How to Clean a Ceiling Fan and Wall Sconce
May 20th, 2010 | Published in decor, DIY, lighting | 8 Comments
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It is vital that you clean your ceiling fan and wall sconce carefully. Most people do not take the time to properly clean these fixtures. If not cleaned the right way then you may slowly damage your expensive lighting fixtures. It is important to use the right type of cleaning products and tools. Take you time and do not rush your way through this task. It is important to have a sturdy ladder or base to stand on. This will help avoid harm from falling to the floor. Try to have someone near by to help you stay safe and stable. Following the cleaning instructions given to you at the time of purchase it the best way to preserve these fixtures.
Metal parts of your lighting fixtures should be cleaned with a soft cloth. Moisten it with lukewarm water and a mild soap solution. Carefully go over all metal parts very slowly. This will help avoid any unwanted accidents to the glass of your wall sconce. Take you time to look over your work and then dry all metal parts. Use a dry soft cloth to dry and buff your wall sconce. It is important to never use a metal cleaning solution on a wall sconce or ceiling fan. These polishes contain abrasives that may harm the finish on these delicate lighting fixtures.
If you ceiling fan or wall sconce has any wood components then wood polish is fine. Avoid getting any of the wood polish on the metal part of the fixture. Wipe away any residue that is left behind from the polish. This will help avoid any damage to the glass and metals surfaces. Glass surfaces can be cleaned carefully in a sink. Lay a thick towel at the bottom of the sink and fill with warm water. Next add a bit of mild cleaning solutions and wipe carefully. Quickly dry and reattach all glass fixtures.
Your ceiling fan and wall sconce will look just like new after using these cleaning methods. Cleaning should be done weekly to monthly depending on the amount of dust that normally accumulates in its environment.
This article has been provided by Julia Ritzenthaler, owner and founder of several online boutique home furnishing stores including http://www.UniqueLightFixture.com/ visit or call 1-866-526-1843 for more information.
June 4th, 2010 at 2:09 am (#)
It is very necessary to clean the fan and light wall carefully. I Have seen many times that Most people do not take the time to clean these items. Cleaning should be done weekly, monthly accumulation, depending on the amount of dust that normally in the environment. By the way, Thank you very much for sharing.
August 16th, 2010 at 2:45 am (#)
Thanks for sharing. I agree with garden office, cleaning should be done weekly to prevent dust accumulation.
August 25th, 2010 at 10:57 am (#)
i was thinking about doing the process above, but have some general questions
August 25th, 2010 at 10:59 am (#)
I have moved into offices and have found a quarter inch of dust on the fan. Its hard to get up there, but well worth the cleaning. I will be back with my questions
September 10th, 2010 at 7:30 am (#)
Hey jesse K. slingerland, When you engage in this cleaning ritual do you use something to cover you face because of all the dust and spores that seem to get into your personal system through the nostrils. I have had this problem and can recommend some great products to place over the nose. Just say the work I will keep and eye or two on this thread.
September 12th, 2010 at 4:02 pm (#)
thanks for the great post on keeping our fixtures clean jess hun, this all leads to great imporvement on our quality of air and life! Thanks for reminding us to cover our holes libb haha, you %#@$! animal!
September 13th, 2010 at 8:40 am (#)
when you clean fans take great care and effert to control where the dust goes. I once cleaned a fan at a new office and it was caked with dust. Long story short.. the dust went everywhere. I could have used one of those masks Lib is talking about.
February 25th, 2011 at 1:34 pm (#)
Great article Julie, I shared it with a few of my clients and they thought it was great. Looking forward to more articles.