{"id":14012,"date":"2021-08-23T16:39:52","date_gmt":"2021-08-23T16:39:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alternatech.net\/?p=14012"},"modified":"2021-08-23T16:39:52","modified_gmt":"2021-08-23T16:39:52","slug":"10-natural-fly-repellents-that-you-can-easily-make-yourself-at-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lorevista.com\/10-natural-fly-repellents-that-you-can-easily-make-yourself-at-home\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Natural Fly Repellents That You Can Easily Make Yourself at Home"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>We must make clear that there\u2019s no evidence that these natural fly repellents against flies are effective. This is because they belong to the many folk remedies out there that might work in some cases but fail in others.\n</p><p>However, note that they\u2019re mere alternative solutions to chemical insecticides that are harmful. Although many don\u2019t know it, these products also have a negative impact on everyone\u2019s health and their environment.\n</p><p><img fetchpriority='\"high\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-14024 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/08%5C/get-rid-of-fly-11.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"768\"' height='\"455\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/lorevista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/get-rid-of-fly-11.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>A study published in the Journal Cogent Medicine corroborates that the toxic substances in commercial products can cause:\n</p><ul>\n<li>Neurological symptoms include headache and dizziness.\n</li><li>Respiratory difficulties, including pain and irritation and dyspnea of \u200b\u200bthe upper respiratory tract.\n</li><li>Gastrointestinal discomfort, which includes nausea and vomiting.\n</li><li>Even though there are reports of just a few cases of diseases pertaining to the use of household insecticides, the general recommendations are to either moderate or avoid their use. Thus, when it comes to getting rid of flies, try some folk remedies made with natural ingredients before you use harsh chemicals. Are you ready to take some notes?\n\n<h4>1. Cloves and lemon\n</h4><p><img decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-large' wp-image-14014 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/08%5C/get-rid-of-fly-1-1024x596.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"596\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/lorevista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/get-rid-of-fly-1-1024x596.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>This herb does more than just give your food a special flavor and aroma. If you combine it with lemon, you get one of the best natural fly repellents for your home.\n</p><p>Apparently, the scent of cloves helps repel flies. Therefore, it\u2019s one of the best eco-friendly products to avoid the presence of these annoying insects.\n</p><p><strong>Ingredients:\n<p>1 lemon<br>\n12 cloves\n</p><p><strong>Instructions:\n<ul>\n<li>Firstly, cut the lemon in half.\n</li><li>Then, stick the cloves into it to cover the whole surface.\n</li><li>Now, repeat with the other half.\n</li><li>Finally, place them in the corners of your rooms or by the windows.\n\n<p>The fragrance they give off repels flies. If you like, you can repeat the process as many times as you want and put lemons all over your house to keep them away.\n</p><h4>2. Lavender is one of the best natural fly repellents\n</h4><p><img decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-14015 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/08%5C/get-rid-of-fly-2.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1000\"' height='\"667\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/lorevista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/get-rid-of-fly-2.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>When it comes to useful household herbs, lavender definitely comes near the top of the list. It doesn\u2019t just smell wonderful but, according to popular literature, it can repel flies, fleas, and even mosquitoes as well.\n</p><p>Usually, you can use an infusion, a lavender plant, or just buy a bunch of this herb and place it around your house.\n</p><h4>3. A water-filled bag with vodka\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-14016 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/08%5C/get-rid-of-fly-3.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"640\"' height='\"426\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/lorevista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/get-rid-of-fly-3.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>This trick became popular in recent years. All you have to do is fill a ziplock bag with water and vodka and hang it outside your house in the doorways and windows.\n</p><p>So, how does it work? Sunlight reflects off of the water and keeps flies from coming in. Plus, they can\u2019t stand the smell of vodka.\n</p><h4>4. Vinegar\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-large' wp-image-14017 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/08%5C/get-rid-of-fly-4-1024x683.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"683\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/lorevista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/get-rid-of-fly-4-1024x683.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Vinegar is one of the most popular ingredients when it comes to household chores. Here, you\u2019ll mix it with a little bit of dishwashing liquid formula to repel flies.\n</p><p>Apple cider vinegar is used for various household purposes. Among them, it can help keep flies away.\n</p><p><strong>Ingredients:\n<ul>\n<li>1\/2 glass of vinegar (100 ml)\n</li><li>10 drops of liquid soap\n\n<p><strong>Instructions:\n<ul>\n<li>Firstly, heat the vinegar to accentuate its smell.\n</li><li>Then, pour it into a container once it\u2019s warm.