March 26, 2013
10 Musts for Spring Cleaning – Wash Baseboards
If I was going to complete only one spring cleaning task it would be to wash baseboards. Clean baseboards make a room look fresh and clean and can even make your paint look better. As with anything, there are many different ways to complete a task. Choosing a method that works for you and uses products you already have and like is key. Vacuuming the edges first will make the process easier and give you better results.
I’ve tried numerous methods to clean my baseboards and have found that the best method is using a little borax and warm water or just plain old dish soap (just a little squirt) and warm water. I like to use a microfiber cloth that’s wrung almost dry or a skoy cloth using the same method. Keep a dry microfiber on hand to catch drips and get to work.
Work from left to right around your rooms, making sure to rinse your rag or sponge often and change your water when it gets dingy. (I like to combine the door frame with baseboard cleaning, but you can save it for when you wash doors too.)
So what do you say? Ready to clean those baseboards?
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TanyaS Says
Do you have a way to print in black and white? If so, I can’t find it. If I just print to my regular laser jet, it prints real lightly on the times when you have used the light blue or light green colors. I wanted to know if you have a button to switch it before printing. Thanks!
Ashley Says
When you print something, you should check the box that says “Greyscale” in order to make it black and white. That, or tell your printer just to use the black cartridge.
Emma Says
Just wondering, when you wash your baseboards, do you move your heavy furniture items (eg fridge, bed, dressers etc) to clean the boards behind them or do you just do what you can reasonably get to? Loving this motivation, by the way!!
Becky Says
Post authorGreat question Emma! If I can I do OR if I can’t move it, I use a long handled duster and get behind the furniture. I always opt for the reasonable to get to philosophy 🙂
xo, Becky
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Becky Says
Post authorI can’t change that, but there should be a way for you to change that – when you get this comment it should give you that option – to turn it off.
KatieP Says
Totally off topic… What is the name of the wall color in these photos? I’ve wandered on the site some but haven’t been able to find it. Thanks in advance and always for the cleaning tips as well!
Becky Says
Post authorRevere Pewter by Benjamin Moore – love it!
Ingrid Wise Says
Can I ask what paint color you have on your walls?
Ingrid Wise Says
Nevermind 🙂 I see it has been asked….
cathy Says
After I clean my baseboards I know they are going to need a paint job. What color do you paint your baseboards? The wall color or another contrasting color?
Becky Says
Post authorI use a bright white semi gloss paint that’s specifically for trim and doors.
xo, becky
l.l. Says
I do not have washable paint. When i use a wet cloth on the wall the paint comes off on my cloth. What should I do?
Morgan Says
I love your white bucket that you use for cleaning your baseboards and floors. Where is it from?
Anne Says
I have the same bucket and I love it. I bought it at Container Store about 4 or 5 years ago.
Shar Says
I just found this website and LOVE it! The information and instructions are amazingly helpful! I also appreciate all of the questions, advice, and feedback from all those participating in the forum. I have learned a lot already – I will let you know how it goes, once I get started!
Janice Says
Becky,
I have white baseboards and cabinets. In my laundry room I have spilled liquid laundry detergent and just found out. I guess because its under the sink It didn’t show. How can I get it off? I’ve tried wiping it with warm to hot water.
I’ve tried goggling it but everything comes up how to clean baseboards.
Thanks
Janice
b r Says
Post authorTry carefully wiping with white vinegar – hope it works!