Tips on how to Remove Dog Urine

No matter how disgusting it sounds, it must be done. Here are some ways by which carpet stain removal will be possible and will help you to remove dog urine from carpet.

Paper Towel

If the puddle is still fresh, then place paper towels on it and soak as much of the pee as you can. This will ensure that the stain does not become deep and set there permanently. It will also ensure that the carpet does not emit a smell.

Vinegar

    Take some white vinegar and mix it in water, in a 50:50 ratio.
    Now take the mixture and pour it over the stain so that it percolates deep into the carpet and covers the entire stain.
    Then take a hard brush and scrub over the area (make sure you use the right pressure so as not to damage the carpet).
    Now blot it with some paper towels.
    The vinegar will act as a neutralizing agent for the ammonia in the dog pee.

Baking Soda and Hydrogen Peroxide

    Take a good amount of (about a handful of) baking soda and pour over the dried stain.
    Then mix 3 % of hydrogen peroxide with some detergent(about 1 tsp).
    Be careful about the type of dish washing liquid you use. Make sue it is not caustic.
    Now pour this mixture over the baking soda.
    Now work this paste into the carpet with your fingers or a brush.
    Let dry and then use a vacuum cleaner on it.

Toothpaste

    It might sound pretty unconventional, but take some toothpaste (any will do) and put it on the stain after diluting it with warm water.
    Now take an old toothbrush and scrub the area carefully.

Absorbing Granules

There are certain products in the market that contain absorbing granules in them. These granules have absorbing agents in them that soak up the pee and also act as a cleaning agent.

    Simply take these granules and pour over the wet stain(They work best on a wet stain)
    Let sit for sometime for it to soak all the liquid.
    These will not only remove dog urine smell, but also correct discoloration (if any).

Biological Washing Powder

    Take some biological washing powder and mix it in lukewarm water to turn into paste.
    Take this paste and rub it over the spot.
    Let sit for sometime.
    Then blot with paper towels and vacuum dry.
    This will get rid of the stains and the smell as well. Read more on cleaning products.

Things to Remember

There are certain things that you should keep in mind before trying to remove dog urine from carpet. They are:

  *It is always easier to clean a fresh spot, so try and attack the spot as soon as possible.

  *NEVER us an ammonia based product for stain removal as this will lead to further staining. This is because, dog urine contains ammonia.

  *Always test a small portion of the carpet with the detergent so that you are ensured that the solution itself does not stain.

  *Always get rid of the smell completely, or else your dog might end up peeing on the same spot with an intention of marking his territory.

Sourced from: http://www.nationalcarpetcleaning.net

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How to clean a carpet - how to remove sick/vomit

High end short term let apartment - the management agent was told wine was split on the carpet - strange for someone to drink whine while in bed? Yea right - because the wine was not from the glass but from them being sick on the carpet - we could not remove the stain totally due to the stomach acid set the stain - beat advice to neutralize the acid with a strong bicarbonate soda/water mix then call a professional cleaner.

However, often sick stain removal can be accomplished with some help, usually with everyday items that can be found around the house.


Steps to Clean the Carpet:
1. Start by removing as much of the vomit as possible. Use a dust pan or other scraper to remove as much as possible. For smaller messes, a spoon will work.
2. Next, blot the area with old rags or paper towels to absorb the moisture.
3. Cover the area with baking soda or corn starch. Either of these products will soak up the excess moisture.
4. Allow it to set on the area for 10-15 minutes.
5. Vacuum away the baking soda or corn starch with a vacuum.
6. Next, you will treat the area for the odor and/or stains that may be present.
7. Apply an enzyme-based cleaner. These are readily available in the cleaning aisle or with the pet supplies. These cleaners break down the odor-causing proteins so they can be removed completely. They are effective in removing stains as well.
8. Apply a liberal amount of cleaner to the area.
9. Blot it with a clean cloth or paper towels to remove the cleaner and the stain.
10. Repeat as necessary.
11. Once the area is clean, allow it to air dry completely.
12. Vacuum the dry surface to restore the texture.
Additional Tips and Advice
 For best results, clean the carpet immediately. The longer the vomit sits, the further it will soak into the carpet and underlay and will be more difficult to remove.

 After vacuuming the area, dispose of the contents and replace the bag. This will help prevent odors and bacteria growth inside the vacuum cleaner.

 If a wet vac or carpet shampooer is available, it will make the cleaning task faster easier and more effective.

For more severe vomit stains contact Art of Clean, we are a professional cleaning company who specialise in carpet, rug, hard wood floor and stone floor cleaning.  For more information about our services contact the team on 01223 863632 or at www.artofclean.co.uk to find out more.