Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon of regular white toothpaste (not gel)
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- 1 tablespoon of baking soda (for ants) or boric acid (for cockroaches)
- 1 small bowl or jar lid (to use as bait station)
- Cotton balls or small pieces of cardboard (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Bait:
- In a bowl, mix together the toothpaste, sugar, and baking soda (or boric acid).
- Stir until you get a consistent paste.
- Place the Bait:
- Spoon small amounts of the paste onto jar lids, cotton balls, or cardboard pieces.
- Place these in areas where you often see pests—under sinks, near garbage bins, behind appliances, or entry points.
- Let It Work:
- Pests are attracted to the sugar and toothpaste scent. Ants and roaches consume it, and the baking soda or boric acid affects their digestive system.
- For mice, the strong smell of toothpaste may help deter them.
- Check and Replace:
- Check the bait stations every few days and replace if needed.
- Use gloves when handling or refilling the paste.
Tip:
Keep away from pets and children. For heavy infestations, combine this method with proper sanitation and sealing of entry points.
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