How to Remove Cat Urine From Laminated Floors
Cat urine can completely ruin some surfaces. Luckily, laminated floors are an exception. Laminated flooring is an increasingly popular choice among home owners because of its ease in cleaning and maintenance. Because laminate flooring is relatively non-porous, liquids are not easily absorbed. If cleaned up quickly and thoroughly, the cat urine will leave no lasting marks or odors on your laminate floors.
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Instructions
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Soak up cat urine with paper towels as soon as it is found. Because laminate floors are relatively non-porous, the liquid will sit on top of the laminate floor, making it easy to clean. Avoid letting it sit too long, though, because excessive liquids can seep between the planks, causing the floor to expand.
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Combine one cup of white vinegar with one gallon of warm water. Using a damp mop, mop the area thoroughly to disinfect and eliminate urine odors.
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Wipe the area with a soft, dry cloth to remove any excess liquid. Repeat the process as necessary if any urine odors linger.
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Rinse the area with a damp cloth to remove any lingering smell of vinegar. Dry the area again with a soft, clean cloth to avoid leaving any liquid sitting on your laminate flooring.
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Tips & Warnings
Keep your cat's litter box fresh and clean to minimize any future accidents on your floors.
Seek veterinary attention if your cat frequently urinates outside his litter box. This could be an indication of an illness.
Avoid using abrasive cleaners on your laminate floor, which can damage the finishing.
Never use ammonia-based cleansers when cleaning up cat urine; the smell of ammonia can attract cats to using the area again.
References
- Photo Credit cat image by petar Ishmeriev from Fotolia.com
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boy if this info is wrong! The cat is old and is acting out because of the new baby in the house. My cat has sufficiently destroyed several planks in the same area of the Pergo floor. Urine or any liquid will seep into the cracks of flooring no matter what kind it is. The stench is still there and I will have to replace a whole section of the floor after getting the stink out. What a wonderful thing to have happen when experts don't think about the obvious!
