How To Get Cat Urine Out Of Wood Floors

If your cat has had an accident on your wood floor, don't panic. There are a few simple steps you can take to remove the urine and smell. Here's what you'll need:

White vinegar

Water

Baking soda

Hydrogen peroxide (optional)

Clean cloths or paper towels

Step 1: Blot up the urine. Use a clean cloth or paper towel to blot up as much of the urine as possible. Do not rub, as this will only spread the urine and make it more difficult to remove.

Step 2: Create a cleaning solution. In a bowl or bucket, mix equal parts white vinegar and water. (If the urine stain is fresh, you can use 3 parts water to 1 part vinegar.)

Step 3: Apply the cleaning solution to the stain. Dip a clean cloth or sponge into the cleaning solution and blot it onto the stain. Let the solution sit for a few minutes, then blot it up with a clean cloth.

Step 4: Rinse the area with water. Dip a clean cloth into water and blot it onto the area where you applied the cleaning solution. This will help to remove any remaining vinegar or baking soda.

Step 5: Dry the area thoroughly. Use a clean cloth or paper towels to dry the area thoroughly. You can also use a hair dryer to speed up the drying process.

Step 6: Apply baking soda (optional). Once the area is dry, you can sprinkle baking soda over the stain. This will help to absorb any remaining odor.

Step 7: Let the baking soda sit for several hours or overnight. Vacuum up the baking soda.

Step 8: Apply hydrogen peroxide (optional). If the stain is still visible after you've cleaned it with vinegar and baking soda, you can try applying hydrogen peroxide. Dip a cotton ball into hydrogen peroxide and blot it onto the stain. Let the hydrogen peroxide sit for a few minutes, then blot it up with a clean cloth.

Caution: Hydrogen peroxide can bleach wood, so be sure to test it in an inconspicuous area first.

Tips:

If the urine stain is old, it may be more difficult to remove. You may need to repeat the steps above several times.

If you have a large urine stain, you may need to rent a carpet cleaner to remove it.

If you're having trouble removing the urine smell, you can try using a commercial pet odor eliminator.

To prevent your cat from urinating on your wood floor again, make sure to clean up any accidents immediately and provide your cat with a litter box that is clean and in a convenient location.