August 12th, 2009
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The first step in cleaning a urine accident from your carpet is to immediately blot up as much of the liquid as possible. (Standing on a big wad of paper towels is one way to quickly absorb urine.)
Next spray the soiled area using a mixture of one cup white vinegar and four cups of water. After a few minutes, rub the spot with a damp cloth. Then sprinkle the area (even if it’s still wet) with a mixture of one cup baking soda and two drops of bergamot oil, a pleasant smelling essential oil sold in health food stores. If it starts to bubble, don’t worry, that just means it’s working. Allow the mixture to completely dry before vacuuming. Before trying this tip, test the mixture in an inconspicuous area to make sure it doesn’t discolor your rug. Maryann Mott is a pet journalist and author. Her books and articles can be found at Petwriter.com and you can follow her on Twitter here. |