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Daily Record
3 days ago
- Health
- Daily Record
Mice will scurry away for good if you place one natural repellent in your home
Mice can spread dangerous diseases and cause a lot of damage to your property, but one inexpensive and natural repellent will send them packing While mice might be a delightful sight in the British countryside, or a cherished pet safely housed in a cage, they are less welcome when they decide to inhabit your walls and under floorboards. Despite their adorable appearance, mice are a public health pest and can cause significant harm. Mice are known carriers of diseases such as Salmonella and Listeria, which they can transmit to humans through their urine, droppings and bedding. As they scuttle about on your countertops, cupboards and tables, they can spread dirt and bacteria. They also cause considerable property damage due to their compulsive need to gnaw, putting your electric cables, doors, skirting boards and floorboards all at risk. Fortunately, there is a clever natural solution that avoids the need to spend large sums on traps and helps keep them away from your home. Peppermint oil has emerged as a popular method for deterring mice from your home. Mice find the smell of peppermint overpowering and disorientating as the potent aroma masks their pheromones on their pathways. Consequently, it will discourage the pests from entering your house, according to lifestyle blogger The Kitchn, reports the Express. The blogger suggests mixing two teaspoons of 100% peppermint oil with every 230 ml of water in a small spray bottle. You can then spray this solution anywhere you have spotted mice. You can also apply the oil directly onto cotton balls and place these in areas prone to mice. You can purchase 100 ml bottles of peppermint essential oil on Amazon for a mere £6.59. However, it's worth noting that if mice have made themselves at home inside your property, the scent of peppermint alone won't persuade them to vacate their nest. More drastic measures may be required to rid your home of these unwelcome visitors. A pest control whizz also shared an easy trick - using peppermint oil - to deter wasps and ensure a wasp-free abode in the warmer months. Wasps and hornets have an aversion to the scent of mint, which suggests that scattering mint around your residence could serve as an effective natural deterrent. Clancy Bros Pest Control also recommended the use of peppermint oil to achieve the same result – simply by applying a few drops of the oil onto a cotton ball. Cleaning guru Chantel Mila disclosed her method of using peppermint oil on cotton balls tucked beneath her bin liner to fend off insects and unpleasant smells. She further advised placing them in your vacuum cleaner to fill your entire house with a peppermint fragrance that bugs, including wasps, cannot stand. Mila informed her 1.6 million TikTok followers that she positions mint in water-filled jars near her windows to prevent flies from entering her home, and cleans her walls and floors with orange oil to repel spiders, which loathe the aroma.
The Sun
3 days ago
- General
- The Sun
The easy cotton wool hack that keeps wasps out of your home this summer & it takes seconds to do
AS the summer months approach, more and more insects make their way into our homes. While most of them are totally harmless, there's one we'd all rather avoid - wasps. 2 Thankfully, a pest control expert has shared a simple way to keep them out for good without using harsh chemicals. And all you will need to keep them deterred from entering your home is some peppermint oil and some cotton wool. Wasps and hornets are known to have a hatred for mint - and so sprinkling mint around your property might be just the repellent you need. Clancy Bros Pest Control also suggests using peppermint oil as an alternative. To complete the hack all you need to do is put a few drops of the oil into the cotton wool, reports the Express. In addition, cleaning sensation Chantel Mila has shared her tactic of placing peppermint oil-infused cotton balls under bin liners to ward off insects while also keeping odours at bay. She also suggested vacuuming the cotton wool dabbed in oil up so the scent permeates the house to keep wasps out. Mila, who shared the advice with her 1.6 million followers, also noted that she places a mint in jars full of water near windows to block fly entry. The cleaning whizz also combats spider invasion by wiping down walls and floors with orange oil as spiders detest its smell. Chantel also revealed that doorways are a critical point of entry for insects. Tips and Tricks to Keep Your Garden Pest-Free "Dirty door tracks can be a breeding ground for bugs, so wrap a cloth around a blunt knife to clean them easily," she said. Wasps also detest the smell of cayenne pepper, according to Eliminate Solutions. To create a repellent, mix one teaspoon of pepper with one cup of water and spray it around your home to keep these pests at bay. Citronella, a citrus scent commonly found in perfumes and soaps, is renowned for its insect-repelling properties, particularly against mosquitos, but it's also effective in warding off wasps. The pest control firm suggests "burning citronella candles to infuse the outdoor area" as a deterrent. In addition, keeping homes free of exposed food and drinks is crucial to prevent these insects from venturing indoors. Timothy Wong, a director at MandM Pest Control, shared with the Martha Stewart website that wasps are attracted to carbohydrates found in fruits, sugary drinks, and sweets, which explains their presence near picnic areas, rubbish bins, and inside homes. IF you want to ensure that your home is pest free this summer, here's what you need to know. Hornets and wasps - hate the smell of peppermint oil so spraying this liberally around your patio or balcony can help to keep them at bay. Moths - acidic household white vinegar is effective for deterring moths. Soak some kitchen roll in vinegar and leave it in your wardrobe as a deterrent. Flying ants - herbs and spices, such as cinnamon, mint, chilli pepper, black pepper, cayenne pepper, cloves, or garlic act as deterrents. Mosquitoes - plants, herbs and essential oil fragrances can help deter mozzies inside and out. Try eucalyptus, lavender and lemongrass.
