The strong smell of garlic or certain essential oils such as lavender, tea tree, and eucalyptus significantly disorients bed bugs. For an effective spray, mix approximately 25 ml of lavender oil and 50 ml of tea tree oil with one liter of water and spray mattresses and textiles with this solution. Wash all washable textiles at a minimum of 60°C (140°F) and ideally tumble dry them on high heat. Small infested items can also be disinfected by freezing them at -18°C (0°F) for 48 hours.
Prevention: How to avoid re-infestation
To ensure long-term protection, all hiding places must be sealed. Seal all holes in the walls, repair loose baseboards, and use mattress and pillow covers. Regularly vacuum all sensitive areas such as sofas and carpets. Be especially careful with secondhand or travel furniture: Check your luggage carefully before bringing it into the bedroom. With these natural methods, you can create a healthy, bed bug-free home permanently – without any toxic residues!
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