Clean the walls without ruining the paint by using natural remedies: the power of essential oils
Walls are obviously a fundamental part of our homes, forming the protective structure and holding the roof up. However, most of us tend to neglect their maintenance, completely forgetting them in our cleaning routines. There's a common misconception that walls don't need to be cleaned, and stains are often not treated until repainting is done.
But walls, like furniture and floors, accumulate dust and can get stained and scuffed, especially in areas near doors and windows, around light switches, next to furniture, and in high-traffic areas. Mold can also be a problem, especially in damp or old houses.
It's important to include walls in your cleaning routine, remembering to clean them at least once a month. But how can we effectively clean our walls without damaging the paint?
For this task, nature comes to our aid, especially when it comes to using essential oils. Let's discover how to use these oils for wall cleaning chores:
Cleaning the walls with essential oils
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- Essential oils are a very effective product for cleaning walls: 8-10 drops in 250 ml of warm water, as is or in combination with other natural remedies will facilitate the removal of stubborn stains.
- White vinegar can be a valuable ally in removing stains from walls, helping to remove grease stains and sanitize surfaces. Add 125 ml of white vinegar to 250 ml of water and 10 drops of essential oil.
- If your issue is with stains left by radiators or ink, you can dissolve 50 grams of grated Marseille soap in a liter of warm water, adding essential oils of your choice.
Whichever remedy you choose, put the mixture in a spray dispenser and perform a test in an inconspicuous area to ensure it will not damage your wall. Then apply it and scrub with a sponge or a soft cloth in upward movements to prevent drips from leaving marks on the surface. If the stains are particularly stubborn, you can apply the cleaner and let it act for 10-15 minutes before scrubbing clean.
Guide to choosing essential oils
You can choose the essential oils for cleaning based on their scent, but it is also useful to base the choice on the properties of each oil - which are as follows:
- Lavender: a natural antibacterial, its floral aroma has a calming power and is perfect for treating walls at risk of becoming moldy, because it prevents fungal growth and eliminates bad smell;
- Peppermint: refreshing and revitalizing, it is also an antibacterial that eliminates bad odors and wards off parasites;
- Eucalyptus: has a fresh and balsamic scent and repels parasites, in particular dust mites;
- Pine: has a beneficial effect on one's mood and helps eliminate fungi and mold, as well as having antibacterial and antiviral properties;
- Thyme: promotes tranquility and alertness and has antibacterial and antiviral properties useful for repelling parasites;
- Lemon: has an energizing aroma and antibacterial and antiviral properties; helps remove grease and oil stains and eliminates unpleasant odors;
- Tea tree: an antibacterial and antiviral par excellence, this oil wards off parasites and stops the growth of mold; its aroma is calming.
What is your favorite essential oil and have you ever used it to clean the walls?