Ants are a common nuisance in spring, often finding their way into homes. However, a simple hack using two common kitchen items can eliminate them in seconds and destroy their nest.
How to Banish Ants with Baking Soda and Sugar
A viral TikTok video demonstrated how to combine baking soda and sugar to effectively tackle ant infestations. This method also works on cockroaches, though they are less common in the UK. The key is maintaining a 1:1 ratio of baking soda to sugar.
Simply mix one cup of baking soda with one cup of sugar. Adjust quantities as needed, but keep the ratio equal. Scatter the mixture directly over the ants' entry point if visible, or along skirting boards if the entry point cannot be found.
How It Works
The sugar attracts the ants, while the baking soda causes a chemical reaction in their stomachs when they drink water. The ants carry the mixture back to their colony, sharing it with others and ultimately destroying the entire nest.
Additional Ant Control Tips
To prevent ants from returning, remove food sources by cleaning up crumbs, spills, and leftover food. Empty rubbish bins and wipe countertops with vinegar and water to destroy scent trails.
Other Home Remedies
- Vinegar and water: Mix equal parts and spray on ant trails, entry points, and visible nests. Repeat daily.
- Lemon juice: Squeeze along entry points and windowsills to disrupt scent trails.
- Ant bait: Commercial baits can be used if home remedies fail; ants carry bait back to the nest, killing the colony over several days.
By using these methods, you can effectively eliminate ants and keep your home pest-free.