The Sun
5 days ago
- General
- The Sun
Two cheap products just 70p in total can repel pests including ants from your home and garden this summer
AS the hot weather approaches, homes across the country will be trying different tips and tricks to keep insects at bay. But you don't need to spend a fortune on posh products, in fact, this 70p hack is all you need. 3 3 3 As temperatures rise, most pests are on the search for a tasty snack - with countertop food, waste and even spillages making for a tasty treat. Ants are no different and alarmingly, they can lay up to 800 eggs a day once they are in your home. And since these insects love anything sweet, even the smallest of spills in your kitchen can attract them. While wiping up your countertops and storing leftovers properly is essential, there's an extra step you can take. But instead of reaching for some ant killer, there are kinder options that will simply deter them from your home, rather than killing them. With this in mind, cleaning pro Chantel Mila, who posts under the handle @mama_mila_ on TikTok shared her method for deterring ants. Chantel said: "Say goodbye to ants in your kitchen, this mix is a must-have to keep ants away, and it doubles as a great multipurpose cleaner." Chantel suggested creating an all-natural spray combining lemon peel with white vinegar and allowing it to infuse for two weeks. After two weeks, she explained you should combine the mixture with equal parts water in a spray bottle. Chantel then said: "This powerful mix can be used on cracks to deter ants, due to the D-limonene in the lemon peels." Nature's Defenses: Organic Solutions to Garden Pest Problems She explained that the ants are also not fans of the scent of white vinegar. And that the concoction is not only good for deterring ants from your home, but it can also double as a great multi-purpose cleaner. With a costing as little as 99p in Aldi, and white vinegar at only 35p in Sainsbury's - this is an easy way to prevent pests without using harsh chemicals. Chantel's followers were quick to comment on the video, with one joking: "Couldn't wait two weeks, burned down my house!" Keep pests out all summer Hornets and wasps - hate the smell of peppermint oil so spraying this liberally around your patio or balcony can help to keep them at bay. Moths - acidic household white vinegar is effective for deterring moths. Soak some kitchen roll in vinegar and leave it in your wardrobe as a deterrent. Flying ants - herbs and spices, such as cinnamon, mint, chilli pepper, black pepper, cayenne pepper, cloves, or garlic act as deterrents. Mosquitoes - plants, herbs and essential oil fragrances can help deter mossies inside and out. Try eucalyptus, lavender and lemongrass. While another said: "Need a solution ASAP, these ants are irritating me, I'm constantly cleaning but don't know why they keep coming back." One fan simply said: "Love how simple this is." Meanwhile, a cheap 6p item from Home Bargains creates a 'relaxing' atmosphere in your garden as well as repelling insects. You can also use soap and tights to repel flies from your home this summer. A budget-friendly hack can also help to banish slugs and snails from your garden. You can also use a £1.40 household item to deter ants from entering your home. Plus Lidl is selling a £9 garden gizmo in stores that will keep insects away when entertaining outside this summer. And finally, a 49p hack helps to keep wasps from your garden, but you'll want to act soon.
