Iberdrola

[masmu]

Lets know how it goes Sookie

It might be an idea to start a different thread to share tips for getting rid of pesky beasties, like silverfish etc.  We have taken over the original Iberdrola thread so a lot of folks might miss this subject.

[DaveG]

We started using Diatomaceous Earth about two years ago and it works wonders on the silverfish and ants both inside and out; if you put it on the route of an ant run they disappear within days. Gets the roaches as well but as death isn't instantaneous you only know you got them when you stop seeing them (perhaps they crawl away to die). We put it all over when we leave and always inside the cupboards when we go. You can also use it on plants to stop bugs. It has the consistency of talc.

Readily available on Amazon / Ebay and we use the food grade as it has no adverse effects on humans; just avoid breathing it in as inhalation of crystalline silica is harmful to the lungs and prolonged exposure can cause silicosis

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diatomaceous_earth

Dave

[Sookie]

A thread for tips would be a great idea.

The boric acid seems to be working for us. Seems similar to the stuff Dave uses, but it’s a very fine powder. the little sods use to be all over the place. Not been out now since October, so will be interesting to see how it all is in Jan when we go back. I placed fresh acid around all the skirting before we left, so a tell tale sign would be dead silverfish in the rooms.  Last time we done this there were only a few dead ones, and no live ones munching away on my books or hiding in the cupboards.

Another tip for any nasty smells in the house or in the fridge freezer after the delights of coming back after a power cut is cat litter. Have used it a few times, but now it’s fridge and freezer off before we come home.