3. The Simple Solution: A Bowl and Two Ingredients
My nana’s method involves using a simple bowl and two ingredients that you likely already have in your kitchen: vinegar and dish soap. This trap is easy to set up and can be placed anywhere in your home where fruit flies are a problem.
The beauty of this solution is its simplicity. You don’t need any special equipment or chemicals, and it can be assembled in just a few minutes. The trap works by attracting the flies with the scent of vinegar, and then trapping them with the dish soap.
4. Ingredient 1: Vinegar – The Fruit Fly Magnet
Vinegar, particularly apple cider vinegar, is a powerful attractant for fruit flies. The flies are drawn to the smell of fermenting fruit, which vinegar mimics perfectly. Apple cider vinegar is especially effective because it has a sweet, fruity aroma that fruit flies find irresistible.
To use vinegar in your trap, simply pour about half a cup into a bowl. The vinegar will act as the bait, luring the fruit flies into the trap. It’s important to use a bowl with a wide opening to ensure that the flies can easily access the vinegar.
