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Do you hear subtle scratching in the walls, see ants marching like they’re on parade, or come face to face with a spider in the bathroom? Don’t worry, you’re not alone! But there’s no need to reach for harsh chemical sprays. A simple, natural, and economical ingredient could well become your secret weapon… and it’s probably already in your cupboards!
Baking Soda, an Amazing Anti-Intruder Affiliate
It’s used to whiten laundry, freshen the refrigerator, or even soothe digestion. But did you know that is also an excellent repellent against many unwanted guests? Its abrasive texture and dehydrating effect make it a gentle solution for us, but formidable for insects and small pests.
Combined with a few everyday ingredients, it becomes a highly effective homemade cocktail against cockroaches, ants, spiders, rodents, and even fleas and grubs. Here’s how to use it, room by room.
How to keep cockroaches away naturally
These little nocturnal creatures love dark, damp corners. To trap them safely:
Ingredients:
1 part baking soda
1 part powdered sugar
Directions:
Mix and place in small containers (lids, caps, etc.) near baseboards, under the refrigerator, or in cupboards. The sugar attracts them, the baking soda does the rest. The result: a homemade barrier that’s effective but safe for the inhabitants.
Stop ants without chemicals
Do they appear as soon as a small piece of sugar falls to the floor? This tip is for you.
Ingredients:
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon icing sugar
Directions:
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