How to get rid of small insects in the bathroom without spending a single penny – find out in the material.
Insects in the bathroom are a common problem, which, although not critical, is very unpleasant for humans. Parasites do not pose a mortal danger, but outwardly they look repulsive, in addition, they are carriers of infections. will tell you what insects can appear in the bathroom, and how to get rid of them.
Earlier we talked about how to get rid of black mold in the bathroom.
How to get rid of centipedes in the bathroom – common woodlice
The first type of parasite that you may encounter in the bathroom is a roundworm. She comes only to those premises where there are problems with ventilation and cleanliness. That is, the culprit of such uninvited guests is always considered to be a person who lives with a broken air duct and does not observe hygiene standards in the bathroom.
The woodlice is a fast insect, so it is unlikely to catch it yourself. Arthropod feeds on garbage, waste and even indoor flowers – it is not dangerous for humans, but still unpleasant.
You can get rid of insects by folk methods:
- 0.5 l of boiling water, mix 100 g of dry kvass, pour into a sprayer and spray in places where you found aphids;
- Mix 0.5 l of water, 0.5 tsp of any tobacco, 0.5 tsp of red pepper, 0.5 tsp of soda ash, pour into a spray bottle and treat all corners in the room.
If you chose the second method, then after 7-8 hours you need to wash the bathtub with any detergent – this is an additional preventive measure against small insects.
How to get rid of dandruff in the bathroom – the second type of pest
Scale is a small, silvery parasite that may want to live in your home, too. It is not dangerous for humans in the same way as a woodlice, but the scales feast on starch, which means – wallpaper, books and any other interior items that contain this substance. It is necessary to get rid of scales urgently, because it can cause considerable damage to home repairs.
Experienced housewives recommend the same means that help with woodlice (we described them above). In addition to them, you can pour table salt or boric acid powder in the corners of the bathroom. When the product becomes wet, it must be collected and washed with chlorine-containing detergents.
What to do so that insects do not appear in the bathroom
There are several rules that will help you avoid the problem of pests in the bathroom at all. In order to prevent the problem and not solve it later, follow the instructions:
- do not dry wet towels in the bathroom;
- check whether the hood is working, and if not – repair it;
- dry the floor in the bathroom after “bath procedures”;
- open the door to the room to ensure air circulation;
- prevent the appearance of mold and moisture in the bathroom.
It is also recommended to regularly wash the bathtub, floor, walls and corners with chlorine – insects do not like the smell or the chemical composition of such a product.