Diatomaceous Earth - A Non-Toxic Ant Killer / Repellent

Diatomaceous Earth Non-Toxic Ant Killer / Repellent

Diatomaceous Earth is not actually earth. It's the fossilized remains of single celled plants called diatoms. The fossils are ground to a powder that will cut through an ant's exoskelleton and absorbing it's body fluids. The ants then die of dehydration.

You can apply Diatomaceous Earth around the perimiter of you house to kill any ants that try to enter. Diatomaceous Earth also has a repellent effect so many insects will just avoid it all together.

Diatomaceous Earth is non-toxic to the earth and mammals. A plus is that when you apply it around your house, over time it builds up a natural barrier to insect infestation with very little work on your part.

When you buy Diatomaceous Earth you need to be sure you get Food Grade (aka codex) Diatomaceous Earth. Other forms (used in pools) can be harmful to humans.

Perma-Guard, Inc. is a good source for purchasing Diatomaceous Earth.


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Natural Pest Control: Ants - 8 Non-Toxic Ant Repellents Found in Every Kitchen.

Did you know there are a number of everyday items almost everyone has in their kitchen that ants will not cross? Below you'll find 8 non-toxic household items you can use to stop ants from coming into your house.

All you need to do is locate where the ants are getting in and put a line of one of these items around the area and you'll block the ants.

8 Non-Toxic Ant Repellants:

1. Cinnamon
2. Black Pepper
3. Cayenne Pepper
4. Bay Leaves
5. White Chalk - Draw a line around the ant's entrance
6. Mint - You can spray mint oil, leave a stick of mint gum, place mint leaves around the ant's entrance. You can also plant mint around the perimiter of your house.
7. Cucumber Peels
8. Coffee Grounds

Have you used something else with success? Leave a comment and let me know.

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