I wonder if that stuff can remove graphite pencil marks.

[@poppyseeds1844]

Question: Parts of a white vinyl tub surround exposed to sun seem to get off-color and are the most difficult to clean. How do you deal with those?

[@LuckyRoseBush-ob6lm]

Carpet cleaner works great

[@blairwillis9199]

Inspiring

[@deebar5218]

Thank u

[@MakeMeThinkAgain]

Do this with TSP instead and you have the best way to prep a wall or ceiling for painting.

[@tennilleevans1171]

Is this good for drywall?

[@emjay2045]

No. Just spot clean after dusting

[@wandagoddard9118]

I wish someone would share how to clean a ceiling

[@wavegodsix]

Thanks so much for this video. Wish I saw this a year ago lol

[@MeowCrasher]

What about textured walls and ceiling? 😿

[@bevieayson6761]

I use one to wash my walls, tiles and floors and windows.

[@PandaHead602]

Inneed that koo along the ell thing the spot is up high it sucks i. Red get it off

[@hawaiiansuperpunchLa]

swiffer power mop swiffer power mop - radio commercial 😂😂

[@paulsharp7857]

Whats the name of mop

[@rishavm8628]

So cool

[@RomeTokyooneway]

And if you have wall paper?

[@joycedavis9996]

i appreciate that you do washed the walls so that i don’t have to🤣

[@Aimerz88]

I wish property managers at apartments knew this. No matter how much i tell them washing the walls isnt a good idea they just dont want to listen.

[@donnaholloway1229]

Why would you do that? Painting over dirt is not recommended.

[@randomviking8676]

How do you clean nicotine stained walls?

[@JeanieWaalkes]

We're do u get flat mop from?😂

[@lindab.1625]

Flat paint is the pits 😢

[@Pecanut]

“Many, many years of cleaning walls …” And how old are you? 😂

[@kikidimitraka9776]

Ελληνικοί υπότιτλοι παρακαλω πολύ.!!!❤

[@aingealtara1479]

.. And people think that I'm crazy for vacuuming my walls 😳☺️ I don't think my walls would like the washing.. It's wallpaper and painted.. I do sometimes give it a cleanse on spots from insects..

[@liana2136]

I like this idea!

[@francesmaurer185]

❤❤❤

[@christinestrohmeyer1701]

I have to admit, that i did not once in my life even hear anyone talk about washing your walls 😬 Is that an American thing to do? We paint our walls about every three years and before that might dust them 🙈

[@bethreiners5568]

I took care of a gal in her 80’s who broke her back washing her walls. I’d never heard of it either! So I asked many people if they washed their walls. About 50/50: they either said “of course, every spring and fall!” Or “I’ve never heard of washing walls.” It was one or the other. No one said “I know I should, but I don’t.”

[@sakshisharma6768]

😍

[@Physcochema7457]

How to clean, worn and stained spaghetti Tupperware that everyone owns?

[@60Airflyte]

You can’t.

[@CleanThatUp]

Unfortunately in my experience if Dawn or Powerwash doesn’t take it out it’s most likely permanently stained the plastic. 😢

[@Notturnoir]

Glass tupperware

[@user-su1kj6bh3x]

Put a small amount of clorox-About a tablespoon and about 1/2 teaspoon of Dawn--let soak in container for about an hour--with hot water---wash out and stains should disappear

[@donnaadams5217]

Toothpaste yeah you read it right cover and leave for 10 mins to how bad it is then scrub clean rinse &rinse . Another is denture tablets pop into hot water in container if there cheap then pop to the dollar.25 store get new

[@buck7477]

I have to clean walls actually have roaches poop and dead roach splatter etc. really bad.

[@liana2136]

Lightly clean then repaint imo.

[@maureentuohy8672]

🤭when I watch these videos my girls say Mom is watching cleaning porn again. 😂😂 It's true! 😊

[@cyncerelycynsitive9011]

I’m curious, how would you vacuum a ceiling? I’m in a new place, the more I knock down spider webs, the more I see.

[@niajeannine]

move. its verru hard to remove

[@javascriptkiddie2718]

I don't think this works on flat paint. You'd turn that entire mop whatever color the wall is and it would look even more dingy