How to Remove Pet Odor From Concrete

Concrete is porous and can absorb pet odors.

Concrete basements, or even carpeted concrete, can receive a gift from one of your pets. This pet odor can be long-lasting and an assault to the senses. Contrary to what many people believe, concrete is porous. Being porous means that liquids spilled on concrete are absorbed. Once concrete absorbs the liquid, it also can absorb the smell associated with it. Removing pet odors can be difficult to remove, but it is not impossible.

Things You'll Need

• White vinegar
• Hard-bristled brush
• Enzymatic cleaner

Instructions

1. Open windows and turn on a fan to ventilate the room.

2. Create a mixture that is 1 part white vinegar and 1 part water. A weaker mix of 2 parts water and 1 part vinegar can be used as well. If you have proper ventilation, then the stronger mix is recommended.

3. Use a hard-bristled brush to scrub the affected area.

4. Spray the affected area with an enzymatic cleaner. Follow the instructions on the container for proper use.

Tips & Warnings

• If the above does not work, then create a paste of baking soda and white vinegar. Apply the paste to the affected area and let it sit for about 12 hours. Scrub it off with a hard-bristled brush, then try the enzymatic cleaner again.

• Never use ammonia to clean up pet urine. This might cause the animal to think that the affected area is the new restroom spot in the house.

References

• Old Fashioned Living: Odors Around Our Homes–-Tips for Freshening Up
• Home Repair Geek: Remove Pet Urine Off Concrete

Resources

• Home Life Weekly: Cat Urine Smell Remover Recipe for Free