Painting Over Soot Stains
- 1). Vacuum the soot stain with a brush attachment to remove any loose soot.
- 2). Rub the stain with a soot sponge. This will remove most soot stains.
- 3). Dip a clean cloth in rubbing alcohol and dab the soot stain if the stain is still visible after using the soot sponge. Rinse the area with a cloth dipped in clean water. Let the area dry.
- 4). Place a drop cloth on the floor and line the edges and molding with painter's tape.
- 5). Pour primer into a paint tray. Paint the edges and trim with primer using a paint brush. Use a paint roller to paint the large, open areas with primer. Let dry overnight.
- 6). Clean the brush, roller, and paint tray. Pour paint into the paint tray and paint the edges and trim with a paint brush. Use a roller to cover the large areas with paint. Let dry overnight. Add a second coat.
