How To Clean Cat Urine From A Couch

If your cat has urinated on your couch, don't despair. There are a few simple steps you can take to clean it up and remove the smell. Here's what you'll need:

White vinegar
Baking soda
Hydrogen peroxide (optional)
Clean cloths or towels
Vacuum cleaner

1. Blot up the urine. Use a clean cloth or towel to blot up as much of the urine as possible. Do not rub, as this will only spread the urine and make it harder to clean. Once you have blotted up as much of the urine as possible, use a clean cloth or towel to blot the area with cold water. This will help to remove any remaining urine and prevent it from setting in.

2. Apply white vinegar. White vinegar is a natural acid that will help to neutralize the alkaline salts in the urine. Apply white vinegar to the affected area and allow it to sit for 5-10 minutes. Do not rinse the vinegar off.

3. Apply baking soda. Baking soda is a natural absorbent that will help to remove the odor from the urine. Sprinkle baking soda over the affected area and allow it to sit for 8-12 hours. Do not vacuum up the baking soda yet.

4. Vacuum up the baking soda. Once the baking soda has had time to absorb the odor, vacuum it up. You may need to repeat this step several times to remove all of the baking soda.

5. Apply hydrogen peroxide (optional). If the odor of the urine is still strong, you can apply hydrogen peroxide to the affected area. Hydrogen peroxide is a bleaching agent that will help to remove any remaining stains or odors. Apply hydrogen peroxide to the affected area and allow it to sit for 30 minutes. Do not rinse the hydrogen peroxide off.

6. Rinse the area with water. Once the hydrogen peroxide has had time to work, rinse the area with water. Use a clean cloth or towel to blot the area dry.

7. Allow the area to air dry. Once the area has been rinsed with water, allow it to air dry completely. Do not use a hair dryer or fan to dry the area, as this will only spread the odor.

Tips:

If the urine is fresh, you may be able to remove it with just water. Blot up as much of the urine as possible with a clean cloth or towel, and then rinse the area with water. Allow the area to air dry completely.
If the urine is old or has dried, you may need to use a stronger cleaning solution. You can try a commercial pet urine cleaner, or you can make your own cleaning solution using white vinegar, baking soda, and hydrogen peroxide.
If the odor of the urine is still strong after you have cleaned the area, you may need to call a professional carpet cleaner.