How can I get smoke off a wall?

Question

The wall above our fireplace has a black tinge because of the smoke. How can I get this off?

Answer 1

We have a wood stove and I know what you are going through. The best thing that I have found to use it hot water with Dawn dish washing liquid and a soft scrub brush or wash cloth. You could even try ammonia mixed with water, but don't mix too strong and ventilate the area well. You can put a fan in the window to suck out the fumes if needed.

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Answer 2

Use TriSodium Phosphate (TSP).  Follow the instructions on the container.  I know it is used by professionals for cleaning up after fire damage.

Answer 3

look it up on ehow or something

Answer 4

"Simple Green" has worked for me in the past.