Order of work
- Remove dust sheets carefully, folding them in to trap the dust
- Dust from the top down: ceiling corners, shelves, window frames and skirting
- Scrape dried paint splashes from glass with a razor scraper held at a shallow angle
- Remove tape and sticky residue with a little washing-up liquid or a suitable residue remover
- Wipe surfaces, vacuum, then mop the floor
Tips
- Clean up fresh water-based paint straight away with a damp cloth
- Ventilate the room while the paint cures
- Do not use abrasive pads on newly painted surfaces
Bigger jobs
After a full redecoration or building work, a specialist after builders clean removes the fine dust that the first wipe-down misses.
Common questions
How soon can I clean a freshly painted wall?
Wait until the paint is fully cured, which can take a few weeks, and then use a soft cloth and mild soapy water.
Would you rather we did it for you?
Ample Cleaners offers after builders cleaning across Barking, Dagenham, Romford, Ilford and surrounding areas, with DBS-checked cleaners and a fixed price.