How To Get Pet Urine Smell Out Of Wood Floors

Pet urine can leave a lingering and unpleasant smell on wood floors. If not cleaned properly, the smell can become embedded in the wood and be difficult to remove. There are a few different ways to get pet urine smell out of wood floors, depending on the severity of the smell.

For fresh urine stains, blot up as much of the urine as possible with a clean cloth. Then, mix one part white vinegar with one part water in a spray bottle. Spray the solution onto the stain and let it sit for 5-10 minutes. Blot up the solution with a clean cloth. Repeat these steps until the stain and smell are gone.

For older urine stains, you may need to use a stronger cleaning solution. Mix one part hydrogen peroxide with one part water in a spray bottle. Spray the solution onto the stain and let it sit for 30 minutes. Blot up the solution with a clean cloth. Repeat these steps until the stain and smell are gone.

If the urine stain has penetrated deep into the wood, you may need to sand the floor to remove the smell. Sanding will remove the top layer of the wood, so it is important to only sand as much as necessary. Once you have sanded the floor, vacuum up the dust and apply a new finish.

In some cases, the pet urine smell may be so severe that it cannot be removed. If this is the case, you may need to replace the damaged wood flooring.

Here are some additional tips for getting pet urine smell out of wood floors:

Act quickly. The sooner you clean up the urine, the less likely it is to stain the wood and leave a smell.
Use a clean cloth to blot up the urine. Do not rub the urine into the wood, as this will only make the stain worse.
Use a vinegar and water solution or a hydrogen peroxide and water solution to clean the stain. Do not use bleach, as this can damage the wood.
Blot up the cleaning solution with a clean cloth. Do not rinse the floor with water, as this can damage the wood.
Repeat the cleaning steps until the stain and smell are gone.
If the stain is still visible, you may need to sand the floor.
Apply a new finish to the floor to protect it.