How to Clean Painted Surfaces

March 31st, 2023

1 min read

Are you overwhelmed by your cleaning to-do list and don't know where to start? Cleaning hard to reach or large areas may be daunting, but maintaining a clean home will provide many benefits for you and your home.

In general, dirt and grime sitting on the paint can ruin it permanently. It can discolor the paint or eventually be hard to clean. Dealing with the repairs of failed paint will be more costly than incorporating a cleaning routine.

Follow this guide for step-by-step instructions and tips for cleaning painted surfaces around your home.

Ceilings

Let's start at the top. Cleaning ceilings consistently gets overlooked, for good reason, but it can be easier than you think. Cleaning ceilings will eliminate a large amount of dust accumulating in your home.

Interior Walls

Interior walls can be overwhelmingly large, by height and width. However, nobody likes to see a layer of dust and dirt sitting on the walls. The task must be done at some point and is now easier with these 7 tips.

Cabinets

Cabinets are the focal point of your kitchen, so they deserve to have regular maintenance and care. It's important to pay attention to handles and the area around them as they catch plenty of dirt and grime.

Exterior

Exterior paint leaves a major first impression, keeping this surface clean will boost your curb appeal. Biannual cleaning is important to prolong the life of exterior paint as well. Luckily, this large task doesn't need to be all yours to do, you can hire a company to power wash your home for you.

Roof

Cleaning your roof biannually will help eliminate dirt or rotting leaves from harming your exterior paint. Roof cleaning also gives you a great time to examine the condition of your home.

Wooden Fence

Damage and deterioration happen quickly to a fence that is poorly managed. Properly cleaning a wooden fence and its paint or stain will prolong its life.

Kaylea Kuhlman

Kaylea is the Content Manager at Brush & Roll Painting, where she leads the company’s marketing strategy, content creation, and brand messaging. She graduated summa cum laude from the University of Nebraska at Omaha with a degree in Journalism and Media Communications and a minor in Marketing, combining strong writing skills with a clear understanding of how to connect with homeowners. Since joining Brush & Roll Painting at the end of 2022, Kaylea has played a key role in shaping how the company communicates with its customers. She works closely with the team to turn real, on-the-job experience into helpful, easy-to-understand content that answers the questions homeowners are already asking. Her approach focuses on clarity, honesty, and making sure people feel confident before starting a painting project. Kaylea’s work helps bridge the gap between technical painting knowledge and everyday decision-making. Whether it’s explaining the difference between paint finishes, helping homeowners choose the right cabinet color, or breaking down what to expect from a professional painting process, her goal is always the same: to make the process feel simple and stress-free. Topics Kaylea Covers: Kaylea writes and creates content across all areas of residential painting, including: -Interior painting (walls, ceilings, trim, and woodwork) -Exterior painting and maintenance -Cabinet painting and refinishing -Deck staining and wood care -Paint colors, finishes, and design decisions -What to expect when hiring a professional painter -Common homeowner questions, concerns, and mistakes to avoid Her content is designed to give homeowners clear answers, set realistic expectations, and help them make confident decisions about their home.

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