HOW TO REMOVE PET STAINS FROM CARPET
From training mishaps to unexpected accidents, urine and other stains are a reality of pet ownership and require the right cleaning approach. Quick and effective cleanup is essential to eliminate odors, as lingering urine smells can be really unpleasant. And if the odor isn't fully removed, pets may still detect it, assume the area is an approved bathroom spot, and continue to urinate in the same place.
Animal urine is approximately 95% water, with the remaining 5% made up of compounds related to the pet's food intake such as proteins, uric acid, salts, minerals, ammonia, and more. Effectively cleaning urine-soaked carpeting, mattresses or upholstery requires stronger solutions than standard household cleaners can provide.
In addition, generic household cleaners can leave behind stains or temporarily mask odors, making long-term cleanup more difficult. Choose a product that's specifically designed to break down the organic components in urine, vomit, stool, or drool to remove pet stains and odors at the source.
Directions for Removing Pet Stains from Carpet:
Tip: Spot-test a small, hidden area and follow all label precautions.
Spot Cleaning Carpet or Upholstery:
- Blot the spot. Use a paper towel or cloth to blot the affected area and absorb excess urine.
- Treat with Simple Green Pet Stain & Odor Eliminator. Spray the soiled area thoroughly with Pet Stain & Odor Eliminator and allow the product to remain on the surface until completely dry. Keep pets and people off the area while it dries.
- For heavily soiled areas with strong odors, cover the treated stain with a clean cloth or paper towel for 4-5 hours to allow the paper towel or cloth to absorb the stain.
- Brush carpet or upholstery. Once the stain is gone and the area has dried, use a soft brush and run it through the carpet or upholstery to restore the fibers. Alternatively, vacuum the area.
- Repeat as necessary. Repeat this process until the stain and odor are fully removed.
Cleaning Carpet or Upholstery with a Machine:
- Blot the spot. Use a paper towel or cloth to blot the affected area and absorb excess urine.
- Pre-treat stains. Pre-treat urine stains on carpet by thoroughly spraying the area with Simple Green Pet Stain & Odor Eliminator
- Use a cleaning machine. Use a dilution container to dilute Simple Green Pet Stain & Odor Eliminator at a 1:3 ratio (3 oz of product per gallon of water) and pour the solution into the machine reservoir. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for operating the cleaning machine.
