How to Clean Smoke Damage

Smoke damage can occur after a fire or simply from an overcooked dinner. Typically, smoke damage in the home affects the kitchen area or living room. If you have had a small fire, the resulting smoke damage can lead to breathing problems, especially for children and older adults. It is important to clean any smoke damage right away to protect the health of the family.

Things You'll Need

• Spray Bottle
• Vinegar
• Soft scrubbing brush
• Rag

Instructions

1. Fill the spray bottle half with steaming water, and half with a normal-size vinegar bottle. Turn the sprayer to the off position and shake well. Remember to turn the sprayer back on.

2. Begin at a corner of the smoke damage. Spray three or four squirts of the mixture. Let the solution sit for 30 seconds.

3. Scrub the smoke damage with the brush. With circular strokes, scour the area thoroughly.

4. Spray the same location a second time. Use the rag to wipe the remaining soot off the area. Let the area air-dry.

5. Repeat the steps until the smoke damage is completely clean.