The Best Way To Clean Urine On Microfiber Furniture

By  M.T. Wroblewski

Things Needed

  • Paper towels

  • 1-quart spray bottle

  • Vinegar

  • Soft cloth or sponge

  • Fan or blow dryer (optional)

  • Baking soda

  • Vacuum

Tip

Before using any cleaning method, test the cleaning method on a hidden place on the furniture to ensure it does not fade, bleach or mar the fabric.

Buy enzyme cleaning products from pet supply stores or your local veterinarian.

Keep your microfiber furniture looking its best by vacuuming it once a week.

Avoid using soap on microfiber because it can ruin the material's texture.

Warning

The acetic acid in vinegar can weaken fabrics that consist of acetate, rayon, silk or triacetate. Test the vinegar solution on your furniture in a nondescript area before cleaning it.

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You might not like the smell of vinegar, but chances are that you'll like it a lot more than the smell of pet urine on your microfiber furniture. When pets have accidents, you don't want to make a mistake: vinegar is the best way to clean urine on microfiber furniture.

Natural Cleaning Method

Step 1

Blot the urine with paper towels if it's a fresh stain. Avoid wiping the stain so that you don't spread it.

Step 2

Pour 1/2 cup vinegar into the spray bottle and fill the rest with lukewarm water for new pet stains. For settled pet stains, combine 1 cup vinegar and 1 cup lukewarm water. Spray a liberal amount of the solution onto the urine stain. Let it soak into the microfiber for a few minutes.

Step 3

Scrub the area with a soft cloth or sponge. Blot any excess solution with paper towels.

Step 4

Let your furniture dry. Direct a fan or blow dryer on the area if you wish.

Step 5

Sprinkle baking soda on the area once it is dry. Let it sit to absorb the odor for about 24 hours, and then vacuum the particles away.

Enzyme Products

Step 1

Use a commercial enzyme product to remove urine or pet stains on microfiber furniture.

Step 2

Saturate the area fully by spraying on the enzyme product, as per the manufacturer's instructions.

Step 3

Set a white cloth to soak up the extra moisture. Follow this method by using the method from the first section for final cleaning, if desired.

Step 4

Dry the furniture by placing a fan on it, or set cushions in place they can easily dry.

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