What are the benefits of neem in the home?
When it comes to getting rid of pests in your home, chemical pesticides are often the first choice. However, these products can be harmful to human and pet health and pollute the environment. A natural alternative to chemical pest control is the use of natural products such as neem products, which are non-toxic to humans and pets.
Neem products to repel and drive away household pests
Neem tree oil is extracted from the seeds of the neem tree and is known for its properties to repel insects and mites. Neem oil is an effective solution for controlling various household pests such as flies, mosquitoes, cockroaches, dust mites, silverfish, woodlice and ants. It works by influencing the life cycle of these organisms and reducing their egg laying and reproductive ability. You can buy neem oil in the form of sprays or powders and use it for prevention or defence in your home.
Ready-made products containing neem are available for household use, which generally use alcohol as a carrier substance. Ethanol alcohol is the simplest and most environmentally friendly type, as it evaporates completely within a few minutes of application and dissolves in the air without leaving any residue. The neem oil remains on the treated surfaces and unfolds its effect there as a deterrent to various household pests from the realm of insects and mites.
Other neem products used to repel pests are neem press cake and neem leaves. Both can be used both indoors and outdoors.
Neem press cake is particularly effective in repelling soil-borne organisms such as ants, termites, beetle larvae, silverfish and cockroaches. Neem press cake is sprinkled around the affected areas to deter the organisms and curb their activity. Mixing Neem press cake with diatomaceous earth (diatomaceous earth) is particularly effective in the home. Diatomaceous earth is a natural powder made from the shells of fossilised diatoms. It has a very strong hygroscopic effect and dries out insects on contact. Neem press cake and diatomaceous earth have a synergistic effect in repelling insects in the home.
Dried neem tree leaves are traditionally used indoors in India and Africa, especially in rural areas, to repel and deter insects. For example, neem leaves in the wardrobe between the textiles are very effective in preventing moths from nesting. A mixture of neem tree leaves with fragrant flowers such as dried lavender blossoms has also proved effective. This creates synergy effects and the textiles to be protected also benefit from the pleasant fragrance. Neem tree leaves are also popular in storage cupboards to naturally prevent storage pests from infesting the food stored there.
Use of neem extract indoors
Neem extracts, which are made from neem raw materials, are a good option for controlling various insects and mites indoors. You can use neem extract as a spray or cleaning solution to effectively repel pests such as fleas, moths, silverfish and dust mites. The application of neem extract repels these small creatures and prevents them from reproducing.
However, it is important to note that neem products do not always provide immediate results and multiple or regular applications may be required to ensure effective protection. In addition, the instructions on the product labels and leaflets should be followed carefully and neem products should always be kept out of the reach of children.
Overall, the use of neem products offers a natural and environmentally friendly way to repel and repel various unwanted small creatures in your household. By avoiding chemicals and using neem instead, you can protect both your health and the environment. Give it a try and transform your home into a pest-free zone with the help of neem.