Daily Record
20-05-2025
- General
- Daily Record
Fruit flies will be repelled by placing this item in your bowl
A TikToker has shared a simple hack to keep the insects at bay with one thing in your fruit bowl Fruit flies and insects can be a common nuisance during the warmer months. They are typically attracted to sweet smells, as well as overripe, fermented fruits and vegetables, especially bananas, apples, and squash. But there is a way to stop them swarming your kitchen this summer. Cleaning TikToker Chantel Mila has shared an easy deterrent to avoid any issues with fruit flies loitering around fresh fruit outside of the fridge. You won't have to worry about throwing fruit away, instead Chantel recommended using corks, like you would find in wine bottles. If you don't want a chemical spray to deter fruit flies, this may be a good alternative. Although she doesn't indicate how many corks you should use, more than one wouldn't hurt, reports the Express. Simply place the corks in the fruit bowl with the fruit. The Kitchn advised avoiding synthetic wine corks, as they're made from plastic. Synthetic corks can't, therefore, absorb excess humidity. Adding wine corks to fruit bowls deters fruit flies by absorbing moisture and emitting a scent that the flies dislike. On the other hand, natural corks help to absorb the moisture released by ripening fruit, reducing the attraction of fruit flies to the bowl. The natural cork absorbs humidity from the air around it. Lower humidity in the air means slower ripening, which means fruit stays fresher, longer. Furthermore, the natural aroma of the cork, which is unappealing to fruit flies, serves as an additional deterrent. As the cork absorbs the sweet scent of the fruit and emits its own natural scent, the flies are less likely to land on the fruit that no longer smells appealing. According to Ryan Watts, a sommelier at Cameron Hughes Wine, who spoke to Today: "Two things attract fruit flies: sugars and moisture. This is why you most often find them around ripe fruit and in or around sinks and drains. "Natural cork is a perfect deterrent as the cork material absorbs moisture put off by the ripening fruit and activates a fragrance from the cork that fruit flies are none too pleased about." Another effortless DIY fix for the fruit fly has proven promising. Some individuals have attempted to kill them using apple cider vinegar, but some found the trick to be hit and miss. A Reddit user, however, may have found the ultimate remedy with just a humble pantry staple. They shared: "The best thing I've ever used is soy sauce. They love fermented stuff. I put soy sauce in a shallow dish, cover it with [cling film], and poke pencil-sized holes [in the film]. Works a treat." In addition to the soy sauce tactic, the same individual recommends "pouring bleach down all of your drains" before bedtime and underscores the significance of kitchen hygiene, advising against leaving exposed fruit, wine, beer or juice out on countertops.
New York Post
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Experts warn against viral laundry hack hailed as ‘genius': ‘Be mindful'
A laundry hack being hailed as 'genius' is doing the rounds of the internet, introducing people to a faster and more convenient way to dry their clothes. However, experts are warning anyone who tries it to be careful, as it may cause more problems than you'd expect. The laundry hack you never knew you needed Aussie TikTok user @keepingwithkirsty has taken to TikTok, promoting her laundry hack that's taken social media by storm. 'This is your sign to dry your wet clothes on hangers to save time,' she says in the video. 3 Aussie TikTok user @keepingwithkirsty has taken to TikTok, promoting her laundry hack that's taken social media by storm. tiktok/@keepingwithkirsty 'Also helps with creases!' In the video, Kristy practices what she preaches; hanging a button up shirt on a coat hanger before propping it up on her clothesline. Kristy isn't the first person to try the hack, with fellow creator @karenlily24 showcasing the same thing just a few months ago. 'I was informed that my way of hanging out washing was a hack,' she wrote in the video's caption. 'I don't know, but it's how I've always done it. Easy to take in quickly and goes straight into the wardrobes when it's dry.' 'Life changing!' Commenters on both videos thought that the idea was genius, calling it a life changer. 3 'This is your sign to dry your wet clothes on hangers to save time,' she says in the video. tiktok/@keepingwithkirsty 'Great idea,' said one user. 'Such a good idea!' another agreed. 'Life changing,' said a third. Others agreed, saying they'd been doing it at home for years. 'I've always done this. So easy and quick,' said one person. 'Been doing this for years!' another added. But, there's a catch… However, while it can be a time saver, the hack also comes with its cons. Influencer and cleaning guru Chantel Mila, on social media as @mama_mila_au, said that this hack is one she uses herself from time to time. 'That is a great hack and one I sometimes use too. You can even hang wrinkled clothes in the bathroom while you shower and allow the steam to release the wrinkles,' she told Kidspot. 'The advantage of hanging wet clothes to dry is to increase the amount of clothes you can add on your clothes drying rack, and it helps remove creases as the wet clothes are not directly on the rack.' But you have to be careful about what you're hanging, as choosing a more flexible piece could quickly go awry. 'The downside is that it could stretch out certain materials and leave 'shoulder bumps,' which is not desirable. So I would only use it for items that aren't prone to stretching,' Chantel added. The R&D Technologist at OMO shared similar advice. 3 'The advantage of hanging wet clothes to dry is to increase the amount of clothes you can add on your clothes drying rack, and it helps remove creases as the wet clothes are not directly on the rack,' cleaning guru Chantel Mila said. K – 'To make clothes last longer and conserve energy, hang wet shirts directly on coat hangers to dry naturally. This is especially effective for woven shirts – the creases drop out as they dry, reducing the need for ironing. Give each shirt a quick flick before hanging to help release creases, and you'll avoid peg marks too. Once dry, it's ready to go straight into the wardrobe,' they said. 'Hanging clothes on coat hangers can speed up drying – predominately when there's good air circulation. Spacing out clothes via pegs – demonstrated by the influencer – means the clothing will dry evenly without bunching. Be mindful with knits, as they can stretch if left hanging too long.'
