How To Remove Pee Odor From Couch

If you have a couch that has been peed on, you know how difficult it can be to remove the odor. Urine is a strong-smelling liquid that can soak into the fabric of your couch and leave behind a lingering smell. If you don't remove the odor quickly, it can become permanent.

There are a few different ways to remove pee odor from a couch. The best method will depend on the type of fabric your couch is made of. If you're not sure what type of fabric your couch is made of, you can check the tag on the couch.

For Fabric Couches

If your couch is made of fabric, you can try the following steps to remove the pee odor:

Blot up as much of the urine as possible with a clean cloth or paper towels. Do not rub, as this will only spread the urine around.
Pour a solution of 1 part white vinegar to 1 part water over the area where the urine was spilled. Allow the solution to sit for 5-10 minutes, then blot it up with a clean cloth.
Rinse the area with clean water and blot it dry.
Repeat steps 2 and 3 if necessary.
Sprinkle the area with baking soda and allow it to sit for several hours or overnight. Vacuum up the baking soda.

For Leather Couches

If your couch is made of leather, you can try the following steps to remove the pee odor:

Blot up as much of the urine as possible with a clean cloth or paper towels. Do not rub, as this will only spread the urine around.
Mix a solution of 1 part white vinegar to 1 part water in a spray bottle. Spray the solution onto the area where the urine was spilled and allow it to sit for 5-10 minutes.
Wipe the area clean with a damp cloth.
Apply a leather conditioner to the area to help restore the leather's natural oils.

For Other Types of Couches

If your couch is made of a different type of fabric, you can try the following general steps to remove the pee odor:

Blot up as much of the urine as possible with a clean cloth or paper towels. Do not rub, as this will only spread the urine around.
Test a small area of the couch with a cleaning solution to make sure it does not damage the fabric. You can try a solution of 1 part white vinegar to 1 part water, or a mild dish soap solution.
Apply the cleaning solution to the area where the urine was spilled and allow it to sit for 5-10 minutes.
Blot up the cleaning solution with a clean cloth.
Rinse the area with clean water and blot it dry.
Repeat steps 3-5 if necessary.

Tips

If the pee odor is still present after you have tried the above steps, you can try using a commercial pet odor remover. These products are specifically designed to remove pet odors from fabrics.
If the pee odor is particularly strong, you may need to have your couch professionally cleaned.
To prevent your couch from getting peed on again, you can try using a pet deterrent spray. These sprays can help to keep pets from urinating on furniture.