\n</li><li>Add the 10 drops of liquid soap and stir it until it\u2019s homogeneous.\n</li><li>Finally, put it wherever there are flies and you\u2019ll see how they fill the container.\n\n<h4>5. Mint\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-14018 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/08%5C/get-rid-of-fly-5.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1000\"' height='\"664\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/lorevista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/get-rid-of-fly-5.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Flies flee from the smell of mint plants. Thus, all you have to do is make the following mint \u201cperfume\u201d to keep them away.\n</p><p><strong>Ingredients:\n<ul>\n<li>1 small jar\n</li><li>1 sponge\n</li><li>20 drops of mint essential oil\n</li><li>1\/2 cup of water (125 ml)\n\n<p><strong>Instructions:\n<ul>\n<li>Firstly, put the sponge in the jar and soak it with a little bit of water.\n</li><li>Then, add the 20 drops of mint oil and cover it.\n</li><li>Let the mixture sit for a day.\n</li><li>After this time, remove the cover and let the fragrance spread and keep the flies away.\n</li><li>Finally, use the solution for as long as its fragrance lasts.\n\n<h4>6. Garlic\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-14019 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/08%5C/get-rid-of-fly-6.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"682\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/lorevista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/get-rid-of-fly-6.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Garlic is one of the most widely used spices in homes. Although its flavor and aroma go very well in food, it\u2019s said to be unpleasant for flies.\n</p><p>You can keep them away by spraying garlic oil in your home or just putting it in containers where you tend to see them.\n</p><p>The aroma and taste of garlic are unpleasant for flies. Therefore, it can be a good option to keep them away from your home.\n</p><h4>7. Cucumber\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-large' wp-image-14020 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/08%5C/get-rid-of-fly-7-1024x658.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"658\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/lorevista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/get-rid-of-fly-7-1024x658.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Cucumber seems to be another effective ingredient to ward off flies in the different spaces of your home. It\u2019s said they don\u2019t like its fragrance either.\n</p><ul>\n<li>Slice a cucumber and place the slices around your home where flies tend to congregate. You might want to place them by the trash can, in the corners of your house, or close to your dining table.\n</li><li>Try this for a week and you\u2019ll see how the number of flies goes down.\n\n<h4>8. Citronella Candles\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-14022 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/08%5C/get-rid-of-fly-9.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"768\"' height='\"576\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/lorevista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/get-rid-of-fly-9.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Not only are they great for mosquito\u2019s they are also a fantastic fly repellent, the smokey aroma of the citronella keeps both of these annoying flying insects at bay. Place them under tables, on benches, and around house openings, plus they look pretty.\n</p><h4>9. Cinnamon Fragrances\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-large' wp-image-14021 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/08%5C/get-rid-of-fly-8-1024x587.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"587\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/lorevista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/get-rid-of-fly-8-1024x587.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Flies are repelled by the spice of cinnamon and when used around your home the flies will soon disappear. Having cinnamon air freshers and other smellies will make your home not only smell beautiful but fly-free as well.\n</p><h4>10. Plant herbs\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-14025 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/08%5C/get-rid-of-fly-00.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"747\"' height='\"499\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/lorevista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/get-rid-of-fly-00.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Beneficial for everyone, you get fresh herbs and the flies steer clear. Having plants like Basil, Lavender, Mint, Bay leaf, and wormwood planted or situated in pots near your home entryways keeps the flies at bay as they hate the scents of the plants. The strongest plant to use is basil.\n</p><h4>Are you trying to repel flies away from your home?\n</h4><p>As you can see, these repellents are easy to prepare and contain safe ingredients. In addition, unlike chemical insecticides, they don\u2019t have a negative impact on your health and the environment.\n</p><p>Thus, use them whenever you need them in any space you prefer. Their constant use won\u2019t cause allergies or contamination. Of course, you must keep in mind that they won\u2019t be as aggressive as commercial products and, therefore, you might not always get results.\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"</p><p>We must make clear that there\u2019s no evidence that these natural fly repellents against flies are effective. This is because they belong to the many folk remedies out there that might work in some cases but fail in others. However, note that they\u2019re mere alternative solutions to chemical insecticides that are harmful. 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