How to quickly wash the ceiling without stains: housewives secrets

It often happens that, putting things in order in the apartment, the owners forget about the ceiling. It is believed that it is the least susceptible to pollution: objects are not installed on it, they are practically not touched, unlike the floor and walls. However, unlike the floor and walls, on the ceiling you can’t hide all kinds of spots, stains and other problem areas. In addition, the ceilings are usually light colors, so any dirt on them will be visible to the naked eye. In the kitchen, the ceiling is most susceptible to contamination, so regular cleaning is a must. Perfectly clean ceiling without streaks - decoration of any apartment!

Stretch ceiling in the kitchen

How to wash a painted ceiling

Ceilings used to be whitewashed. Any dirt was hidden in a new layer. There was no question of wet cleaning the ceiling. Now whitewashing has been replaced by new coating methods: stretch ceilings, oil paint, polystyrene tiles and others. Oil paint, although less environmentally friendly (it clogs the pores, obstructing ventilation), but allows for wet cleaning of the ceiling. The ceiling, treated with oil paint, can be safely washed with water with the addition of cleaning products (cloth, sponge or mop). After this, the surface must be wiped well and left to dry.

An alternative to oil paint is a water-based polyvinyl acetate-based emulsion composition. Such ceilings are afraid of wet cleaning, as stains and streaks may appear. In this case, use special wet wipes or a vacuum cleaner. Before this napkin you first need to clean the least visible part of the ceiling and, if the result is positive, then you can clean the entire ceiling.

False ceiling in the kitchen

How to wash a stretch ceiling

The popularity of suspended ceilings is easy to explain. With the help of such a ceiling, you can give your home a unique style. In addition, they are not afraid of deformation, dust, they do not lose their original color, do not crack. Ceilings of this type are different: matte, glossy, white, colored, plain and decorated with patterns, aluminum, but even such a miracle of modern design sometimes needs to be cleaned, especially in the kitchen. How to do it right?

The first thing you need to pay attention to when cleaning a suspended ceiling is not to use hard brushes or sponges so as not to damage the surface of the ceiling. For this purpose, the best option is a foam sponge or a flannel rag. You can moisten a sponge or rag in water with a small concentration of soap. In no case is it recommended to use abrasive products or a cream with solid particles. It is also undesirable to wash the ceiling with soda - it can damage a smooth surface. In general, you should always remember that the surface of a stretch ceiling is very fragile and vulnerable to scratches, especially gloss. Before cleaning, it is better to remove all jewelry from your hands: rings, bracelets. The ceiling must be wiped in a circular motion, slightly pressing on it.

As mentioned earlier, a sponge or rag can be wetted in soapy water. If the ceiling is glossy, soap stains may remain on it. To remove them after washing, wipe the surface well with a dry cloth. Glossy stretch ceiling is recommended to be washed with a special microfiber cloth.Using such a napkin, you can easily eliminate all stains, as it absorbs moisture perfectly.

What, besides soap, is it still possible to wash stretch ceilings? For this purpose, experts recommend using special detergents designed to wash stretch ceilings. Such products eliminate any pollution without any problems. They are not cheap, but experts advise using such products, especially for cleaning the ceiling in the kitchen. After them there are no stains left.

Sponge and soap solution for washing the ceiling

As for the means intended for washing stretch ceilings, it is important that they do not contain acetone. The fact is that acetone can negatively affect the appearance of the ceiling surface. Again, before use, it is advisable to check such a detergent in any inconspicuous area. To do this, apply a little substance to the surface and wait about 15 minutes. If all goes well, you can continue to work. If the surface color has changed, unevenness has appeared, then this remedy must be discarded.

Recall that while cleaning the ceiling, it is necessary to press on it lightly without applying excessive force. Using a mop will simplify this process, especially if the walls in the apartment are high. It is also impossible to press hard here - this is fraught with deformations or cracks and, as a result, replacement of the ceiling. And the lower the degree of pressure, the better.

The suspended ceiling can also be washed with a vacuum cleaner. However, you need to be sure that the structure is attached securely. Otherwise, there is a risk that any part may be damaged. If a cobweb or dust is found in some part of the ceiling, then it is better to remove it with a rag or panicle. It is undesirable to use a vacuum cleaner in this case.

You can also add that it is recommended to wash the suspended ceiling about once every six months, in the kitchen - and more often. We think that now you know how to wash a stretch ceiling at home.

Aluminum ceiling

How to wash a plastic ceiling

Experience shows that most often in the apartment the ceiling is polluted precisely in the kitchen. This is easy to explain - it is in the kitchen that the most aggressive conditions (humidity, temperature, fat) are present, so special requirements must be made to the ceiling in the kitchen: it must be cleaned well, not absorb moisture and other substances. The plastic ceiling fully complies with these requirements. Plastic tile is not difficult to wash, unlike stretch ceilings or whitewashed.

In the kitchen, over time, all surfaces acquire a yellowish tint: walls, tiles, fridge. The ceiling is no exception. It needs timely care, and then this problem will not be. Ceiling tiles also need to be cleaned at regular intervals.

Ceiling detergents

In order not to constantly stand on a stepladder or table, and then not to move it or it constantly, you can use a mop for washing - it will be more convenient and faster. In addition, the mop will allow you to easily clean the tiles in hard to reach places (for example, to clean the ceiling skirting).

How and with what to wash a plastic ceiling? How to wash it? The following tools are suitable for this:

  • soap solution;
  • dishwashing liquid;
  • ammonia.

Using a soap solution to wash plastic tiles is the easiest and cheapest option. Soap is suitable here. Soap should be a light color. Soap is mixed with hot water until foam appears. Dishwashing detergents are used in the same way - they must be mixed until foam is formed. Well, ammonia should not foam. Despite this, it effectively removes any dirt from the tiles.

Aluminum golden ceiling

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