A Useful Trick for Keeping Gnats Away

Gnats commonly show up when they are greeted with a humid environment, particularly where there is stagnant water. This kind of situation can often occur after we water our plants at home or after taking a hot shower. Though gnats are tiny little insects that seem insignificant, they tend to arrive in large numbers, and this can turn into a real problem. So, we are going to explain how to get rid of these little pests and how to do it naturally.

Repelling Gnats

The most common type of gnat is what we define as the fruit fly. This type of gnat is usually a threat during the autumn months. This is because it is the time of year when fruit falls from the tree and begins to rot, providing the perfect environment for the gnats to feed and reproduce. They also find comfort at any time of the year when there is damp soil, fungi, and bacteria.

When the insects find refuge in your home, there is more to be concerned about than just the fact that they are annoying. Gnats can be carriers of pathogenic microorganisms. As a result, they can end up contaminating the food we eat at home and making us sick.

So, let’s see how we can take care of this gnat problem. Of course, there is always the option of insecticides that can be found at the store, but we want to stick to a natural solution. This way, we don’t need to harm our health or the environment. Instead, we will turn to two ingredients: horseradish and garlic.

We will create a repellent with these two ingredients that creates a smell the bugs cannot stand. First, grate a few cloves of garlic and one horseradish root. Mix the two ingredients together in a small container and leave it by the door, window, or any other place the gnats can enter the home. The insects will be disgusted by the smell and leave your home in peace.