Be patient! It may take a couple of days, but you’ll soon notice a major reduction in ants.
⚠️ Caution: Keep out of reach of kids and pets. Borax is natural, but not meant for consumption.
Cost: Under $5 for a box of Borax that will last for years.
🍋 3. Block Entry Points with Lemon Juice or Cinnamon
Why it works: Lemon juice messes with ant scent trails, and cinnamon acts as a natural barrier they don’t want to cross.
How to use lemon juice:
Squeeze fresh lemon juice along entryways, windowsills, and cracks.
You can also wipe down counters with lemon juice to keep the area smelling fresh and ant-free.
How to use cinnamon:
Sprinkle ground cinnamon near doorways, baseboards, and known entry points.
You can also mix a few drops of cinnamon essential oil with water and spray it as a natural deterrent.
Cost: Under $2, especially if you already have lemons or cinnamon in the kitchen.
👇 Bonus Tips to Keep Ants From Coming Back
Seal food tightly. Even a crumb can attract a scout ant.
Take out trash regularly. Especially if it contains sugary or greasy leftovers.
Wipe down counters. Ants love sweet, sticky residue.
🐜 Final Thoughts
You don’t have to spend a fortune or spray your house with chemicals to win the war on ants. These 3 cheap tricks — using everyday items like vinegar, Borax, lemon, and cinnamon — are effective, budget-friendly, and easy to use.
Try one (or all) of them today and take your kitchen back from the tiny invaders!
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