The Process
Now that you have all the tools, it’s time to start cleaning! Refer to the list above and follow these steps:
Tape off around the area
This is a good measure against accidental spilling of anything harmful. It will prevent a big mess if a bottle falls over during your work.
Be careful around edges
These are usually more delicate than other parts of the textured ceiling. Cleaning these without scratching the edges is essential to retain their structural integrity.
Wash your cloth
Don’t use it for anything other than what’s intended. Your microfiber cloths are better suited for this type of task, so wash them often if you need to wipe too much dirt off. Don’t leave them lying around where they can pick up dust.
Do not pressure wash or scrub
This will apply especially if your ceiling is painted or has wallpaper glued on top of it. You can scrape off some dirt if you need to, but any additional pressure will only make things worse.
Don’t spray all at once
Give each section a few sprays before wiping with rag/microfiber cloth. This way, you won’t be wasting product by using too much cleaner or having excess dirt rubbed back into the ceiling after cleaning.
Don’t spend too much time working on one area
Keep changing your position if possible. For example, if you want to clean a section of 10 square feet, spend 30 seconds to 1 minute cleaning each square foot all over again. This will ensure that you clean every part properly.
If Necessary, Hire Professional Help
Even though this guide explains how to clean a textured ceiling yourself, there are certain jobs that an amateur can’t do. If you have any doubts about your ability to clean your ceiling properly, it’s best to hire someone who specializes in this type of thing.
Conclusion
Textured ceilings are harder to clean than regular flat surfaces. It’ll take longer and use up more resources to get the best results most of the time. However, if you follow this guide closely, you can save yourself a lot of unnecessary work and still get good results!
