Remove Pet Stains From Carpet & Upholstery
Whether you own a dog or a cat, Genesis 950 is the best pet stain remover you will find. While there are several methods often suggested for cleaning, too often they fail. Common remedies involving vinegar, enzymes and household cleaners are widely recommended, however they are not always effective. Here's why:
- Vinegar - Vinegar is probably the most widely suggested ingredient in DIY recipes for cleaning pet stains. Although it may be a good natural cleaner, it should NEVER be used for pet stains. Vinegar is a natural acid with a pH balance of 2. This acidity helps it break down stains. However in homes with pets, that same acidic base is slightly similar to that of urine - which has a pH balance of 6. Cats and dogs urinate based on odors left behind where they have gone before. This is obvious when a dog is taken outside and sniffs for a spot to do his business. On a walk, your dog sniffs a spot then marks on it. Dogs do this because they can smell the acidity of their own, or another dog's urine. Cats do the same thing in a litter box. The odor of their urine, or acidic scent added to litter leads them to that spot. If a pet is going to the bathroom in the same spot, chances are it is because they smell the acidity of their urine. They will keep going to that spot unless it is properly cleaned. A vinegar cleaning will not remove that odor. Instead, you are enhancing the acidic odor by adding vinegar
- Enzymes - Enzymes are often used for their ability to break down stains naturally. Enzymes are everywhere. The human body has them as well. Enzymes in the digestive system provide a good understanding of how they work. Enzymes in the digestive system break down food to help the digestive process. Enzymes in the stomach react to food being ingested without breaking down the stomach lining. Enzymes perform specific tasks based on their function. and will only work properly if they are in the right environment to perform. This holds true with pet stains. Enzymatic cleaners might be able to clean partial portions of pet stains, but they can not completely remove them because of variations in the environment. A pet's diet, room temperature, previously exposed chemicals on the area being cleaning, expiration date of the enzyme and so on impact an enzyme's ability to function. Nor do enzymes contain the ability to remove the odor. They do not kill the bacteria that causes the odor. In fact, many people will notice odors returning after a few days. Sometimes, worse than it had previously been.
- Household Cleaners - There are all sorts of problems using these types of cleaners. Oxidizing agents notorious for discoloring carpet, creating an orange/pink tint. Others might mask the odor briefly but not actually remove the stain or smell permanently. Soap based cleaners can make the stains worse as soap attracts dirt and grime to the area. These types of cleaners leave behind a grayish tint, or the stain may reappear days later.
Genesis 950 cleans the area safely and effectively. It can be used as a spot cleaner or in any carpet cleaning machine. Carpet cleaning machines are recommended for deep or old stains and for the removal of pet odor. Urine based stains, can extend below the surface and into the padding. When pet stains are in the padding, odor will remain until it is thoroughly cleaned. If it is not properly cleaned, you pet may continue to go in that spot, and the odor will linger and be enhanced. Here is an example of a carpet soiled by pet urine.
This carpet has seen years of staining. From vomit to urine the carpet was stained with the worst stains a pet owner will encounter. In addition to looking horrible, the carpet reeked of urine. The gray marks seen throughout the carpet are actually marks where the stains were cleaned using common, major brand name cleaning products. Instead of removing pet stains, the products left grayish marks that only added to the frustration. Soaps based products used in were attracting dirt, making the spots more extreme. It seemed the only option left was to replace the carpet. Before doing so however, one last attempt was made to save the carpet using Genesis 950.
The results using Genesis 950 were astounding! Genesis 950 was used in a Bissell Pro Heat. Genesis 950 comes in concentrate form. It must be mixed with water for it to become active. The Bissell Pro Heat actually has 2 compartments for cleaning. One holds water, and the other solution. This made using the Bissell Pro Heat very easy. The solution compartment was simply filled with the concentrated Genesis 950 and the water compartment filled with water. The machine automatically mixes the two for you on it's own. With the machine, the mixture of Genesis 950 and water was able to be introduced to the carpet. Once the carpet absorbed the mixture, it began to break down the stains, disinfect the carpet, and remove the odor. The area was allowed to site for a few minutes, then rinsed. After rinsing, the carpet looked and smelled like new. Years of stains and the struggles in removing them were all gone!
Genesis 950 is also perfect as a spot cleaner for removing surface stains on carpet and upholstery. Surface stains might not go into the padding, but they can cause severe discoloration. The primary reason for this is due to dye in pet food. This dye can cause harmful stains, especially on a white carpet! When using as a spot cleaner, it is best to remove any debris from the area, then spray with the mixture of Genesis 950 and water. While the recommended ratio is 1 part Genesis 950 to 7 parts water, this can be increased all the way to a 50/50 mix depending on the severity of the stain. Spray the mixture onto the stain, allow it to sit for a few minutes, then rinse clean.
