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Add 10–15 drops of peppermint essential oil to a cup of water and spray in ant-prone areas. The strong scent confuses ants and deters them.
5. Chalk or Baby Powder
Draw a line of chalk or sprinkle baby powder near ant entrances. The powder interrupts their scent trails and stops their movement.
6. Borax and Sugar Bait
Mix borax with sugar and place small amounts near ant trails. Ants take the bait back to their colony, eliminating it. (Use with care if pets or kids are around.)
7. Cucumber Peels
Place cucumber peels or slices near ant entry points. Ants hate the bitterness and tend to avoid those areas.
8. Coffee Grounds
Sprinkle used coffee grounds around the home’s perimeter and near entryways. The smell keeps ants at bay.
9. Seal Entry Points
Identify and seal cracks, gaps, and holes around windows, doors, and walls to prevent ants from entering.
Final Tips:
Keep your kitchen clean and dry.
Store food in airtight containers.
Remove garbage regularly.
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