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🛏️ Bedbugs Beware: How to Naturally Repel Them with Clove Oil
Red, itchy bites in rows or clusters, especially on arms and legs.
Tiny blood stains on sheets, pillowcases, or pajamas.
A musty, slightly sweet odor near sleeping areas.
Small eggshells or bug shells in mattress folds or seams.
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đź’Ą Natural Steps to Eliminate Bedbugs
You don’t need to immediately resort to harsh chemicals. There are several steps you can take to tackle the issue naturally.
Start by deep cleaning all bedding, linens, curtains, and clothes using hot water. Use a vacuum cleaner with a crevice tool to clean mattresses, baseboards, and sofas.
🧹 Declutter and Seal Up
Reduce clutter to eliminate hiding spots. Donate, discard, or store away unused items — especially boxes and piles of clothing.
Then, seal any visible cracks in your furniture, walls, or floorboards using caulk to block their pathways.
đź“ž Call in a Professional (When Necessary)
If the infestation is widespread, don’t hesitate to bring in a pest control specialist. They can provide heat treatments and targeted methods that go beyond DIY solutions.
However, in mild to moderate cases, natural remedies like clove oil can be very effective.
🌿 Why Clove Oil Works Against Bedbugs
Clove oil contains eugenol — a powerful compound with insect-repelling and antimicrobial properties. While it won’t kill bedbugs instantly, its pungent smell can deter them from sticking around.
The scent overwhelms their senses and makes your space an unattractive environment for them to inhabit.
🧴 How to Use Clove Oil to Repel Bedbugs
Let’s explore three practical ways to use clove oil as part of your bedbug defense plan.
âś… Clove Oil Spray Recipe
Mix 10–15 drops of pure clove essential oil with 1 cup of water. Add a few drops of liquid dish soap to help the oil mix.
Pour the solution into a spray bottle and apply to mattress seams, behind headboards, baseboards, and other suspected hiding areas.
âś… Dried Clove Sachets
You can also create clove sachets by filling small cloth bags with dried cloves. Place these inside drawers, under cushions, or in bed frame crevices.
These sachets slowly release their aroma over time, making them a convenient and low-effort solution.
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