One of the disadvantages of the summer months is the increased insect activity that is just waiting for the opportunity to fly into our homes. The most annoying are, of course, flies, which are not only noisy, but also spread bacteria and germs. Fortunately, we know a few ways that will effectively help you get rid of flies from the kitchen and force insects to think twice whether they will visit your house.
1. Herb associated with Italy
Of course, this is a basil that we often add to Italian dishes.
- Flies hate its intense aroma and if you place a flower pot with fresh basil on the window sill in the kitchen, flies will certainly not fly through the window.
2. The magic mix you prepare for four golden
The fresh smell of mint and lemon grass also effectively repels insects.
- It is sufficient if the packaging after some spray, eg. After the window for cleaning windows, pour water with a few drops of oils with this fragrance and spray curtains – flies do not fly into your apartment.
3. Apple vinegar is not only effective for flies but also for fruit flies
Vinegar has a very pleasant scent for flies, so you can set an effective insect trap.
- Just fill the cup with a few drops of dishwashing agent, cover it with a piece of paper with several holes and place it next to the fruit, which additionally attracts flies.
- The attracted insects fly inside through the holes, but they will no longer be able to fly out.
4. The order is the foundation
However, the most important thing in the fight against flies is order.
- Do not leave the dishes in the sink, the waste bin should always be tightly closed and the food residues should be stored in closable containers.
- Even an open dishwasher attracts unpleasant insects with the smell of food residues.
- It is worth knowing that flies love the smell of slightly rotting fruits and vegetables. Therefore, let us only buy the amount that we are able to eat quickly, which will also reduce the problem of food waste.
- When buying, it is also worthwhile to carefully check that the fruit is not cracked or stuck with juice, for example – this is an invitation to the feast for flies.
Place it in the garden or on the window sill. Flies will keep on