Here’s another simple trick to get rid of mosquitoes

It’s hot outside and you take advantage of the opportunity to air out your apartment in the evening when it gets a bit cooler? Unfortunately, open windows are also a temptation for mosquitoes, who will gladly spend the night in your bedroom.

How to deal with ubiquitous mosquitoes when you don’t have a mosquito net on your window? There are several ways to do this, but old, old-school tricks always break the bank.

All you need is one ingredient, a plate and a regular piece of sponge. Everything you need is already in your kitchen.

On summer nights, you can finally cool down and air out your apartment properly, but mosquitoes effectively discourage you from doing so. Nothing ruins an evening like the characteristic buzzing above your ear when you’re trying to fall asleep. This old granny trick works like an invisible mosquito net and you don’t have to spend a penny on it.

All you need is a sponge, a plate, a saucer or any other glass base and some regular vinegar. Simply soak the sponge in vinegar and place it on the windowsill with an open window. The smell will effectively deter uninvited, flying guests in the evenings. Simple, isn’t it?

How does vinegar repel mosquitoes? It’s all thanks to its smell, which is an excellent home insect repellent. It will also be useful in the fight against other uninvited guests who visit your home in the summer. It is cheap and effective.

If the smell of vinegar irritates you, you can also try other home remedies for mosquitoes. Sometimes choosing the right plant for a terrace or windowsill can make a big difference.

Mosquitoes can’t stand certain smells, and many of them are used in repellents or incense to keep these insects away from our homes. To protect yourself from mosquitoes at home, you can use whole plants or aromatic oils left on a sponge or cotton pads near the window. Basil, rosemary and mint work well, you can easily buy them in any supermarket or grow them yourself from seeds.

You can also use aromatic oils of cloves, lemongrass or eucalyptus, which are very pleasant for your nose.

Among the plants that mosquitoes truly hate is the popular and easy-to-grow toadstool, or geranium. It also acts as a spider repellent. It has air-purifying properties and can be a beautiful window sill decoration.