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Vacuuming Walls and Ceilings

By Sarah Aguirre, About.com

How to Vacuum Ceilings and Walls: Use your vacuum cleaner attachments to add an extender hose and a dust brush tool. Begin by vacuuming the ceiling and work your way down the walls.

How to Vacuum Ceiling and Wall Vents: Use the dust brush tool and/or the crevice tool to clean dust that accumulates around the air vents in your home.

How Often to Vacuum Ceilings and Walls:

Ceilings and walls only need to be vacuumed 2-3 times a year. If you have wallpaper that is puffy and flocked, it may need to be vacuumed monthly. Air vents need to be vacuumed weekly when heating and air units are in use.

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