how do you clean soot off walls

Cleaning soot off walls requires a dry-first approach — a HEPA vacuum with a brush attachment or a dry-cleaning chemical sponge before any liquid touches the surface. Using water first is the most common mistake: it drives soot into the paint and drywall, creating permanent staining. This LA guide covers the two-stage cleaning process, how to handle different wall surfaces (painted drywall, brick, textured plaster), and when soot coverage requires professional fire restoration. Call (818) 336-1800.