Odors Be Gone

To remove stains from the carpet, there are several solutions which will work.  For simple stains like spots, a little vinegar on a damp cloth will get it out.  For a deeper stain from soda or juice, a carpet cleaning product such as Resolve or Nylac will likely be necessary.  If you don’t happen to catch a stain right away, it becomes much harder to remove.  In addition, some stains will have a lingering odor even if you remove them, such as pet stains.  Normal stain removers will not get the odor out, and you will need a stain remover designed to target the odor as well (typically available at pet stores).

Some stains from substances like coffee which have been in the carpet for a long time can’t be removed except by a professional steam cleaner.  This is the most expensive option, and should be a last resort.

Most people have their cat’s litter box in some out of the way location in the house.  Whether it’s the garage, the laundry room, or the seldom used bathroom, the odor can be overpowering, not to mention the occasional mess.  I live in a small apartment with my cat, so regardless of where I put the litter box, I smell it.  The cat urine odor seems most potent when I’m trying to sleep, and it often keeps me awake.  I’ve tried to use air fresheners or cover up the scent, but it seemed impossible. 

I talked to a woman at a pet store and told her about my problem, and she suggested I use an odor eliminator, rather than attempting to mask the scent.  Odor eliminators target the actual smell, and make it go away, rather than covering it up.  I bought a simple spray at the pet store, and since then, not only can I not smell my cat’s litter box anymore, but I sleep better at night.