In autumn, spiders begin to settle in houses to escape the cold. Nevertheless, we encounter them all year round inside our homes! Therefore, it happens that as we turn the corner in the bedroom, we come face to face with a hairy creature that makes us shiver from head to toe. Unfortunately, arachnophobia makes it difficult to put aside the panic fear. In fact, we forget that these animals are not harmful and that bites are very rare! On the contrary, the spider is even very useful in our homes. Instead of killing them, it can be useful to learn how to use a natural trick to repel them out of your home. Here are some natural grandmother’s remedies to prevent spiders in case of invasion.
1. Utilize chestnuts against spiders
Since it’s almost that time of year, know that chestnuts are known to repel spiders. To use these 100% natural repellents, cut them in half and place them between each entrance and in the corners of your house. For more effectiveness, also use the second tip.
2. White vinegar for a ready-to-use sprayer
Get some white vinegar and a spray bottle. Regularly spray white vinegar on the edges of your windows and doors. Its odor will deter spiders from entering to avoid infestation. This will scare away those that are in your home and others that would like to come in. This formidable solution is very effective against the proliferation of these undesirable creatures for arachnophobes. Plus, it is non-toxic unlike a harmful insecticide product from the market, so it is safe for your children and pets.
3. Lavender against spiders and pests
We already knew that lavender can repel and act as a barrier against “predator” flying insects or unpleasant pests (against mosquitoes, flies, tick bites, lice, etc.). But it also works against arachnids and therefore against spiders. Just like white vinegar, the smell of lavender repels spiders. Simply place small lavender bouquets in strategic places or a few drops of lavender essential oil. And in addition to getting rid of them, it will bring a nice smell to your home!
4. Alum stone
Works in the same way as white vinegar against these little creatures. Dissolve 25g of alum powder in 250ml of warm water and then spray it in strategic places in your home.
5. Cedar chips as a preventive measure
Place cedar chips around your house: corners, drawers, window sills. Cedar acts as a natural repellent and can also be used against moths in your closets!
6. Chestnut leaves
It is one of the plants that repel these eight-legged creatures. Place chestnut leaves on the edge of your windows and near your entrances. Remember to change them when they are dry.
7. Tomato leaves
Your tomato plants will be put to use once again. And this time, it’s not for appetizers or as a fly repellent! Place fresh tomato leaves on the edge of your windows and near your entrances. Remember to change them when they are dry to preserve their preventive power.
8. And finally, fresh mint repellent against spiders
Mint works against ants and many other animals, including spiders. Place a few mint leaves in the corners of your house and near doors and windows. Remember to change them when they are dry. You can also put a few drops of peppermint essential oil on cotton balls or porous stones! Then place them in passage areas and corners. Lastly, you can dilute a few drops in water for spraying.
So, it is unnecessary to eliminate animals outright just because we are afraid of them with environmentally harmful chemicals! It is enough to fight preventively with techniques to scare them away. We hope that these general tips and remedies have been useful to you.
