How to clean walls

What is the best way to remove marks and scuffs from painted walls?

Let’s be honest… keeping your walls mark-free when you’ve got kids or pets is basically a full-time job 😅

From crayon “artwork” to mystery scuffs in the hallway, it doesn’t take much for walls to start looking a bit tired.

But before you reach for the paint… try these easy fixes first

1. Ink, Pen & “Creative Moments” 🎨

We’ve all been there… one minute everything’s fine, the next there’s a masterpiece on the wall!

Before panicking:

• Spray a little hairspray onto a cloth (not directly onto the wall!)

• Gently rub over the mark

✦ Strong Hold Hairspray

For tougher pen marks:

• Dab lightly with rubbing alcohol

✦ Rubbing Alcohol

And for delicate wallpaper:

• A tiny bit of white (non-gel) toothpaste can help lift the stain

2. Everyday Marks & Scuffs

These are the ones we all get especially in hallways and kitchens 👇

Crayon & Wax Marks

• Use a magic eraser with gentle pressure

✦ Magic Erasers

Or:

• Make a paste with bicarbonate of soda and water

• Gently rub with a sponge

✦ Bicarbonate of Soda
✦ Non-Scratch Sponge

Grease & Kitchen Marks

If you’ve got splashes or greasy marks:

• Use diluted sugar soap in warm water

✦ Sugar Soap

For fresh grease spots:

• A little lemon juice works wonders

SCUFF TIP 💡

For everyday fingerprints and marks:

• Mix equal parts white vinegar and warm water

• Wipe with a microfibre cloth

✦ White Vinegar
✦ Microfibre Cloths

For higher areas:

• Use a flat mop or extendable tool

✦ Flat Head Mop / Extendable Cleaner

Perfect for ceilings, corners, and those awkward spots!

3. Know Your Wall Type (This Matters!)

This is really important before you start scrubbing 👇

Matte Paint

• More delicate

• Can go shiny if you scrub too hard

So always:

• Use soft cloths or gentle pads

Gloss or Durable Paint

• Can handle a bit more cleaning

• Great for high-traffic areas like hallways

Busy Home Tip 🐾

Hallways always take the worst of it coats, bags, shoes…

• Use a bit of vinegar on kitchen roll to remove rubber scuffs quickly

And if you’ve got pets:

• Add a wall protector behind food bowls to stop splashes

✦ [Wall Protector / Splash Guard

Lynsey’s Final Tip 💛

Walls are one of those things we forget about… until we really notice them!

But a quick wipe here and there makes such a difference and saves you having to repaint.

Keep it light, keep it regular, and don’t panic most marks will come off much easier than you think ✨