{"id":1392,"date":"2020-07-28T15:20:57","date_gmt":"2020-07-28T15:20:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/?p=1392"},"modified":"2020-11-29T20:45:33","modified_gmt":"2020-11-29T20:45:33","slug":"how-to-remove-dark-urine-stains-from-hardwood-floors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-dark-urine-stains-from-hardwood-floors\/","title":{"rendered":"How to remove dark urine stains from hardwood floors"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Hardwood floors are prone to urine stains that darken over time and form dark discolorations. Fortunately, you can remove urine stains with the help of home remedies. Vinegar, hydrogen peroxide, and baking soda all help get rid of urine stains on hardwood floors. You can also use a commercial stain remover and wood bleach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_40 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-visibility-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-dark-urine-stains-from-hardwood-floors\/#Remove_dark_urine_stains_using_vinegar_and_grapefruit_oil\" title=\"Remove dark urine stains using vinegar and grapefruit oil\">Remove dark urine stains using vinegar and grapefruit oil<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-dark-urine-stains-from-hardwood-floors\/#Get_rid_of_dark_urine_stains_using_hydrogen_peroxide\" title=\"Get rid of dark urine stains using hydrogen peroxide\">Get rid of dark urine stains using hydrogen peroxide<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-dark-urine-stains-from-hardwood-floors\/#Clear_up_dark_urine_stains_using_baking_soda\" title=\"Clear up dark urine stains using baking soda\">Clear up dark urine stains using baking soda<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-dark-urine-stains-from-hardwood-floors\/#Eliminate_dark_urine_stains_using_enzymatic_cleaner\" title=\"Eliminate dark urine stains using enzymatic cleaner\">Eliminate dark urine stains using enzymatic cleaner<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-dark-urine-stains-from-hardwood-floors\/#Commonly_asked_question_about_urine_stains_on_hardwood_floors\" title=\"Commonly asked question about urine stains on hardwood floors\">Commonly asked question about urine stains on hardwood floors<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-dark-urine-stains-from-hardwood-floors\/#Can_I_use_household_bleach_to_remove_dark_urine_stains\" title=\"Can I use household bleach to remove dark urine stains?\">Can I use household bleach to remove dark urine stains?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-dark-urine-stains-from-hardwood-floors\/#Will_dog_urine_cause_staining_on_my_hardwood\" title=\"Will dog urine cause staining on my hardwood?\">Will dog urine cause staining on my hardwood?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-dark-urine-stains-from-hardwood-floors\/#How_do_urine_stains_get_dark\" title=\"How do urine stains get dark?\">How do urine stains get dark?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-dark-urine-stains-from-hardwood-floors\/#Video_How_to_get_dog_urine_out_of_carpet\" title=\"Video: How to get dog urine out of carpet\">Video: How to get dog urine out of carpet<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-dark-urine-stains-from-hardwood-floors\/#The_Bottom_Line\" title=\"The Bottom Line\">The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Remove_dark_urine_stains_using_vinegar_and_grapefruit_oil\"><\/span>Remove dark urine stains using vinegar and grapefruit oil<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can eliminate urine stains from hardwood floors using everyday home products. In this method, you will use distilled white vinegar and grapefruit oil as an alternative to commercial hardwood cleaners. The acidic white vinegar lightens the stain while grapefruit oil removes the rancid odor from the wood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The following steps are how you remove dark urine stains from your hardwood floors using vinegar and grapefruit oil:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol type=\"1\"><li>Fill a container with a liter of lukewarm water.<\/li><li>Pour a cup of distilled white vinegar into the container.<\/li><li>Then add at least a teaspoon of grapefruit oil.<\/li><li>Mix well to form a cleaning solution.<\/li><li>Grab a non-abrasive brush or a sponge and soak it with the cleaning solution.<\/li><li>Use the soaked brush or sponge to scrub the urine-stained area of your hardwood floor.<\/li><li>After the urine stain is no longer visible, rinse the area to clear the hardwood from the remaining cleaning solution.<\/li><li>Dry the hardwood with a clean towel.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_rid_of_dark_urine_stains_using_hydrogen_peroxide\"><\/span>Get rid of dark urine stains using hydrogen peroxide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Hydrogen peroxide is a type of bleach, so don\u2019t use this approach on your dark-colored hardwood, as it can lead to bleaching and slight discolorations. Hydrogen peroxide lightens the dark urine stains by lifting the urine residue from your hardwood floor. So, only use this method for light-colored hardwood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow the steps below to get rid of dark urine stains on hardwood floors with hydrogen peroxide:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol type=\"1\"><li>Soak a clean cloth with concentrated 3% hydrogen peroxide.<\/li><li>Use the soaked cloth to scrub the urine-stained hardwood as a pre-treatment process.<\/li><li>After scrubbing, cover the entire stained area with a new clean absorbent cloth.<\/li><li>Soak the absorbent cloth with hydrogen peroxide by generously pouring it all over the cloth.<\/li><li>Allow the soaked absorbent cloth to sit on the stained hardwood for at least an hour.<\/li><li>Upon drying, check if the urine stains lighten or disappear.<\/li><li>Afterward, rinse the stained area with clean water.<\/li><li>Dry with a clean cloth.