The presence of flies and mosquitoes in our home can be a constant nuisance, especially during the warmer months. These insects can not only ruin our peace of mind, but they can also become carriers of diseases.
If you are looking for an effective and natural solution to get rid of these pests, a homemade trap with common ingredients may be the answer.
In this article, we will present you the most effective trap to eliminate flies and mosquitoes, using a plastic bottle, ripe apple, vinegar and detergent.
The most effective trap against flies and mosquitoes
The trap that we are going to prepare is based on the olfactory attraction that flies and mosquitoes have towards vinegar and ripe apples.
Once these insects get close to the mixture, the detergent will act as a surfactant, breaking the surface tension of the liquid and trapping the insects in the solution.
Necessary materials:
-An empty, clean plastic bottle (preferably 2 liters)
-A ripe apple cut into small cubes
-Half a liter of white vinegar
-A few tablespoons of dish detergent
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