Remove Shoe Scuff Marks From Your Walls In A Breeze Using WD-40

No matter how well you look after your walls, it's not uncommon to sometimes be met with unsightly scuff marks on your pristine paint. Shoes are among the biggest culprits for this scenario, as it's easy to bump into walls with your feet when you're just walking around your home or taking your shoes off. This is especially the case in the areas of your home that see a lot of foot traffic, like your hallway. But repainting walls to get rid of shoe scuffs can be a costly ordeal, and depending on the size of the marks, it just might not be worth the trouble. Luckily, there are other ways to deal with shoe scuffs. In fact, you can easily remove these unseemly marks from your walls just by wiping them with some WD-40.

While many think of WD-40 as something you can only use to lubricate door hinges or refresh rusty metal, people around the world keep reporting new ways to use this household staple every day. Removing scuffs from walls is just one of the many genius tips for using WD-40 at home. The best thing about this method is that you likely have a can of this trusty product on hand — and if you don't, it's just a quick trip to the store away.

Before you try this hack in your home, make sure the scuffed area is suitable for cleaning with WD-40. Some walls, like those featuring brick, wallpaper, or matte finishes, belong to the places where WD-40 should not be used due to the high damage potential. To make sure your wall can handle the product, test it out first on a small area that's not too noticeable. If it's good to go, dust the area lightly to prep it for treatment. Then, spray some WD-40 onto a microfiber cloth — a little goes a long way — and carefully wipe the scuffed area. For especially stubborn scuffs, try spraying the product directly on the wall, keeping the cloth underneath the can to prevent dripping. Wait for a few minutes before scrubbing the scuff off with a damp cloth.

To avoid the mistakes everyone makes when using WD-40 around the house, do a follow-up wipe to remove any WD-40 residue. Excess product can leave greasy marks on your walls, making your attempts to remove stains futile. To make sure this scenario doesn't happen, dip a clean cloth in warm water mixed with soap and use it to wipe the treated area. You can repeat this step a few times to make sure any traces of oil are gone. Wrap it up by wiping the wall with a clean, dry cloth, and enjoy your scuff-free walls (at least until the next time shoe marks rear their ugly heads)!