Introduction
Dealing with household pests doesn’t have to mean using toxic chemicals or expensive products. You can protect your home naturally with simple DIY sprays made from safe, effective kitchen and pantry ingredients. Whether it’s ants in the pantry, cockroaches under the sink, bed bugs in the bedroom, or mosquitoes buzzing by the window—there’s a targeted homemade spray solution for each. These natural repellents are easy to prepare, safe for most home environments, and surprisingly powerful when used consistently.
1. Ant Spray
Ingredients:
1 cup water
1 cup white vinegar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
How to make:
Combine water and vinegar in a spray bottle.
Add the cinnamon powder and shake well.
Serving and storage tips:
Shake before each use.
Store at room temperature for up to 1 week.
How to use:
Spray along baseboards, doorways, countertops, and ant trails. Focus on kitchen corners and entry points.
Variations:
Use cinnamon essential oil (5–7 drops) instead of powder for a stronger scent.
Add a few drops of peppermint oil for enhanced repellency.
2. Cockroach Spray
Ingredients:
1 cup vinegar
1 teaspoon borax (handle with care)
5 drops clove essential oil (or a pinch of clove powder)
How to make:
In a spray bottle, mix vinegar and borax until borax dissolves.
Add clove oil and shake thoroughly.
Serving and storage tips:
Store in a cool, dark place.
Shake before each use. Use within 10 days.
How to use:
Spray directly into cracks, along baseboards, sink drains, and under appliances.
Variations:
Replace vinegar with lemon juice for added acidity and scent.
Add eucalyptus oil to intensify the deterrent effect.
3. Bed Bug Spray
Ingredients:
1 cup water
1 tablespoon food-grade diatomaceous earth
How to make:
Add the diatomaceous earth to water in a spray bottle.
Shake thoroughly before each use, as the powder settles.
Serving and storage tips:
Always shake before spraying.
Store in a cool, dry area and use within 1 week.
How to use:
Mist lightly over mattress seams, bed corners, and upholstery. Avoid inhaling the powder directly during application.
Variations:
Add 5 drops of lavender oil for a calming scent and added repellent effect.
Use a fine spray nozzle for even distribution.
4. Mosquito Spray
The rest of the recipe continues on the next page.
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