Has anyone else noticed that (for carpet) while the product is drying, the cat urine smell is awful, but goes away once dry?
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NOIs the cat urine that strong before you use Nature's Miracle? Could be the rug fibers.
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The smell of the product is too strong/perfume-like for me. I have a sensitive nose to begin with. Maybe they will make a fragrance free version like anti-icky poo. Or a milder fragrance would be nice. No more flowers please.
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Yes. I noticed though when I tried to shampoo the carpet that it made the smell stronger. I think it may be just the dried urine getting wet that makes the smell worse. This product completely gets rid of the smell though!
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Yes, the smell is stronger when you first put the product on. I believe that it's the enzymes breaking down the urine. However, the smell soon fades. I've used Nature's Miracle for several years in my multi-pet household, and can't say enough good things about it. I also recommend Nature's Miracle Stain and Odor Remover.
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Yes, I have noticed the odor to be stronger while I am cleaning the carpet and that it goes away shortly after. That made me think that the urine is possibly so saturated into the carpet/backing/padding that I takes more than one shot to take care of it. I try to run my carpet cleaner over the area with a 50% vinegar 50% H2O a day or so after I cleaned with the Nature's Miracle. I think this helps since my 4 legged friends don't seem to "re-use" the areas that I have done that process with. My husband likes to do things really fast, so doesn't spend as much time going over the spots to suck up the solution. They always go back to the spots that he cleaned. Yes, I have noticed the odor to be stronger while I am cleaning the carpet and that it goes away shortly after. That made me think that the urine is possibly so saturated into the carpet/backing/padding that I takes more than one shot to take care of it. I try to run my carpet cleaner over the area with a 50% vinegar 50% H2O a day or so after I cleaned with the Nature's Miracle. I think this helps since my 4 legged friends don't seem to "re-use" the areas that I have done that process with. My husband likes to do things really fast, so doesn't spend as much time going over the... » Read More Yes, I have noticed the odor to be stronger while I am cleaning the carpet and that it goes away shortly after. That made me think that the urine is possibly so saturated into the carpet/backing/padding that I takes more than one shot to take care of it. I try to run my carpet cleaner over the area with a 50% vinegar 50% H2O a day or so after I cleaned with the Nature's Miracle. I think this helps since my 4 legged friends don't seem to "re-use" the areas that I have done that process with. My husband likes to do things really fast, so doesn't spend as much time going over the spots to suck up the solution. They always go back to the spots that he cleaned. « Show Less
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I'm seeing a number of products that address urine, but my cats are defecating under a bed, on the carpet, but use their boxes for urination. Will this product help with the defecation odor?
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I have never had that issue before, but this works very well with dog urine odor. You might want to mix it a little stronger or perhaps use full strength. the people with the company are pretty helpful, they might have more info. But this is pretty effective, with Eco 88 one of the two best I have used. And I have quite a bit of experience with cleaning up accidents. It even works on my hard wood(unsealed) floorGood luck, you might need to make sure that you get it in the crevices too.
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That's like bleach. It will roin your carpet. Looke for carpet shampoo! This not the right product!
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The stain and smell I dealt with was from cat urine and I did have success using this product. In fact, I bought a bunch of cans after the first use, in part because I was happy with the product, also because I was going to need more. I would encourage a purchase of a can to see if you like it.
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I agree with the person who says it has a chemical perfume smell. It totally smells, ALL THE TIME. I don't understand why they have to add fragrance to cat litter, it just adds to the bad smells!
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I believe the 'ideal' way to apply it is using a spray. failing that I have just poured it on the offending spots (probably overdoing it and soaking the carpet instead!). I just finished my big bottle and am not reordering it because I found that rather than removing the odor it just covers it up with a perfume scent... basically, I am sorry to say that I have yet to find a suitable solution for urine stains or odors.
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I'm seeing a number of products that address urine, but my cats are defecating under a bed, on the carpet, but use their boxes for urination. Will this product help with the defecation odor? Shoot, I meant this as a question, not an answer!
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Mine did not take to it immediately. I tried the mixing of the granules with the regular litter and still they were not keen on using the Genie. I finally made them go "cold turkey" and took away their regular boxes. They did use the Genie but one of my cats is large and doesn't squat completely so urine was going into the mechanical areas that were not washed. The smell soon became apparent and with the effort it took to completely take it apart to clean it, I sent it back and went back to a traditional box. It is a nice concept but it just isn't worth the money and the difficulty with using it. Mine did not take to it immediately. I tried the mixing of the granules with the regular litter and still they were not keen on using the Genie. I finally made them go "cold turkey" and took away their regular boxes. They did use the Genie but one of my cats is large and doesn't squat completely so urine was going into the mechanical areas that were not washed. The smell soon became apparent and with the effort it took to completely take it apart to clean it, I sent it back and went back to a traditional box. It is a nice concept but it just isn't worth the money and the... » Read More Mine did not take to it immediately. I tried the mixing of the granules with the regular litter and still they were not keen on using the Genie. I finally made them go "cold turkey" and took away their regular boxes. They did use the Genie but one of my cats is large and doesn't squat completely so urine was going into the mechanical areas that were not washed. The smell soon became apparent and with the effort it took to completely take it apart to clean it, I sent it back and went back to a traditional box. It is a nice concept but it just isn't worth the money and the difficulty with using it. « Show Less
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I'm not sure specifically on cat urine as my cat didn't use the carpet as a potty. But, there was a large spot from the previous homeowner's dog that it did a great job on. I did have to go over it twice (probably because I needed to make sure there was no return of the awful smell). I was quite surprised at how well this cleaning solution worked.
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When the pet marks it's spot, it's not only the carpet but the padding under the carpet that gets sprayed. Try the water on a little spot first to make sure it won't effect the color( it's strong when it is very fresh, on delicate things I sometimes wait for 5 or 6 min. so its not so strong)), I have had good success with it deodorizing, but I never took up the carpet to treat the padding under it. Remarking, well pets have minds of their own, so I sure couldn't say about that.( cats don't like citrus odor) good luck.
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I have had the same problem with the weird sticky feel. Also, it didnt fully take away the urine odor, even after cleaning the carpet. Only thin that actually stopped the urine odor was another spray product that eliminates odor. It was either febreez or renuzit
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You don't take it out...it is attached but you need to rinse it out. I do that over and over.... I even towel dry it to some extent to help remove the moisture. There is also the brush I take off and clean that off each time to. After investing in new carpets, I would hate the smell of dirty water (or worse if you have kids or pets) to get into the new carpet fibers. I hope this helps you.
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I have never experienced this but everyone has their own sent of smell. There should be dessicant packs in the bottle to help with moisture which would probably bring out the smell more.
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It was smelling really bad from urine after one days use. I put a thin layer of kitty litter under the grass and now there is no smell for weeks, but my dogs don't use it all the time, they go outside on the grass during the day.
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I've sprayed it in a cellar and left it for a day. When I brought it back into my closet, I could smell it for perhaps another day. Same using it outdoors...a day or so of residual odor. I don't think the smell is awful, just odd.
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The spray drys in like 30-40 minutes on the carpet, and a little more for hardwood floors. If you use a fan it drys faster. The smell goes aways just as fast, as long as you have a window open. Good luck! I think this product really works.