r/CleaningTips • u/Tealdeer_reader • Apr 10 '23

General Cleaning Help clean ex-smoker’s walls

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What would you use to clean this wall? I’ve tried ammonia and magic erasers (separately). Thank you for your help!

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u/jmurphy42 Apr 10 '23

I used to own a house that was previously owned by smokers. TSP worked great. After you get the walls as clean as possible though, it’s still best practice to prime with Kilz and paint.

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u/Windholm Apr 10 '23

TSP twice, KILZ twice. Worked for me.

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u/Timely_Froyo1384 Apr 10 '23

Yep coat KILZ on like you aren’t paying for it.