{"id":298,"date":"2023-11-27T23:27:58","date_gmt":"2023-11-27T23:27:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nanasadvice.com\/?p=298"},"modified":"2023-11-27T23:30:14","modified_gmt":"2023-11-27T23:30:14","slug":"how-to-keep-insects-away-from-the-house-with-baking-soda","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nanasadvice.com\/?p=298","title":{"rendered":"How to keep insects away from the house with baking soda"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>How to keep insects away from the house with baking soda<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjjVkAFddLcrDo8Vdu15sZNS6c5yqq4h8r73O09fLhieSEsmDHvWu6TcRvykVMN85r64t23vhQnmfi9vRTXoXvNbAjeSfohKVL7MtM2qsXA56BXJVpsojiYOcmxxpf5LDyo1FYXVVmCk3L8ERqjMIE0jwGGaZsklbDKU_u9_GtuUjXuhHVsz8lGtnLDGGA\/s703\/397060062_184603034698142_2468228133169120864_n.jpg\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. An Ant-Free Abode with Baking Soda<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ants have a thing for sweets, and you can use this to your advantage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mix equal parts of baking soda and powdered sugar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Scatter this mix in ant-frequented spots, especially entryways or their familiar routes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The sweetness lures the ants, but the baking soda they cart back home works its magic against them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Showing Cockroaches the Door<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Those resilient roaches meet their match with baking soda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Blend equal measures of baking soda and sugar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pour this concoction into small dishes or caps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Station these containers in roach hotspots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As the sugar beckons them, baking soda ensures they don&#8217;t overstay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Bidding Silverfish Goodbye<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If moist, shadowy corners are silverfish havens in your house, here&#8217;s how baking soda can help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lightly dust baking soda in places like beneath sinks, restroom nooks, or other potential silverfish hideouts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Its rough texture ensures they scuttle away and think twice about returning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. Maximize Your Baking Soda Strategy:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure your baking soda remains dry for optimal insect-repelling results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Refresh your baking soda blend every couple of days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If pets frequent areas where you&#8217;ve used baking soda, exercise caution. While a pinch here and there won&#8217;t harm them, gorging on it isn&#8217;t advisable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6. Wrapping Up<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With baking soda, you&#8217;ve got a natural, economical ally in your fight against certain pesky invaders. Especially ideal for households with children and pets, thanks to its non-toxicity. But for stubborn infestations or other pests, seeking a pest control expert&#8217;s insights may be wise. Prevention is key. A clean, crumb-free house is your first line of defense against pests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Note: This content is for general knowledge and isn&#8217;t a substitute for expert counsel. Always trial methods on a small patch before going all out.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to keep insects away from the house with baking soda &nbsp; 2. An Ant-Free Abode with Baking Soda Ants have a thing for sweets, and you can use this to your advantage. Steps: Mix equal parts of baking soda and powdered sugar. 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