I tried this little home remedy and it works like a dream. We're due for a repeat spray, but thought to share this with you:
How not to hurt spiders, but keep them out of your home:
1 quart of vinegar + 1 tablespoon warmed up coconut oil (asian grocery for cheaps) + 1 tablespoon dishwashing soap (emulsifies the solution and keeps coconut oil from solidifying again) - swirl around, put in a spray bottle, and off you go!
I haven't sprayed IN my house, just all around the window and door frames outside. It lasts about 4 weeks or until a heavy rainstorm, and then needs a repeat spray. The amount of oil in the spray shouldn't cause damage, but the acid in the vinegar might. Test a small area first if you're concerned. Spiders won't cross the barrier, letting you keep your house to yourself.
I love this stuff!
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
keep spiders out
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I'll have to send this to my sister -- she's actually been known to carry them outside. Me? I stomp 'em.
normally we squish them too - but this spray means we have that many few weeks of unpleasant surprises in the house ; )
Chemistry lasts longer and leaves less residue...and if people would read the labels(!!)they would find most of today's bug juice is quite harmless when used appropriately.
However, I must applaud your formulating skills and determination for extermination!
D. Chemist
yes, Stefan gave in and bought poison for the giant weeds in the yard and driveway! yay!
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