Due to their large size and
construction methods, successful removal of
urine stains and odors can be troublesome.
However, following the guidelines below helps
increase your chances of success.
Traditional Spring Construction
Mattresses
Directions for use:
1. First, identify the area(s) to be treated
and estimate amount of urine deposited. (Single
occurrence vs. repeated soiling).
2. For new deposits, soak up as much of the
liquid as possible. An absorbent material such
as wadded paper towel is both effective and
disposable.
3. Test materials for colorfastness. Although
UriZyme is safe for use on the most common
fabrics, it is recommended that you test UriZyme
in an inconspicuous area first. Should you have
any doubt, discontinue use and consult the
mattress manufacturer.
4. Dilute each 8oz. x 2
Gallon maximum of clean water in a clean
container. Note: You may dilute stronger
solution if the odor and stain problem is older
or extremely strong.
5. Saturate contaminated area
thoroughly. For best results, the bacterial
enzymes must come into contact with the
contaminants in order to completely digest the
source of the offending odors. Use enough
product to
penetrate the fabric surface through to multiple
layers of padding, to the spring coils and
finally to the opposite side (depending on how
much urine was deposited).
6. Flip mattress (if necessary) and repeat
procedure from opposite side.
7. It may beneficial to keep the treated area
moist by covering effected area with plastic (a
plastic garbage bag will do the job). As a
bio-based product, bacterial cultures need to
stay in a moist environment in order to
reproduce, multiply and consume contaminants.
Covering with plastic will help retain moisture,
extending the working "life cycle" of the
bacterial cultures.
8. Allow to air dry. As a bio-based
product, bacterial cultures need to stay in a
moist environment in order to reproduce,
multiply and consume contaminants. After
completely dry and all odor has been eliminated,
you may rinse with clean water or clean the area
to remove any residue and to help prevent future
resoiling of the area.
9. Repeat as necessary. Due to the
inaccessible "hollow" construction of
traditional mattresses, it may be necessary to
repeat the procedures listed above until all
stains and odors are removed.
Note: Urine odors may intensify with
the initial application. This is a sign that the
urine deposits are "lifting" and being broken
apart by the bio-enzymatic action.
Use on effected areas before professional
upholstery cleaning. "Wet" process cleaning
machinery and procedures may result in spreading
the odor causing materials (uric acid crystals)
over a wider area, making clean up more
difficult.
Special Note: Older "set" stains may
not lift completely due to acidic "etching" of
the mattress fabric. Unfortunately, prolonged
exposure to uric acid may actually "burn" fibers
beyond repair.
Foam Construction Mattresses
Directions for use:
1. First, identify the area(s) to be treated
and estimate amount of urine deposited. (Single
occurrence vs. repeated soiling).
2. For new deposits, soak up as much of the
liquid as possible. An absorbent material such
as wadded paper towel is both effective and
disposable.
3. Test materials for colorfastness. Although
safe for use on the most common fabrics (such as
vinyl and nylon found on hospital mattresses),
it is recommended that you test an inconspicuous
area first. Should you have any doubt,
discontinue use and consult the mattress
manufacturer.
4. Dilute each 4 oz. x
1 Gallon maximum of clean water in a clean
container. Note: You may dilute stronger
solution if the odor and stain problem is older
or extremely strong.
5. Saturate contaminated area
thoroughly. For best results, the bacterial
enzymes must come into contact with the
contaminants in order to completely digest the
source of the offending odors. Use enough
product to
penetrate the surface fabric through to foam
cushion material.
6. Allow to air dry. As a bio-based
product, bacterial cultures need to stay in a
moist environment in order to reproduce,
multiply and consume contaminants. After
completely dry and all odor has been eliminated,
you may rinse with clean water or clean the area
to remove any residue and to help prevent future
resoiling of the area.
7. Repeat as necessary.
Note: Urine odors may intensify with
the initial application. This is a sign that the
urine deposits are "lifting" and being broken
apart by the bio-enzymatic action. Back
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