I just bought a charming old farmhouse, but one of the rooms has this weird smell even after I've painted the walls and cleaned up the old vinyl flooring. When I finally pulled up the vinyl, I found a bunch of newspapers that were soaked with years of pet urine, and wow, what a stench! I've removed all that mess and now I'm left with just the bare concrete. What should I do to clean this porous concrete before putting down new vinyl flooring? I can't take the time to properly level the floor right now, so I'm looking for effective cleaning solutions.
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You might want to try using an enzyme cleaner. It’s specifically designed for breaking down the kinds of stains and odors left by pets, which TSP and ozone might not fully tackle. Still, using the ozone machine afterward is a good follow-up to ensure the area smells fresh!
Consider using TSP to clean the concrete. It's a strong cleaner that can help remove the odors. After that, running an ozone machine can really help freshen things up. Just make sure to follow all safety precautions since ozone can be powerful!
Hydrogen peroxide is another option! It can be effective for cleaning up animal stains on concrete. You might want to give that a try as well!