Easy Homemade Non-Toxic Ant Killer Tutorial

Ant infestation is a problem that no homeowner or household ever wants to have and it is a pest that will keep coming back unless you deal with it properly. The good thing is that ants are pretty easy to get rid of as long as you can follow their trail and locate their entry point, and of course, having a clean and food-crumb-free area helps a lot, too.

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There are a lot of hacks and solutions that you can try making at home to deter ants, but if you want something more natural and non-toxic, then you should opt for methods that use simple or common household products as much as possible. Just like this homemade ant killer by Apartment Therapy on YouTube which is simple but super effective.

What You Need for Homemade Ant Killer:

• Baking soda
• Powdered sugar
• Jar lids or similar container
• Measuring spoon

How to Make Ant Killer at Home:

Step 1

Get a jar lid or similar container, then directly add 1 part baking soda and 1 part powdered sugar to it, and mix them well.

Step 2

Place the mixture in the location where you usually see the ants and leave it there for a few days. You can also sprinkle the mixture directly on the surface.

Step 3

Try to keep your house clean and free from any food particles. Find the entry point of the ants, then fill it with Borax or diatomaceous earth, and seal it with clear caulk.

*Thanks to Apartment Therapy via YouTube for all the images used here. If you love this hack, then give their channel a visit and subscribe!

Easy Homemade Non-Toxic Ant Killer Tutorial