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How can I clean smoke film from my wallpaper?

Smoke Film Removal from Wallpaper

To remove a smoke film from vinyl wallpaper, try washing the wallpaper with a solution of 1/2 cup borax, 2 tablespoons soap flakes (like Ivory Flakes), 1 tablespoon ammonia, and one gallon of warm water. Use full strength in a spray bottle or add two cups to a pail of warm water.

Regular wallpaper is not meant to be washed, but you can use the same solution as above, just proceed with caution and do not overwet it.

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5/4/2007 7:02:19 AM
madhavi said:

hey i was wondering if i could use the same for cleaning the walls after fire.n ya any advice for the roof?
thanks!

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