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How do I get pee smell out of my car seat?

How do I get rid of the urine smell in my car? Recently my partner and I decided to go on a road trip with our son. Our son is going through the transition from diapers to regular children’s underwear. Yesterday, our son had an accident and peed on the car seat.

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Phoebe Mah · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Children can be unpredictable. Whether it is pee or
vomit
, don’t worry, you and your partner are not alone in this dilemma.
The best and most effective way to get the pee smell out of a car seat is by using vinegar!
Here is the step-by-step guide to getting your seat to smell fresh again.
Materials you’ll need:
  • Vinegar
  • Detergent
  • Water
  • Spray bottle
  • Soft clothes
Step one: Pour one part vinegar and one part liquid soap in a spray bottle. Add water but only enough to make the solution lather properly. Step two: Spray the mixture on the dirty surface. Do not drench the car seat. Step three: Use a soft cloth to scrub the area sprayed. Step four: Continue until it’s clean. Step four: Use a damp cloth to wipe off the foam residue. Step five: Blot out the water with a dry cloth. Step six: Let it dry naturally.
Good luck!
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