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Although this is a natural formula, you are mixing together items that could have a reaction if left to sit. Be safe and properly dispose the leftovers if any.
As with any product, ALWAYS test a small section of the carpet, hard wood floors or furniture to make sure that this formula doesn’t react negatively with your items.
How to Remove Pet Urine Odor Naturally
We used this formula on wood, carpets and linoleum floors and had no issues with any of them…but always check to be on the safe side!
- First rinse the pet urine area with a 50/50 vinegar to water solution and either blot up or extract with wet vac or home carpet cleaner
- Gather your ingredients: 4oz hydrogen peroxide, 1 tsp baking soda, 1tsp vinegar, 1/2 tsp castile soap, 3-5 drops orange essential oil
- Combine all ingredients in an empty spray bottle and shake gently to mix
- Test for colorfastness in a closet corner or hidden area
- Liberally spray the soiled area with this solution
- Allow to dwell on pet urine spot for 30 minutes to an hour
- Rinse the saturated area with tap water or your 50/50 vinegar solution and blot out with a towel or extract with wet vac or home carpet cleaner
- Repeat if necessary
- Discard any leftover solution
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Believe it or not, cleaning your carpet isn’t just to keep it looking nice.
Here are seven important reasons to have your carpet steam cleaned regularly:
- Improves indoor air quality by removing bio-pollutants from your floors and furniture
- Removes dust containing toxic chemicals like lead, phthalates and brominated flame retardants that have sloughed out of products and furniture to improve your family’s health
- Reduces allergy and asthma triggers in dust
- Removes microscopic bacteria and germs you can’t see but can make you sick
- Restores the color and texture of your carpet and upholstery fibers
- Removes stains that tend to set in over time and become too difficult to remove
- Protects of one of your home’s major investments, saving you money in replacement costs and maintaining your warranty
Contact us to schedule an appointment in Kansas City at (913) 710-3644 today!
Read moreHere’s my favorite little trick for tackling carpet spots on the cheap and without harsh chemicals.
Eco Carpet Spotter
- Add 1 part water + 1 part vinegar to a spray bottle
- Spray directly on the spot
- Blot with a white towel (DO NOT RUB!)
Got a grease or oil stain in your carpet? Don’t panic!

- Remove the excess oil with a cloth, newspaper or brown paper bag.
- Cover it completely with cornstarch, brushing it over the area to work it into the fibers. Let it sit for about an hour.
- Vacuum the cornstarch from the carpet.
- Repeat the process if needed with larger spills.
- Apply a little liquid detergent to the stain (most detergents are able to remove grease, but for tough stains you may need to try a liquid dish soap). Scrub the detergent into the carpet with you fingers or a toothbrush and let it sit for 3-5 minutes so it has a chance to break down the grease.
- Pour a little water onto the area and blot it up with a clean, absorbent cloth right away. Repeat until all of the soap is removed.
- Absorb any extra water with a towel.
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If you have kiddos running around, you’re bound to end up with a rogue piece of gum in your carpet. I’ve got a simple way to help you conquer that sticky little wad with some simple tools you probably already have in your bathroom cabinet.
How to Remove Chewing Gum from Carpet
- Grab your electric hair dryer. Heat the gum, being careful not to melt the carpet fibers.
- Use a piece of plastic wrap or a plastic bag to lift the softened gum away. Just allow it to stick to the plastic, then pull it up. This may get most of it.
- Next, apply a muscle rub containing methyl salicylate such as Ultra Strength Bengay (the Equate brand will work just as well too).
- Use plastic again to pull more gum out. Repeat if necessary. A rag can also be used for this step.
- Once you completely remove the chewing gum from the carpet, clean the area with a few drops of dish soap in a cup of warm water.
- Rinse with warm water and dry the area.
Keep in mind that rough scrubbing will wear away your carpet fibers. Use a little elbow grease if you need to, but remember that you can accidentally cause a worn sport if you’re not careful. This is why we use a rag instead of a scrub brush or scouring pad. If the gum doesn’t come out easily, you’ll want to contact a carpet cleaning professional.
P.S. If you don’t have muscle rub on hand, you can try using a spoonful of peanut butter instead. Massage it into the gum, let it sit for a few minutes and then scrape it away. The down side to this method is that now you’ll have to work on removing the peanut butter, but it’s easier to remove peanut butter from the carpet than gum. You can let the peanut butter dry for a little while, then vacuum it up or you can sponge it off with a wet rag. If you end up with a light stain, just blot it with a little dish soap or vinegar. Dab with a damp cloth or sponge to rinse.
Read moreI’ve been in the carpet cleaning business since 2002 and during that time, I’ve realized that carpet cleaning can be a confusing topic. There are so many misconceptions about carpet cleaning that I thought a series on common carpet cleaning myths would be helpful.
Myth: It’s not necessary to have your carpet cleaned very often. Waiting as long as possible between cleanings saves you money.
False: Not in the long run. For your carpet, it means a shorter life.
The dirt you can’t always see is called dry particulate soil. It is abrasive and will scratch the plastic fibers of your carpet. Over time, this abrasive action will decrease its natural light reflection, leaving it dull in appearance. This condition is called “apparent shading” and cannot be reversed by carpet cleaning. Soiled carpets wear out much faster, decreasing the longevity of one of your largest home investments.
Our Recommendations:
- Carpet manufacturers recommend having your carpet professionally cleaned every 12-18 months (or more often in homes with pets and children).
- Frequent vacuuming will help prevent apparent shading in between cleanings.