How Do You Clean Smoke Damage From Walls And Fixtures After A Small Fire?
Smoke can make a mess of walls, drapes and fixtures. Although the task looks daunting, there are ways to make cleaning soot and odors efficient–and nearly painless. Throw away any foods in open packages near the site of the fire because they may be contaminated. In the bathroom, throw out cosmetics, medicines, toothpaste and other items that are open. Clear the air. If your house uses forced hot air, change the air filter on your furnace. Check the filters on your air conditioning and change if needed. Tape or tack cheesecloth over the intake and outlet air registers. This will collect any soot particles in the air and in the house’s heating and cooling system. Vacuum furniture, carpeting, mini-blinds and drapery. Blinds and drapes may need to be washed or dry cleaned. If you use a dry cleaner, make sure they have smoke damage experience. Wipe down all the leaves of house plant as the soot can kill them. Clean quickly with usual cleaners. Those with an orange smell are especially good
