How to Clean a Wood Beam Ceiling
- 1). Dust all the beams with a telescoping cleaning pole that has a microfiber or wool head. A telescoping pole expands so you can reach high areas without a ladder. The softer cleaning head will protect the finishes from scratching.
- 2). Lay down tarps to protect furniture and floor if the beams have built up grime and need washing. Add one or two caps of an oil-based cleaner into a bucket of water and follow the manufacturer's directions.
- 3). Use a soft cloth head on your telescoping cleaning tool. This way you can wipe the beams without the help of a ladder. Dip the head into the bucket and wring it out with your hands. Wipe the area with the soft cloth. Switch the head on the tool and dry the areas.
- 4). Set up a sturdy ladder if you need to get closer to the beams. Use a mop to reach difficult areas. Dip the mop head into the cleaning solution and wring out the excess moisture. Dry the damp areas as soon as possible.
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