Ants can quickly become a major nuisance when they establish trails into your home. Here’s how to use baking soda to combat them:
Powdered Sugar and Baking Soda Mixture:
Combine equal parts baking soda and powdered sugar (the fine texture matches better than granulated sugar)
Sprinkle the mixture along ant trails and near entry points
The worker ants will carry the mixture back to the colony, affecting the entire ant population
For best results, place the mixture in small container lids to keep it contained
For Ant Mounds Outdoors:
Dampen the ant mound with water
Sprinkle approximately 2 cups of baking soda over the mound
After 30 minutes, pour 1 cup of vinegar onto the mound
The chemical reaction helps eliminate the colony
For Fleas
Fleas can infest carpets, furniture, and pets, causing discomfort and potentially spreading diseases. Baking soda can help in managing these tiny pests:
Carpet Treatment:
Sprinkle a generous amount of baking soda evenly across carpeted areas
For enhanced effectiveness, add equal parts of table salt to the baking soda
Use a broom or brush to work the mixture deep into carpet fibers
Let it sit overnight to dehydrate fleas and their eggs
Vacuum thoroughly the next day and immediately dispose of the vacuum bag outside
Pet Treatment:
Mix 1 teaspoon of baking soda with 1.5 cups of warm water
Apply the diluted solution to your pet’s wet fur during bathtime (avoid the face)
Let it sit for a minute, then rinse thoroughly
Always consult with your veterinarian before trying new treatments on pets
For Rodents
While more challenging to control, rodents like mice and rats can sometimes be deterred using baking soda:
Baking Soda Bait:
