In this guide, we'll show you how to get rid of dog urine on tile with ease, so you can get back to snuggling with your furry friend in no time.
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Now that you have all your tools and materials ready, let's get rid of that awful smell...
Step 1: Blot up as much urine as possible
This step is important because it helps to remove as much of the urine as possible before moving on to cleaning the area.
To accomplish this, you will need to have paper towels or a clean cloth on hand. Place the paper towels or cloth on top of the urine and press down firmly to absorb as much of the liquid as possible. It is important to use a clean cloth or paper towels and not to spread the urine around. Keep replacing the paper towels or clothes until you can't absorb any more urine.
Make sure you do this step well as it will make the following cleaning steps more effective.
Step 2: Mix a solution of equal parts white vinegar and water
White vinegar is a natural cleaning agent that can be used to remove urine smells and stains from tile floors. The acidic nature of vinegar helps to break down the urine and neutralize the smell.
To mix the solution, you will need to combine equal parts white vinegar and water in a spray bottle or a bucket. The amount of solution you will need will depend on the size of the affected area.
It's important to use white vinegar, not apple cider vinegar or any other type of vinegar. White vinegar is recommended for cleaning tile floors to remove the dog urine smell because it is a stronger acid than apple cider vinegar or other types of vinegar.
The acidity in vinegar helps to break down and neutralize the odor of the urine. White vinegar has a higher acidity level (around 5-7%) compared to apple cider vinegar (around 4-5%). This higher acidity level makes white vinegar more effective in neutralizing the odor and breaking down the urine. Furthermore, white vinegar is less expensive and less likely to leave a residue compared to other types of vinegar.
In addition, it’s important to use distilled water instead of tap water, as tap water may contain minerals that could leave a residue on the tile.
Step 3: Apply the vinegar solution to the affected area
After mixing the solution of equal parts white vinegar and water as described in step 2, apply the solution generously to the affected area. You can use a spray bottle to apply it, or you can use a mop or a piece of cloth to apply it.
It's important to make sure that the solution is applied evenly and generously to the affected area, and not just to small spots. This will help ensure that all of the urine is neutralized and not just a portion of it.
Once the solution is applied, let it sit for 5-10 minutes. This will allow the vinegar to break down the urine and neutralize the smell.
Step 4: Use a scrub brush or clean cloth to scrub the area thoroughly
After the vinegar solution has sat for 5-10 minutes, as described in step 3, use a scrub brush or a clean cloth to scrub the affected area thoroughly. This will help to remove any remaining urine and the smell from the tile surface.
The brush or cloth should be dampened with water to avoid spreading the urine or making the smell worse. Use circular motions to scrub the area. And, don’t fail to pay attention to corners and edges, as urine can often collect in these areas.
It's important to be careful not to use too much force while scrubbing, as this can damage the tile surface.
Step 5: Wipe the area with a clean, damp cloth to remove any remaining solution
After scrubbing the affected area thoroughly as described in step 4, use a clean and damp cloth to wipe the area and remove any remaining vinegar solution and urine.
It's important to use a clean cloth and not to use one that has been used before, as this could spread the urine or make the smell worse. Also, make sure the cloth is damp and not soaking wet, as this could damage the tile surface.
Wipe the area in a circular motion, paying attention to corners and edges where urine can often collect. It's important to remove as much of the solution as possible, as leaving the vinegar solution on the tile surface for too long could cause damage.
