You may have heard people talk about diatomaceous earth as an amazing bug killer and wonder what this magical substance could possibly be. Not only is it natural and safe to use around humans and pets, but it is also inexpensive and kills everything from fleas and bed bugs to spiders and roaches. … [Read more...]
Getting Rid of Spiders Using Diatomaceous Earth
Spiders can be beneficial creatures that eat lots of pesky bugs, but for many people they are also a thing of nightmares. Nearly everyone can agree that even if they are beneficial, it is better that spiders stay outside in the garden and not in our homes. If you would like to keep spiders at bay … [Read more...]
Killing Cockroaches With Diatomaceous Earth
Cockroaches are known to be extremely resilient and secretive creatures, which means they can be especially challenging to get rid of. If you like the idea of a natural approach to pest control, you can try using diatomaceous earth (DE), which can be safely used around people and pets.In order … [Read more...]
How to Clean Up Diatomaceous Earth
Many people successfully use diatomaceous earth (DE) for getting rid of unwanted pests like bed bugs, cockroaches, fleas, and more. After the diatomaceous earth has completed the job and served its purpose, homeowners often wonder how to clean it up.First, clean up may not actually be … [Read more...]
How Does Diatomaceous Earth Kill Bugs?
Diatomaceous earth (DE) has many uses, but one of the most popular is as an insect killer. DE is not a poison, but a naturally occurring product that works through mechanical (physical) means to kill pests. Unlike many chemical products, bugs will never become resistant to it.Diatomaceous earth … [Read more...]
How Long Does Diatomaceous Earth Take to Work?
Diatomaceous Earth (DE) is a safe, effective way to kill many different kinds of insects. Although it does not kill immediately, like some contact killers, for many people the benefits of diatomaceous earth far outweigh the wait time that is required.Diatomaceous earth is not a poison. Instead, … [Read more...]
How to Use Diatomaceous Earth for Fleas
Diatomaceous earth (DE) is an excellent insect killer that is both nontoxic and long-lasting. It has long been used in the control of fleas, bed bugs, ants, and other household pests.Diatomaceous earth is a naturally occurring powder that is made from the microscopic remains of a type of algae, … [Read more...]
How to Apply Diatomaceous Earth for Ants
Ants are one of the most common insects that cause problems in homes. They can be annoyingly persistent and extremely difficult to get rid of. One non-toxic, inexpensive way to get rid of them is with diatomaceous earth (DE). It is a natural product that is safe around kids and pets and will work … [Read more...]
