Sleep Tight Tonight: Baking Soda Kills Bed Bugs
Are you having trouble sleeping at night because of pesky bed bugs? These tiny creatures can be a real nuisance, but fear not, as there is a simple solution to rid your home of these unwanted guests. Baking soda kills bed bugs! Yes, you heard that right, this common household ingredient can effectively eliminate bed bugs and prevent them from returning. In this post, we will provide step-by-step instructions on how to use baking soda to get rid of bed bugs, as well as other methods to ensure a bed-bug-free home.
How I Get Rid of Bed Bugs in My Airbnb
I operate an AirBnB so you know that guest from all walks of life comes in and out. One day as I was cleaning the apartment when I noticed tiny red spots on the mattress.
Oh my goodness I ve got bedbugs! Now, was it an infestation? Maybe not but I was not about to let it get there. I sprung into action being the queen of DIY. I grab a bag of baking soda and that was all I see of bedbugs. I was so excited about this that I had to share it with you so let’s dive in!
Instructions:
- Remove all bedding and wash it in hot water. This will kill any bed bugs hiding in the bedding. Also, vacuum the mattress, box spring, and any surrounding areas, including the bed frame and headboard. Make sure to dispose of the vacuum bag or clean the vacuum thoroughly after use.
- Sprinkle a generous amount of baking soda all over the mattress and surrounding areas. This will dehydrate the bed bugs and kill them. Leave the baking soda for at least 24 hours.
- After 24 hours, vacuum up the baking soda and any dead bed bugs. Make sure to dispose of the vacuum bag or clean the vacuum thoroughly after use.
- Repeat the process as needed. For severe bed bug infestations, it may take several rounds of treatment with baking soda.
Other Methods to Kill Bed Bugs:
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