Tried Everything? This Simple Hack Finally Solved My Ant Problem!

it back to the colony.

How to Make the DIY Ant Bait

You’ll need:

• ½ cup warm water
• 1½ tablespoons Borax
• ½ cup sugar
• Cotton balls or paper towel strips
• Small shallow dishes or jar lids

Instructions:

1. Mix the warm water, Borax, and sugar until fully dissolved.
2. Soak cotton balls in the mixture or pour into shallow lids.
3. Place them near ant trails, along walls, and near entry points.

Replace every 2–3 days until ants disappear (usually within a week).

Pro Tips

• Keep out of reach of pets and small children — Borax is natural but not edible.
• Don’t kill the ants you see — let them take the bait back to the colony!
• You can also use this hack outdoors near anthills or garden entry points.

Bonus Natural Repellents (Once the Nest is Gone)

Once the ants are gone, keep them away with these natural deterrents:

• Cinnamon or peppermint oil around doors and windows
• Vinegar spray (equal parts vinegar and water) to erase scent trails
• Lemon juice in cracks and entryways

Final Thoughts

I was skeptical too — but this Borax-sugar bait actually solved my ant problem when nothing else worked. It’s cheap, simple, and safe when used correctly. If you’ve been battling ants and feel like giving up, give this a try. You might just reclaim your home, once and for all.

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