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Clear_up_dark_urine_stains_using_baking_soda\"><\/span>Clear up dark urine stains using baking soda<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In this method, the baking soda will act as a cleaning agent and a deodorizer. Baking soda always works best with vinegar. So, when performing this cleaning method, you will need the additional help of white vinegar. Together, these two stain removers can get rid of dark urine stains on your beautiful hardwood floors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow the steps below to remove dark urine stains on your hardwood floors using a baking soda and vinegar solution:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol type=\"1\"><li>Create a mixture of baking soda and distilled white vinegar with the same consistency as that of a paste.<\/li><li>Use the mixture to coat the stained area. Leave it for an hour.<\/li><li>Remove the remains of the baking soda and vinegar coating with a microfiber towel and dispose of them.<\/li><li>Wipe the area with a dampened cloth and allow it to dry.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eliminate_dark_urine_stains_using_enzymatic_cleaner\"><\/span>Eliminate dark urine stains using enzymatic cleaner<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Enzymatic cleaners are commercial, non-toxic products that use natural <a href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/best-enzyme-cleaners-for-cat-urine\/\">enzymes to neutralize urine<\/a>, leading to the disappearance of the stain. This method speeds up the stain removal process, and it may need to be repeated more than once when working on old, stubborn, and dark urine stains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The following are the steps to follow when removing dark urine stains with commercial enzymatic cleaners:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol type=\"1\"><li>Just like any other method, start by cleaning the surface of the stained area.<\/li><li>Afterward, apply the enzymatic cleaner on the urine-stained site.<\/li><li>Succeeding steps may vary depending on the manufacturers&#8217; instructions. So, ensure you check the instructions when using the product.&nbsp;<\/li><li>After the stains are no longer visible, rinse the area with water and allow it to dry.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Pre-formulated urine stain removers are great for use on hardwood floors and surfaces. Keeping an enzymatic cleaner at home is a good idea for pet owners and people with small children. Having it on hand, allows you to always manage urine stains immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If all else fails, the best option is to sand down or replace your hardwood floors completely. And from then on, never allow your hardwood to catch urine stains again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Commonly_asked_question_about_urine_stains_on_hardwood_floors\"><\/span>Commonly asked question about urine stains on hardwood floors<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_use_household_bleach_to_remove_dark_urine_stains\"><\/span>Can I use household bleach to remove dark urine stains?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, but you need to use different kinds of bleach, like hydrogen peroxide and special wood bleach to remove dark urine stains on your hardwood floor. That&#8217;s because common household bleach such as sodium hypochlorite is not enough to deal with stubborn dark urine stains and can cause damage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_dog_urine_cause_staining_on_my_hardwood\"><\/span>Will dog urine cause staining on my hardwood?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Dog urine is one of the root causes of dark urine stains on hardwood floors. The odor of dog urine is also problematic when urine seeps in the hardwood, making it harder to remove. That is why it\u2019s best to potty-train your furry friend to ensure your hardwood floors stay clean. And when accidents happen, act immediately to treat the stain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_urine_stains_get_dark\"><\/span>How do urine stains get dark?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Urine stains get darker over time because urine pigments stick to the surface of your hardwood floors. When urine spills on hardwood and sets in, the color of the stained area becomes dark because of the deposition of water and residues. However, even dark urine stains are still manageable and possible to remove.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Video_How_to_get_dog_urine_out_of_carpet\"><\/span>Video: How to get dog urine out of carpet<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to get dog urine out of carpet \ud83d\udca6 Remove dog pee from your carpets\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/PFiALa-r_6c?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span>The Bottom Line<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The removal of urine stains requires effort and full commitment. It\u2019s best to deal with accidental urination quickly to avoid the hassle of removing old dark urine stains on your hardwood floors. But you&#8217;re not always there when these accidents happen, so ensure you have the right tools for stain removal to help you deal with the stains with ease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/how-to-remove-dark-urine-stains-from-hardwood-floors-1-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"how to remove dark urine stains from hardwood floors\" class=\"wp-image-1394\" srcset=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/how-to-remove-dark-urine-stains-from-hardwood-floors-1-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/how-to-remove-dark-urine-stains-from-hardwood-floors-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/how-to-remove-dark-urine-stains-from-hardwood-floors-1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/how-to-remove-dark-urine-stains-from-hardwood-floors-1.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hardwood floors are prone to urine stains that darken over time and form dark discolorations. Fortunately, you can remove urine stains with the help of home remedies. 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