Title: How to Clean a Black Smoke Stain Off of a Painted Wall | eHow
Headings: How to Clean a Black Smoke Stain Off of a Painted Wall
How to Clean a Black Smoke Stain Off of a Painted Wall
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Content: How to Clean a Black Smoke Stain Off of a Painted Wall | eHow
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How to Clean a Black Smoke Stain Off of a Painted Wall
By Shara JJ Cooper
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Shara JJ Cooper
Shara JJ Cooper graduated with a bachelor's degree in journalism in 2000, and has worked professionally ever since. She has a passion for community journalism, but likes to mix it up by writing for a variety of publications. Cooper is the owner/editor of the Boundary Sentinel, a web-based newspaper. eHow may earn compensation through affiliate links in this story. Things You'll Need
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Soot stains will come off with the right cleaner. Soot stains are dark, sticky and difficult to remove. They occur from cigarettes, candles, kitchen fires and hearth fires. However, with the proper tools, you can scrub off soot stains without damaging the painted walls beneath. The key is to use cleaners that are strong enough to remove the smoke stains without peeling or scrubbing off the paint. If the smoke damage is extensive, it is better to paint over the smoke stains with a primer and fresh paint to hide the stains and to also seal in any smoke odors.