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THPut these near your doors this spring.
When the weather starts warming up, spiders and other insects start looking for small openings to get inside homes. Doorways, window frames, and small gaps around trim are some of the most common entry points.
One simple natural deterrent is strong smelling spices.
Ingredients like cinnamon, star anise, and cloves contain natural compounds that many insects and spiders dislike. The scent can act as a mild repellent and help discourage them from entering through those areas.
Some common places to put them:
• Near door thresholds
• Along window sills
• Around garage entry doors
• Close to baseboards near exterior walls
A few tips if you try this:
• Use whole spices so the scent lasts longer
• Replace them every few weeks as the smell fades
• Pair this with sealing small gaps and cracks around doors and windows
Natural deterrents like this won’t eliminate insects completely, but they can help reduce the chances of them wandering inside.
Save this tip for spring and send it to someone who hates spiders.
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