Urine Stain Removal

Removing urine stain and odor is a basic part of experiencing parenthood. Also, most pet owners are familiar with this task, especially if their cuddly pets are in their growing years. Though this task sounds unpleasant, you cannot run away from it every time. So, instead of getting furious over it, a practical way is to learn the various ways for getting rid of these stains, and follow them for good.

Whether you are dealing with pet urine or any other stain removal, it is best to take fast action. Leaving the stubborn stains for a longer period will only toughen your cleaning project. But, the worst part with stains of urine is detecting them, especially in dark-colored materials.

If you are facing the same trouble, you can purchase a UV light from your local hardware store. This light makes the stains glow in the dark, thus making them very easy to spot.

At the first sight of bedding and clothes stained with urine, most first-time parents tend to soak them in hot water or iron them for quick fixing, which only worsen these stains. In such cases, the uric acid present in urine gets crystallized to insoluble crystals, which stick to the materials even after regular cleaning.

Following are some effective laundry methods for removing urine stains from various materials.

With stains on washable clothes, you can soak them completely or rinse them as required. Apply a baking soda paste (made with water) over the stained areas.

The best bet to get rid of urine stains from bed sheets or other clothing is adding white vinegar (1-2 cups) in the washing water, and proceed with the washing cycle as you usually do with these clothes. You can also use diluted hydrogen peroxide for this purpose, but it may cause fading of color.

Most cat owners have a query regarding removing cat urine from carpets. For this, dab the urine with newspaper as much as you can. Using a sponge with water or soda, try diluting the urine with gentle strokes.

The next step for carpet stain removal is applying a mixture of vinegar and water or diluted hydrogen peroxide over the areas, and blotting the stains with paper towels.

Getting rid of urine stains from washable clothes is relatively easier than dealing with the same problem in non-washable fabrics. In order to remove these stains from mattresses, make a concoction out of ¼ cup white vinegar and ½ cup each of hydrogen peroxide and water.

Apply this mixture to the stained area, and leave it on for 30 minutes. Place an absorbent pad over it, and scrub well. For more detailed info on the same, you can read how to remove urine from mattress.

First, apply a 50% strong vinegar solution over urine stains, and soak up the liquid with paper towels. Let it dry completely and sprinkle baking soda over it. In a spray bottle, mix 1 teaspoon dish detergent with ¾ cup of diluted hydrogen peroxide.

• Spray this solution over the stained areas, and rub gently with a soft bristled brush. Wash with plain water and dab it dry. Getting rid of pet urine stains from floors is challenging, especially if they get soaked inside, or you have spotted the stains after a long time.

• And the worst part is that pets have a habit of passing urine in the same area again. In such case, you will need a urine cleaning solution for hardwood floors. Follow the steps mentioned in the cleaning product to remove the stains without discoloring your floor.

Follow these techniques mentioned above, and you will be surprised with the results. So, the next time your baby pees on the mattress or carpet you can successfully handle the laundry task without giving it to professional services. By doing so, you are saving laundry fees, and more importantly your clothes, from getting treated with harsh cleaning products.