For many people, cleaning the ceiling can be a difficult task. All kinds of cleaning methods exist, yet it’s important to know what kind of texture you have before starting your job. The following article will present some common sense rules to follow so that your textured ceiling turns out clean and well-maintained!
Explanation Of Textured Ceilings
There are two main types of textured ceilings: popcorn and orange peel. There are other textures, but they do not differ much from these two main categories. Orange peel texture is usually in upscale homes or businesses. It’s smooth with shallow indentations that create raised lines all over the surface. These can come in various shapes and thicknesses throughout its overall look, giving it a unique appearance. The popcorn texture is the opposite of the orange peel. It’s rough with shallow indentations that create very noticeable large or small lumps all over the surface.
What You Should Know About Cleaning Textured Ceilings
Using the wrong cleaning methods can damage your textured ceiling if you lack patience and attention to detail. For instance, using a pressure washer on a textured ceiling will only succeed in scratching off pieces from its surface, leaving some parts clean while others dirty looking. Using a scrubbing brush on your ceiling will leave it even more scuffed than before unless the texture is extremely smooth. The way to avoid these issues is by observing the type of texture you have first, following all cleaning steps carefully yet efficiently, removing stains as soon as they appear to avoid permanent damage to your ceiling.
What You Will Need
Cleaning a textured ceiling may be simple, but it requires the right tools. Make sure to have plenty of time too, as it can take several hours for this task. The following are things that you will need:
- A ladder: Make sure you have a sturdy, extendable ladder. This will ensure that you can reach the entire ceiling from any point in your house.
- A bucket: You can use a traditional bucket with water and soap or purchase a specialized tool for this task.
- Rag/Microfiber cloth: These are the best tools to wipe up excess dirt. They are also easy to wash.
- Cleaning product(s): There are many options depending on how you want your ceiling to look that day. Make sure not to use something with bleach as it can cause discoloration.
- Dust mask: Depending on how much dust is up there, you may need one of these (to prevent allergic reactions). Eye protection is recommended as well, as you don’t want to get dust in your eyes.
