Overview
- New guidance published today highlights boiling or steeping lemon peels to make a citrus spray for windows, doors and cracks, with a caution that rubbing peels on sills can strip paint.
- Pest-control advice reiterates spraying equal parts white vinegar and water at doors, window frames and vents, with optional peppermint or lavender oil for added effect.
- Regional outlets also promote cinnamon as a budget deterrent, advising ground cinnamon, sticks, candles or diffusers near skirting boards and other access points.
- Reports remind households that early September to mid-October brings a surge in indoor spider activity as males roam for mates and shelter.
- Across the coverage, experts stress these strong-scent tactics are preventive rather than cures for infestations, alongside core steps like sealing gaps and reducing clutter.