What thoughts come to the mind of the average person if you ask them about the downsides of keeping a cat at home? We don’t have statistics, but most likely, one of the most common answers will be: “The house will smell like urine!” And this viewpoint has the right to exist. Even if you use a high-quality litter box and the most advanced fillers, this problem may arise. At the very least because the material of the cat’s toilet itself absorbs biological components over time, which emit an unpleasant odor.
Can such an unpleasant situation be avoided? The answer is yes. It is enough to buy a high-quality cat litter odor neutralizer. You may think that an unpleasant smell can be removed with deodorizing agents? That is not the case. These products will not bring the desired result because they only temporarily mask the smell. The logic is the same as with air fresheners: for about half an hour after spraying, you perceive a pleasant aroma, but very soon it dissipates. It is much easier to treat the surface with a bioactive substance after each washing or cleaning of the litter box than to wash the cat’s toilet every other day in an attempt to get rid of the persistent odor or to buy a new one.
Before we recommend a remedy for the smell of cat urine (and not just one), let’s consider a strong argument in favor of using such products.
It’s all about biochemistry. Pheromones and urea decompose to form ammonia—a real “stinker.” Adding to this picture are hormones, whose particles are excreted with urine. They break down into mercaptans, which make the smell even sharper. Uric acid clings to surfaces for a long time because, upon contact with oxygen, it immediately crystallizes. Removing it afterward is extremely difficult unless you use specialized products.
Conclusion: this biological mixture must be eliminated at the chemical level. All attempts to mask the smell will be futile. Now, let’s move on to the list of products that have proven to be highly effective.
Step2Clean Cats Urine Odor Remover
How to remove the smell of cat urine? Use this pet odor neutralizer in spray form. It contains a combination of enzymes and bacteria that break down uric acid. The whole chemical compound becomes “disassembled,” thereby losing the ability to produce an unpleasant smell.
The cat urine odor eliminator demonstrates the same efficiency on different surfaces (clothing, floors, furniture). It can even be used to remove cat markings outdoors.
The bacteria in the composition are highly active. Even if the liquid product has been sitting idle for several months, its effectiveness will not decrease. This may only happen if the expiration date has passed or if you use it incorrectly. The product consists only of natural components. It can be used safely in the presence of people and animals.
Step2Clean Cat&Dogs Tray Cleaner
Suitable for treating pet carriers, litter boxes, and toilets. Neutralizes all odors of organic origin. For example, a litter box odor neutralizer effectively handles smells of feces, urine, mold, and ammonia.
The cat litter odor neutralizer is designed for hard surfaces. The product has a subtle, pleasant scent that does not have a “chemical” smell.
All products on this list comply with international standards ISO 9001 and ISO 14001. The manufacturer uses concentrates registered in accordance with the European standard for biocidal products. The cat toilet odor absorber is made from concentrates produced in the USA. They have undergone numerous laboratory tests.
Step2Clean Kitty FreshMate
This is a useful product for people raising a kitten. First, the litter training process does not always go smoothly, and sometimes there is a need to eliminate the unpleasant consequences of accidents. Second, kittens in the early stages of living in a new home and family experience stress and may uncontrollably go to the toilet in the most inappropriate places. Fortunately, you don’t have to think long about how to remove the smell of kitten urine. Just use the bioenzyme product Step2Clean™ Kitty FreshMate.
The enzymes in the composition work instantly, quickly breaking down uric acid on different surfaces (even if it’s soft furniture).
The spray is very economical in use, so most likely, this bottle will still be around when your kitten grows up and starts consciously taking care of its natural needs.
Step2Clean Carpet Cleanup
This is a product for cleaning carpets and upholstered furniture, as well as a spray for eliminating shoe odors. Thanks to bioenzymatic technology, it eliminates organic matter 100% of the time. In addition, the product removes stains of organic origin.
As in all previous cases, the cleaner for upholstery and carpets eliminates the root cause of the problem, not just its “symptomatic” manifestations. The unpleasant smell does not return over time.
Be careful with leather furniture. First, apply the product to a section of upholstery that is hidden from view. If, after drying, the material does not change its appearance, you can safely and fully use Step2Clean Carpet Cleanup.
General Recommendations for Use
The products are applied in a similar manner. Let’s review the usage guidelines:
- Before applying the product, clean the surface of any contaminants with wipes.
- Apply the liquid product, covering the entire stain or source of the odor. Spray from a distance of 20-30 cm.
- The litter box care product, as well as the carpet cleaner, work only in a moist environment. Do not allow sunlight to reach the treated surface.
If the stain or odor is deeply embedded, apply the spray and then cover the area with plastic wrap. This will prevent the substance from drying out prematurely and allow it to work longer. In the case of stains, old contaminants may sometimes need to be scrubbed.