I Got Rid of the Ants in My House Using Just Two Ingredients

Got ants? I’ve got an easy-peasy homemade ant killer recipe using baking soda — and it’s non-toxic! After making three lids of bait and waiting several days, the number of ants in my kitchen reduced dramatically.

Here’s how to make my DIY ant killer using only two household ingredients.

((What You’ll Need))

Baking soda Powdered sugar Jar lids (or something similar to hold the bait, although a container is not necessary)

Measuring spoon

((How to Make Homemade Ant Killer))

Combine 1 part baking soda with 1 part powdered sugar.

I used a 3/4 tablespoon of each, and mixed it together directly in the jar lid.

Place the mixture in strategic locations and wait for the baking soda to do its thing.

You can use a jar lid or something similar to keep the bait contained, or you can place it directly on the surface where the ants are prevalent.

Why This Homemade Ant Killer Works If you’ve got a sweet tooth, know that ants do as well.

“The powdered sugar is an attractant for ants, as they are foraging for water and a source of energy,” says David Price, director of technical services and associate certified entomologist at Mosquito Joe, a Neighborly company.

When you mix powdered sugar with baking soda, however, the ants not only get their sugar fix but also a dose of sodium hydrogen carbonate. “The sodium will react with certain acids within the ant, causing a chemical reaction that will dehydrate its exoskeleton by and ultimately lead to the ant’s expiration,” says Price.

Here are some homemade ant repellents you can try:

Vinegar

Mix equal parts white vinegar and water and apply to areas where you see ants. You can also spray it with a little water and let it soak in for a few hours. The strong smell of vinegar can drive ants away.

Lemon juice

Similar to vinegar, lemon juice disrupts an ant's pheromone trail, forcing them back to their colonies. You can combine lemon juice and vinegar into a single spray.

Borax

Mix one part borax with three parts sugar and dissolve it into water. Place the mixture in a bottle or canister as bait for the ants. Borax is poisonous to ants and can kill them efficiently.

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