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Cleaning Fireplace Smoke Stains off Walls and Ceiling

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Date: 07/14/2005 Topics: Cleaning > Walls | Readers Request > Cleaning  
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I am helping clean a 50 year old house that has severe smoke stains from a fireplace. The painted ceiling and walls of the living room are covered in a combination of dust, smoke from the fireplace and soot. We are currently trying to get it off with Sugar soap but it doesn't seem to be working. The stains have been there for a while as the walls and ceiling haven't been cleaned for a number of years. If anyone has any low cost hints, it would be much appreciated!

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By mel (Guest Post)
TSP does not work on fireplace smoke stains on painted walls! I tried many options, but found that vinegar worked the best. All of them required a lot of elbow grease. Be prepared for sore shoulders no matter what product you use. Painting is faster!

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By MaryBeth Gardner (Guest Post)
I have the same question as Ms. Smithey -- will TSP and/or Krud Kleaner remove the paint from the brick as well as the smoke?

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By Susan Smithey (Guest Post)
Will TSP and/or Krud Kleaner take the paint off the wall? That's what I'm worried about since I don't want to repaint.
Thanks!
Susie

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By beanygurl (113) Contact
like sewingmamma posted, use TSP. It's cheap and it's what the pro cleaners use. Also put an old sheet down on the floor to catch any drips and splatters. Use a scrub brush for rough surfaces such as brick.

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By ED (Guest Post)
Use Krud Kleaner available at Home Depot. Easy and effective. Will also clean oil spills on driveways, etc.

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By sewingmamma (55) Contact
Tri sodium phosphate otherwise known as TSP can be purchased at any hardware store and should remove smoke stains from your walls. Be sure to wear rubber gloves when applying TSP as this is very caustic.
sewingmamma

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