How to Safely Remove Pet Stains From a House Without Chemicals
Pet stains are unsightly and can cause odors to permeate a house long after the spots have initially been cleaned. A variety of chemicals are available for personal home use, but these can cause damage to surfaces and are often hazardous to people and pets. Using natural alternatives can provide a safer alternative to these chemicals. Enzymatic cleaners, which are commercially available, devour the bacteria that compose pet stains. Common household products like vinegar and baking soda can alleviate both the stain and the stink of unsightly pet stains. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Wet/Dry vacuum
- Enzyme cleaner
- Vinegar
- Baking soda
- Water
- Towels
- Scrub brush
- Lemon juice
Instructions
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Vacuum the area with a wet/dry vacuum to draw up as much urine from the area as possible. This will also soak up a fair bit of urine from under carpet padding.
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Spray down the area of the pet stain with an enzyme-based cleaner. Enzymes, which are natural microorganisms, devour the bacteria that cause the odor and staining caused by the organic matter in pet urine and defection. Allow the enzyme cleaner to stay for the recommended period of time as designated by the manufacturer.
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Pat the area gently with a towel to dry.
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Sprinkle baking soda on the affected area. Allow to sit for up to five minutes. Spray the baking soda with a mixture of vinegar, diluted by half with warm water. Scrub the area with a deep cleansing scrub brush. Rinse with warm water.
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Towel dry the area by patting the spots gently.
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Tips & Warnings
This approach may take several attempts to remove the stains fully.
If possible, clean accidents before they become stains. The newer the stain, the easier it will be to remove.
If you are working on light-colored carpet or wood, spraying the area with lemon juice and allowing sunlight or heat to fall on the spot may bleach out the stain.
If you are unsure whether the enzymatic cleaner, vinegar or baking soda will damage the surface you are cleaning, test an inconspicuous spot first to ensure no damage occurs.
