It was my worst nightmare.
Guests were over, and as I carried drinks into the kitchen, roaches skittered across the floor.
I froze. They saw.
The look on their faces? I’ll never forget it.
I’d already spent money on chemical sprays, traps, and powders.
They barely worked — and left me coughing, nauseous, and still sharing my kitchen with bugs.
Then one day, our old handyman stopped by to fix a leaky faucet.
As he packed up, he noticed a trap in the corner and smirked.
“Baking soda,” he said.
I raised an eyebrow.
“Just mix it with sugar. Trust me.”
I didn’t — at first.
But that night, out of pure frustration, I tried it.
🧂 Why Baking Soda Works:
This simple, natural powder is more than a cleaner — it’s a safe and deadly weapon against roaches.
When combined with a little sweetness (like sugar), roaches eat the mix, and the baking soda reacts with acids in their stomachs — killing them from the inside.
No harsh smells.
No coughing.
Just results.
🧴 DIY Roach-Killer Mix
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons baking soda
- 2 tablespoons white sugar
- Optional: a few drops of vanilla extract for extra attraction
📋 How to Use:
- Mix baking soda and sugar in equal parts.
- Sprinkle small amounts in shallow lids or bottle caps.
- Place behind the fridge, under the stove, under sinks, in corners — anywhere you’ve seen activity.
- Refresh every few days for maximum effect.
✨ What Happened Next…
For a couple of nights, I didn’t notice much.
Then on day four, I walked in with groceries, flipped on the kitchen light… and froze.
The floor was still.
No movement.
Not a single roach in sight.
Just clean tiles — and peace.
✅ Why I’ll Never Go Back:
- No toxic fumes
- Safe around pets and kids (if placed smartly)
- Dirt cheap
- Actually works
💬 Final Thought:
I once thought I needed expensive exterminators.
Turns out, all I needed was a $1 box of baking soda and a tip from a wise old handyman.
If roaches are driving you crazy…
Trust the baking soda.
It works while you sleep — and leaves your kitchen feeling like home again. 🧂🪳💥
