Making a homemade ant killer is a simple process using readily available materials. Here's how:
Homemade Ant Killer Mixture
According to the YouTube video, "How To Make Homemade Ant Killer | Apartment Therapy - YouTube", the basic idea is to create a mixture that attracts ants with sugar, while the other component acts as the actual killer.
Ingredients
- Sugar: This attracts the ants.
- Ant-Killing Agent: While the video doesn't specify, common options include:
- Borax (a common ingredient in laundry detergents) or
- Baking Soda: Although some sources say baking soda is not as effective.
Mixing Instructions
- Combine equal parts of sugar and your chosen ant-killing agent (such as borax).
- Add a Small Amount of Water: You want a paste consistency, so add water slowly while mixing to avoid making it too watery. The goal is to create a spreadable or sprinklable paste.
Application
- Spread: Place small amounts of the mixture in areas where you see ants.
- Sprinkle: As shown in the video, you can also sprinkle the mixture directly on surfaces where ants travel.
How it Works
- The sugar attracts the ants.
- The ant-killing agent is ingested by the ants, which eventually kills them. This is often a slower kill, which allows the ants to take it back to their colony and poison more of their kind.
Additional Tips
- Safety: Keep the mixture away from children and pets.
- Placement: Put the mixture where ants are most likely to find it, such as along baseboards, near their entry points, or on trails you have seen them use.
- Patience: It might take a few days to see a reduction in the ant population.
- Monitor and Replenish: Check the bait stations regularly, and add more mixture as needed.
By following these simple steps, you can effectively create a homemade ant killer.
