Cleaning painted walls may seem like a daunting task, but it’s actually quite simple, albeit time-consuming. When washing walls, whether you’re doing yearly cleaning or getting rid of a stubborn stain ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." Before you get started, note that eggshell, flat and satin paint finishes are the most delicate and ...

Fingerprints? Pencil marks? Scratches? Walk with us through this guide on how to remove them without removing your paint. I vividly remember the first few weeks in the home we'd recently moved into, ...

Stop. Before scrolling any further, note that the first step of washing walls is identifying the material and type of paint finish that you'll be cleaning. Don't use water on walls made of unsealed ...

To keep your walls looking like new, all it takes is periodic dusting, prompt spot and stain removal, and occasional patching of scrapes and chips. 1. Dust your way to clean walls. In most rooms, the ...

Even on my best Sunday, when I have it in me to do a deep clean of my apartment, I always feel like I forgot about an area. A few places I’d bet a lot of people, myself included, forget to clean (or ...

Let's be honest — it can get pretty tough to keep your walls looking totally clean at every moment. Whether you have rambunctious pets or children who like to use the walls as a coloring book, a "less ...

Humans built the first walls thousands of years ago, and we’ve been avoiding cleaning them ever since. Smudges around light switches? Of course. A sponge and some gentle soap, and those high-traffic ...

Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of experience in the home space and 10 years of editing experience. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over ...

I vividly remember the first few weeks in the home we'd recently moved into, freshly painted with Benjamin Moore's iconic color, White Dove (which, as you might imagine, is a beautiful shade of white ...