How to Clean Your Walls

To Clean Your Walls, Chantel Recommends That You Mix 2 Cups of Warm Water, 1 Tablespoon of White Vinegar, and 1 Tablespoon of Dishwashing Liquid. Pour the Mix into a Spray Bottle or Wet the Base of Your Mop with the Solution.

Vinegar Versus Disinfecting Wipes

I Was Curious to See If This Trick Would Work Not Only with Vinegar, Water, and Soap, but with Disinfecting Cloths. on One Half of a Room, I Used the Vinegar Solution, and on the Other Half, I Used a Bleach-Free Clorox Scentiva Wet Mopping Cloth (Buy at Target, $5.99 for 24, Prices Vary).

How to Make Your House Smell Good: Cleaning Walls

By Maya Lin-Takahashi

• Oct 9, 2026 • 3 min read

How to Make Your House Smell Good: Cleaning Walls

Direct Answer • Key Takeaway

Have You Ever Wondered About the Source of Hidden Odors in Your Home? Vacuuming, Mopping, and Cleaning Doesn’t Always Eliminate These Unwanted Scents. You Might Think Your House Simply Has a Smell and There’s Nothing You Can Do About It — but That’s Not Necessarily the Case. It Might Be Time to Try a Neglected Trick: Cleaning Your Walls.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Consumer Tech & Gadget Reviewer

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.

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