How to Get Dog Urine Smell out of Carpets

Use a solution of one part white vinegar and water to cover the urine stain completely. , Sprinkle the vinegar solution with a layer of baking soda., Mix a solution of a hydrogen peroxide and dish detergent., Spray or pour a small amount of the...

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Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Step 1: Use a solution of one part white vinegar and water to cover the urine stain completely.

    Baking soda is an odor neutralizer. , Take about a half cup of peroxide and mix it with a spoonful of dish detergent.

    If using on a light-colored carpet, be sure to use a colorless dish detergent.

    Only use 3% hydrogen peroxide solution; any higher solution of hydrogen peroxide is medical-grade and may be too strong for a carpet, causing bleaching.

    Perform a spot test on a small part of the carpet in an inconspicuous area.

    Do this before covering the urine stain with the solution, just in case. ,,,
  2. Step 2: Sprinkle the vinegar solution with a layer of baking soda.

  3. Step 3: Mix a solution of a hydrogen peroxide and dish detergent.

  4. Step 4: Spray or pour a small amount of the hydrogen peroxide solution onto the baking soda and work it into the carpet with a soft brush.

  5. Step 5: Let the stain dry completely.

  6. Step 6: Vacuum up any remaining baking soda.

Detailed Guide

Baking soda is an odor neutralizer. , Take about a half cup of peroxide and mix it with a spoonful of dish detergent.

If using on a light-colored carpet, be sure to use a colorless dish detergent.

Only use 3% hydrogen peroxide solution; any higher solution of hydrogen peroxide is medical-grade and may be too strong for a carpet, causing bleaching.

Perform a spot test on a small part of the carpet in an inconspicuous area.

Do this before covering the urine stain with the solution, just in case. ,,,

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