Mixture of Clove and Mothballs:  

The combination of cloves and mothballs may seem unusual at first glance, but this mixture is a powerful secret to keeping your home insect-free while naturally and economically perfuming your home. Let’s find out how this recipe works, its benefits and how to prepare it at home.

The Power of Cloves and Mothballs

Cloves are known for their antiseptic and bactericidal properties, as well as their strong aroma that disrupts the orientation of insects, poisoning them and driving them away. As for mothballs, composed mainly of naphthalene, it is an effective natural repellent against cockroaches, moths and other insects, thanks to its intense odor. When combined, these two ingredients create a powerful solution to eliminate household pests.

Recipe: Homemade Insecticide with Clove and Mothballs

Ingredients :

  • 250 ml of water
  • 20 g of cloves
  • 200 ml of white alcohol vinegar
  • 10 mothballs (about 1 bag)
  • 120 ml of 70% alcohol (acts as a preservative)
  • 100 ml of dishwashing liquid (optional, to add foam and better hold).

Preparation :

  1. Boil the cloves:  In a saucepan, add the water and cloves. Bring to a boil for about 10 minutes. You will notice that the water will change color, taking on a yellowish tint due to the cloves.
  2. Let cool:  After boiling, cover the pan and let cool completely.
  3. Add the other ingredients:  In a bowl, mix the vinegar, alcohol and mothballs. Stir until the mothballs begin to dissolve.
  4. Combine it all:  Add the clove-infused water to the vinegar and alcohol mixture. If desired, stir in dish soap to help the product adhere to surfaces.
  5. Storage:  Transfer the solution into a spray bottle or a bottle with a lid. For a scented effect, you can add a few mothballs and wooden sticks to the bottle, creating a natural diffuser.

How to Use

  • Against insects:  Spray the mixture in the corners of the house, closets, kitchen and areas where insects tend to appear. The repellent smell will keep away cockroaches, moths and mosquitoes.
  • Room fragrance:  Use the bottle with wooden sticks to diffuse a pleasant fragrance in the house while repelling insects.

Precautions and Advice

  • Safe Handling:  Mothballs can be toxic if inhaled in large quantities. Use gloves when handling the balls and avoid applying the mixture in poorly ventilated areas.
  • Substitution:  If you prefer to avoid mothballs, you can substitute products like “Evita Mofo,” which also repel insects and fight mold.
  • Odor Neutralization:  If the mothball odor is too strong, wash your hands with lemon dish soap or use vinegar to neutralize the odor.

Conclusion

This homemade recipe is a practical, economical and effective solution to keep your home safe from insects while perfuming your interior. Try it and share your results! If you liked it, don’t forget to like and comment on your experiences.

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