How to Remove Cat Urine Odor From Upholstery
If your cat has been misbehaving these days, you may have noticed that your furniture doesn't smell quite as clean as it used to. Cat urine is a potent, unmistakable smell that can linger long after your cat has moved on to other mischief. Removing cat-urine odor from upholstery may seem like an impossible task, but with the right materials, it's a quick and easy process. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Paper towels
- Damp cloth
- White vinegar
- Spray bottle
- Baking soda
- Vacuum cleaner
Instructions
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Blot up as much urine as you can with paper towels, being careful not to press too hard and push the urine deeper into the upholstery. Dampen the area with a damp cloth if it is dry.
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Mix 1 part white vinegar and 2 parts warm water in a spray bottle.
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Spray the area with the solution to saturate it.
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Wipe the area with a cloth or paper towels to clean up the urine.
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Rub the area with a clean, damp cloth.
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Sprinkle baking soda liberally onto the damp area. The baking soda will help to draw moisture out of the upholstery, helping to curb the odor and speed drying, too.
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Vacuum up the baking soda after the area is dry using the vacuum cleaner's brush attachment.
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Tips & Warnings
Avoid using harsh chemicals and abrasives because they may damage your upholstery.
Never use ammonia to clean up cat urine. It smells similar to cat urine and may cause your cat to return to the scene of the crime for a repeat performance.
References
- Photo Credit cat image by petar Ishmeriev from Fotolia.com
