I've been dealing with a persistent issue in my room where my dogs have urinated on the carpet, particularly right by the door. Despite trying several cleaning methods like vinegar, bleach, and enzyme cleaners, I ended up with a large dark stain. I decided to cut out the carpet and pad since they seemed beyond saving, but it appears that some urine has soaked into the concrete subfloor. I'm wondering how to proceed with this. Can I just paint over the area? I've heard about odor-killing primers like Killz—should I use that, or do I need to do something else first? Replacing the flooring isn't an option right now, but I need a solution!
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Before applying anything, I'd recommend using an ozone generator to neutralize the smell first. After that, treat the area with an enzyme cleaner, seal it, and then you can paint over it. Just make sure to follow that order to get the best results!
Definitely consider using Killz! It's designed to cover up odors and stains effectively. In my experience, one or two coats usually do the trick, and the smell completely disappears after a couple of days.
Okay! So when you say chemically treat first, do you mean using something like enzyme cleaner before applying a sealant like Killz?