We all know that accidents happen.

Luckily, there are plenty of greatcarpet stain removersfor quick spot treating that will also treat pet odors.

For new stains, immediately blot (not rub!)

Carpet cleaning supplies for removing urine stains and smells

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the urine stain with clean paper towels, then set down new paper towels with a weight on top.

While the rest of the urine absorbs, test a small, inconspicuous spot with your cleaning solution.

If there is no color bleeding or bleaching, proceed to the next steps.

Spraying carpet with pee removing cleaner

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The homemade cleaning solutions below can lift and remove some human or dog urine smells.

However, a designated enzymatic cleaner will be more effective for larger, repeated urine stains from cats.

Cat urine tends to be more concentrated and bonds to fibers, making it more difficult to break down.

Scrubbing urine out of a carpet with a brush

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Prompt cleaning is always best and offers the best chance to remove all of the pee smell from carpets.

Here’s how to tackle the mess with pantry staples.

Label the mixture and keep it on hand for the next time.

Rinsing urine stains on couch with vinegar and water

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Don’t use a colored rag unless you are sure it is colorfast.

You don’t need bleeding dyes to deal with on top of the pee!

Next, spray your DIY cleaning solution.

Wiping urine stains with a sponge

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For fresh pee, spray the pee stain with the vinegar solution until the carpet is very wet.

For old pee, spray the solution on the carpet and let it soak for 20 minutes.

At this point, youcanapply a lot of pressure as you scrub.

Sprinkle couch with baking soda to remove urine smells

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If you don’t have that long to wait, at least give it 4-6 hours.

The combination of vinegar and baking soda should take away the pee smell completely.

How to Get Pee Smell Out of Clothes With Detergent

Once again, check the care label.

Supplies to clean urine stains out of furniture

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If the garment is labeled as “dry clean only,” take it to a professional.

Share the origin of the stain so they can take the appropriate measures.

For washable clothes, do these things to remove urine smells and stains.

Soaking clothing to remove urine smells

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Cleaning supplies to remove urine smells from clothing

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