The benefits are clear:
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- Safe for use around kids and pets
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- Non-toxic, eco-conscious, and gentle on the skin
- Effective against multiple common pests
- Easy and affordable to make at home
- Versatile, working in kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and entryways
What You’ll Need
To make your homemade pest repellent, you’ll only need a few everyday items:
Ingredients:
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- 1 cup liquid dish detergent – Helps the mixture stick to surfaces and insects
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- 2 cups ethyl alcohol or apple cider vinegar – Acts as a disinfectant and bug repellent
- 2 tablespoons whole cloves – Releases a strong scent that pests hate
- ¼ cup water – Used to steep the cloves and release their natural oils
Note: If you’re avoiding alcohol in your home, apple cider vinegar is a safe, effective alternative.
How to Make the Spray
Follow these step-by-step instructions to create your natural insect-fighting solution:
Step 1: Boil the Cloves
Start by boiling ¼ cup of water in a small pot.
Once it reaches a full boil, add the 2 tablespoons of whole cloves. Let the cloves boil for 1 minute, then remove the pot from heat. Cover the pot and allow the cloves to steep for 10 minutes—this step helps release the oils and natural pest-repelling compounds.
The aroma might be strong, but that’s exactly what makes this remedy work so well.
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