Cleaning and Stain Removal - Huge Cat Urine on Microfiber Sofa
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rcbutler
04-09-09, 11:05 AM
I have a HUGE Cat Urine Stain on my Brand New Microfiber Sofa.
It is on one cushion but evidently this cat has a huge bladder and the cushion was Soaked! I have tried Zout laundry stain remover, Febreze and a carpet pet stain remover and deodorizer. I have left the cushion out in the sun for hours. The stain is gone but the smell is definitely still there. And also the nape of the microfiber where the stain was is stiff and flat.
What can I do? I can't get rid of the sofa, I can't afford another one-please help!
Thanks-Rachel:madhell:
It is on one cushion but evidently this cat has a huge bladder and the cushion was Soaked! I have tried Zout laundry stain remover, Febreze and a carpet pet stain remover and deodorizer. I have left the cushion out in the sun for hours. The stain is gone but the smell is definitely still there. And also the nape of the microfiber where the stain was is stiff and flat.
What can I do? I can't get rid of the sofa, I can't afford another one-please help!
Thanks-Rachel:madhell:
buhlinger
04-09-09, 02:22 PM
As an owner of 3 dogs and 3 cats, I've had my share of accidents despite the dogs being housebroken and the cats litter-trained.
Here's the ONLY way to date that I've discovered to truly remove pets stains and odors, having tried myself just about every carpet cleaner, wet vac, and general stain/odor remover known to man:
1. Get an oxy-based stain and odor remover from a pet store. Nature's Miracle makes one, though it is fairly expensive. I've found the generic store brand made by Petco is just as good for quite a bit less money. Regardless of brand, get at least one gallon. You may need two gallons depending upon the stain's size and penetration and if you need to repeat the process.
2. Test the remover on a small, unseen patch of fabric - especially if the couch fabric is dark. It could lighten the fabric's colors, so test it to be sure. I can personally attest that the Petco brand oxy-based stain and odor remover has NOT in any way bleached dark colors on three oriental rugs in my house including two silk rugs and one synthetic rug.
3. If the remover doesn't affect your colors, get a sprinkler-type watering can, pour enough remover into the can so that you can saturate the stain, and give it a thorough dousing. You don't need to make the cushion dripping wet, but the remover won't work if you apply too little to penetrate all of the stain.
4. Let the cushion dry out. It may take several days to upwards of two weeks.
5. Get a dry chemical carpet/upholstery like Capture (you can get a basic kit for about $20 from Sears). Follow the directions by lightly misting the stain with pre-soil treatment and then applying the powder and working well into the stain with a soft bristle brush.
6. Let the cushion dry for about 30-60 minutes (or longer), and then vacuum thoroughly to remove the powder. I suggest using the most powerful vacuum you have. Dustbusters, Sharks, etc. just won't cut it.
And voila! You should have no visible stain and no residual odor. If you do have any detectable odor (or if your cat urinates on it again, but hopefully not!), then you did not saturate the stain enough with the remover and you'll need to repeat the process.
Hope this helps and good luck!
Here's the ONLY way to date that I've discovered to truly remove pets stains and odors, having tried myself just about every carpet cleaner, wet vac, and general stain/odor remover known to man:
1. Get an oxy-based stain and odor remover from a pet store. Nature's Miracle makes one, though it is fairly expensive. I've found the generic store brand made by Petco is just as good for quite a bit less money. Regardless of brand, get at least one gallon. You may need two gallons depending upon the stain's size and penetration and if you need to repeat the process.
2. Test the remover on a small, unseen patch of fabric - especially if the couch fabric is dark. It could lighten the fabric's colors, so test it to be sure. I can personally attest that the Petco brand oxy-based stain and odor remover has NOT in any way bleached dark colors on three oriental rugs in my house including two silk rugs and one synthetic rug.
3. If the remover doesn't affect your colors, get a sprinkler-type watering can, pour enough remover into the can so that you can saturate the stain, and give it a thorough dousing. You don't need to make the cushion dripping wet, but the remover won't work if you apply too little to penetrate all of the stain.
4. Let the cushion dry out. It may take several days to upwards of two weeks.
5. Get a dry chemical carpet/upholstery like Capture (you can get a basic kit for about $20 from Sears). Follow the directions by lightly misting the stain with pre-soil treatment and then applying the powder and working well into the stain with a soft bristle brush.
6. Let the cushion dry for about 30-60 minutes (or longer), and then vacuum thoroughly to remove the powder. I suggest using the most powerful vacuum you have. Dustbusters, Sharks, etc. just won't cut it.
And voila! You should have no visible stain and no residual odor. If you do have any detectable odor (or if your cat urinates on it again, but hopefully not!), then you did not saturate the stain enough with the remover and you'll need to repeat the process.
Hope this helps and good luck!
Docduck
04-09-09, 11:44 PM
my suggest would be to get a wet dry vac and rinse with plain cool water...take the seat cushion off of the couch take it outside or somewhere you can use water without hurting anything...pour water onto the cushion and shop vac off...the stiff feeling if from the cleaner residue left in there...after a good rinsing and no more suds ...let dry
if odor remains you need to get an enzyme cleaner from a local janitoral supply..apply let dwell 15-20 mins and redo with the shop vac and warm water...
as always test any cleaners first on a hidden area
if odor remains you need to get an enzyme cleaner from a local janitoral supply..apply let dwell 15-20 mins and redo with the shop vac and warm water...
as always test any cleaners first on a hidden area