Natural Insect Repellent: A Simple Kitchen Solution for Eliminating Flies | May 12, 2025

Are you tired of swatting at flies in your home or garden? These persistent pests can be more than just annoying—they can spread bacteria and diseases. While commercial insect repellents and traps are available, many contain harsh chemicals you might not want around your family, pets, or food. Fortunately, there’s a simple, effective, and natural solution you can make using common kitchen ingredients.

This DIY fly trap uses the power of natural attractants to lure flies in and prevent them from escaping. Best of all, it’s inexpensive, environmentally friendly, and can be assembled in under five minutes with items you likely already have in your kitchen.

Why Natural Fly Traps Work

Flies are naturally attracted to sweet and fermenting substances. By using these attractants in a specially designed container, we can create a trap that:

1. Draws flies in with irresistible aromas
2. Makes it difficult for them to escape
3. Eventually causes them to drown in the solution

The result is an effective, non-toxic way to control fly populations both indoors and outdoors.

What You’ll Need

Basic Materials:

• A cup, jar, or small bowl
• Plastic wrap or a sandwich bag
• A rubber band
• A toothpick or fork (for poking holes)

For the Bait (choose one option):

Option 1: Sugar and Milk Solution

• 1/4 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• A few drops of dish soap

Option 2: Apple Cider Vinegar Solution

• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• A few drops of dish soap

Option 3: Wine or Beer Solution

• 1/4 cup leftover wine or beer
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• A few drops of dish soap

Step-by-Step Instructions