With the arrival of the heat, these little intruders become more frequent. However, it is not necessary to resort to aggressive products to keep them at bay. High temperatures usually bring with them an unwelcome visitor: flies, spiders and other insects that take advantage of any crack to sneak into the house. Although most of them do not represent a serious risk, their presence is uncomfortable, especially in spaces such as the kitchen, bathroom or bedrooms. The key to avoiding them is prevention and good household cleaning.
With the arrival of spring, these little intruders become more frequent. However, it is not necessary to resort to aggressive products to keep them at bay. Cleaning content creator Georgia, known on TikTok as @cleanwithgeorgia, has shared a list of natural solutions that can help you eliminate flies and spiders without using chemicals.
The 2 natural repellents
One of the simplest remedies is a homemade peppermint spray. “This spray only has two ingredients, so it’s definitely worth a try,” says Georgia. To make it, you only need half a cup of water and 15 to 20 drops of peppermint essential oil. Shake the mixture well and apply it to window frames, doors and dark corners where cobwebs tend to appear.
Thanks to their acute sense of smell, spiders tend to avoid areas with strong odors, such as mint. Therefore, this mixture acts as an effective and safe natural repellent for the home. The influencer also recommends using peppermint oil when cleaning areas with cobwebs. Simply lightly soak a duster with this oil and go over the corners where spiders tend to appear. This trick not only removes the cobwebs, but also helps prevent them from settling again.
Another source of attraction for insects is the trash can. Georgia advises cleaning it frequently and also applying the mint solution. “Since spiders love humid environments, be sure to rub the trash can with peppermint oil,” she says. This not only neutralizes odors, but acts as a natural barrier against these animals.
For pesky fruit flies, Georgia suggests a simple trap: apple cider vinegar and a few drops of dish soap. “I can’t remember the last time I had fruit flies in my house, and that’s because I use apple cider vinegar and a solution of dish soap,” she explained. Place the mixture in a small glass or dish near the fruit bowl or in the kitchen. The vinegar will attract them and the detergent will prevent them from escaping. A quick, cheap and effective remedy.
In addition to natural remedies, keeping the house clean is essential. The expert recommends vacuuming sofas and corners where crumbs can accumulate, as well as cleaning under appliances, where food scraps often remain. She also advises to dry spills immediately and to store all food in airtight containers.
