Vinegar and lemon against flies: it sounds like an old family advice, of those who pass on softly. Still, there are those who swear that it works seriously. Curious, right?
As soon as the summer overlooks the window with his long afternoons and the scent of the tomatoes, they arrive on time: the flies. They slip everywhere, they set out where they should not and transform a simple outdoor lunch into a small battle. We have always tried to keep them away without resorting to extreme solutions, and it is here that the notorious duo comes into play: vinegar and lemon. Two very common ingredients that, united, seem to become an invisible barrier against these unwanted guests.
You don’t need to empty the wallet in industrial spray or ultraviolet lamps: sometimes, just open the pantry. A glass, a little vinegar, a slice of lemon and a simple idea. An idea that smells of the house and really works, at least so it is said.
Because vinegar and lemon keep flies away
Anyone who has had a grandmother with the vegetable garden knows: certain remedies never die. It is said that it is The strong smell of vinegar to act as a deterrent. Mosses just can’t stand it. The lemonwith its acidity and fresh perfume, completes the picture. Together, they create a mix that sweeps the olfactory radar of these insects. And here comes the twist: if you add a few drops of detergent for plates, everything turns into a sort of trap. The detergent breaks the voltage of the water, and when the flies approach the aroma … Pluf, they end up inside. It is not a scene to tell during a romantic dinner, but it seems that it works.
There is no mention of magical potions, but of a chemical balance as simple as it is ingenious. A sort of home-experiment that combines the pleasure of practicality with a good dose of talent.
How to prepare the remedy at home (and where to put it)
Putting this remedy together is almost relaxing. There are no tutorials, manuals or special tools. Just a little desire to experiment. And if in the fridge there is that dry half a dry lemon that nobody used and a little forgotten vinegar in the pantry, then it’s the right time.
Serve:
- 1 glass of vinegar (of white or apple wine, both are fine)
- Half a lemon depress
- A couple of drops of dishes for plates
- A transparent container (type glass or jar)
You pour everything into the glass and give a quick mix. The trick is also in the dove It is placed: close to ripe fruit, sink, windows or those areas of the house where it seems that the flies make the condominium gathering.
Some use the film with small holes above, so the flies enter but then they can no longer go out. Others leave him discovered. It is a personal choice, a bit like putting the parsley on the pasta or not.
Ah, and if you live in the countryside or in a little more humid places, it is better to prepare two or three glasses and place them in the right points. Just remember to change the content every 2-3 days. After a while, the smell vanishes and the effect is lost.
Are vinegar and lemon really an effective solution against flies?
It is worth asking an honest question: But does it really work or is it just a social gimmick? The truth is, as always, in the middle.
Do not expect to wake up one morning and find your home transformed into a frank insect area. It is not a miracle. But how concrete help To reduce the presence of flies, yes, it can make a difference. It works well especially in the preventive phase, when flies have not yet decided to move en masse to your living room.
And then, let’s face it, the idea of using something natural, fragrant and zero cost has its charm. It is an almost romantic choice, as well as sensible: a small gesture that speaks of attention, simplicity and respect for the environment.
In a world invaded by industrial solutions, recovering such a simple trick has a certain taste. And perhaps, for this reason, it is worth trying it.
Maybe find out that a lemon is really enough to bring some peace back to your kitchen.
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