Minor Pet Urine Removal
Before resulting to putting everything under your kitchen sink on a urine stain, please try these steps first. Using the wrong product on some spots can set the spot making it permanent. When urine is first deposited, it has a neutral to slightly acidic pH. At this stage, blot up as much as possible with a towel or paper towel. Make sure the paper towels don’t have a pattern on them because the ink can transfer to your carpet/upholstery. If it is a lot of urine, place a heavy object on your towel or paper towels and leave for about 10 minutes. Now take a clean towel and dampen with water and gently blot the spot. Following up with a solution of one part white vinegar and three parts water will help neutralize any urine that may be a few hours to days old. If you are having some odor or are concerned and want to prevent odor before it starts, there are many products containing enzymes that digest any urine that you did not get out completely. Urine-Off and Natures Miracle work well. Follow the directions on the label. If you have any resoiling in those areas, try cleaning them with just a damp cloth. Many over-the-counter spot removers will just make the situation worse by leaving more residue behind.
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