Having a pet is one of life’s greatest joys. In fact, there is nothing better than having a furry face shower you with unconditional love and affection after a long, hard day at work. However, whether you own a cat, dog, guinea pig or house rabbit, it is easy to become all too familiar with that distinct pet smell. Over time, you may stop noticing it yourself, but be assured that your visitors will. Here, we give you five ways to banish those unwanted pet smells from your house.
1. Machine wash your upholstery
Perhaps the quickest way to eliminate odour is to remove your duvet, pillow and cushion covers and put them in the wash, particularly those that your pet may have snuggled up to. For an extra thorough clean, you could even try adding a quarter cup of cider vinegar or baking soda to your load.
2. Target problem areas
For pieces not suitable for the wash, such as a sofa without a cover or a lampshade, sprinkle some baking soda over the particularly smelly area and leave overnight. Next, use the nozzle of your vacuum cleaner to collect up the remains, leaving your furniture with that just-from-the-shop new smell.
3. Vacuum, vacuum, vacuum
Many animals are prone to moulting, meaning that their hairs will find a way into every nook and cranny of your home and, over time, become the source of odours. The most crucial thing here is that you stay one step ahead, catching those pesky strands with the vacuum weekly (or even every other day) before they become an issue. Stuck for time? Efficient Cleaning London can come in and help!
4. Wash and brush your pet
This, of course, depends on the pet, but keeping on top of your animal’s coat and general health is a good way to banish smells at the source. Brushing will get rid of old, dead hairs from the undercoat, while washing means they will have that lovely, fresh shampoo smell.
5. Use a professional cleaning service
Getting rid of pet smells around your home is a real challenge and can be a lot to think about if you’re working full time. Choosing to hire the help of a trusted, professional cleaner not only means you can establish a routine and leave it to someone ready-prepared with the appropriate equipment, but it also allows you to spend more precious free time with your family and friends.
Clearing your home of pet smells can be a frustrating and time-consuming task, so whether you’re after somebody to do a good, regular hover around or need urgent assistance to banish a problem stain, get in contact with us at Efficient Cleaning London today. Our team members are friendly, reliable and love pets just as much as you do!
