Clean & Maintain a Pink Salt Wall (Step-by-Step)

Pink Himalayan salt walls give that warm, amber glow and natural texture people love. Keeping them neat is easy if you manage dust and humidity and skip liquids. Here’s a practical routine you can hand to staff or installers.

What you’ll need

• Dry microfiber cloths
• Soft brush (paintbrush/duster)
• Small vacuum with a brush attachment
• Optional: air blower (camera bulb style)
• Optional (polished tiles only): isopropyl alcohol 70% in a fine-mist bottle
• Hygrometer/dehumidifier if your space runs humid
• Salt dissolves in water. Avoid water, steam, and standard cleaners.
• Quick care (weekly)

1. Dry dust — Lights off (cool surface). Wipe with microfiber or a soft brush, top → bottom.
2. Edges & seams — Use a vacuum’s brush head along joints and base.
3. Fingerprints (polished only) — Lightly mist a corner of the cloth with isopropyl (not water), dab, then buff dry.

• Monthly checks
• Joints & chips: Minor chips happen with natural stone. If a piece feels loose, pause use and call the installer.
• Backlighting: Replace dim LED runs with same color temp (keep the glow consistent).
• Humidity: Aim 40–55% RH. Sustained >60% can cause “sweating” or pitting. A compact dehumidifier fixes most issues fast.
• Quarterly deep tidy

1. Power down and let the wall cool.
2. Brush seams gently; vacuum dust that falls.
3. Clean the floor line with a shield (thin cardboard between base and tiles so you don’t scuff the salt).
4. If you spot light surface crust in humid climates, dry-wipe only. Don’t melt it with water.

• Avoid
• Water, steam, vinegar, detergents, glass cleaner
• Abrasive pads, stiff brushes, pressure
• HVAC vents blasting directly at the wall
• Long periods of high humidity without ventilation
• Spills—what to do
• Powders/dust: Vacuum + microfiber.
• Oil/grease: Blot dry. For polished tiles only, a tiny isopropyl dab, then buff dry.
• Water splash: Pat dry right away; run a dehumidifier for a few hours.
• Saunas & warm rooms
• Keep heat sources a few inches off the surface. Follow LED/backlight max temp limits. Ventilate after sessions to clear moisture.
• Storage (spares)
• Store sealed, off the floor, in a dry place. Add a small desiccant pack if your climate is humid.
• CTA: Need a maintenance kit or replacement tiles sized to your wall? Salt Bricks Wall LLC can match your exact brick/tile spec and ship fast.
• FAQ
• Can I seal a salt wall? Generally not recommended; most sealers alter color/texture.
• Can I use glass cleaner? No—many contain water/ammonia. Stick to dry methods.
• Best humidity range? 40–55% RH.