Get Rid Of Bed Bugs The Green Way
by Green Life
As a kid you may have thought that bed bugs were merely a funny myth, but bed bugs actually exist. They happen to be a problem that is continuing to grow, and they are the last thing you want to have in your own bed.
What Exactly are They?
Bed bugs are very tiny insects. Usually they only get to be a few millimeters long, and the gross part is that they feed on blood, both of animals and humans. They do live up to their name, living in mattresses, but they also live in other furniture that has cushions. Bed bugs tend to be more active in the nighttime hours, although they are not only nocturnal.
The Bed Bug Bite
When you get bite by a bed bug, usually the bite is quite itchy. The itchiness actually lasts even longer than a regular mosquito bite does. Some people can have allergic reactions to the bite of a bed bug, although it is rare, but it can cause them to get ill and deal with some nausea. The main problems that comes with these bites is insomnia due to all the itching, and from all the scratching, you can get an infection in the skin.
Why are They Here Today?
It was thought that most countries got rid of bed bugs about fifty years ago, but it seems that the bed bugs are back and they are showing up at a fast rate. With DDT, most of the bed bugs were wiped out, but studies found that DDT not only killed off the bed bugs, but that it could negative affect humans. DDT was banned in 1972 within the United States. Other types of pesticides that used to control bed bug populations are no longer used today, and some are restricted, while others are banned. This has led to the resurgence of bed bugs.
Green Methods of Getting Rid of Bed Bugs
So, you may be wondering how you can get those bed bugs out of here. Well, there are green options available that will help you out. In some cases you may need pesticides to do the trick, but trying the green options first is the best idea, especially if you don’t have too many of the bed bugs. Here are a few green methods to try:
-Clean Everything: Imply doing a good clean can be helpful if you want to get rid of the bedbugs. Clean the bedding by washing it well. Vacuum the area that is infested too, whether it is a mattress, couch, or carpets.
-Eliminate the Clutter: If you have clutter in your home, get rid of it. The more clutter available, the more areas that are available for these critters to hide in. Get rid of the clutter to help get rid of the bed bugs.
-Try Smothering Them: Using a mattress bag on your mattress or some bags for your pillows can help you to actually smother away the bed bugs. Just make sure that you check for holes on a regular basis.
-Steam Cleaning: You can kill bed bugs with high temperatures. By steam cleaning your carpets, curtains, furniture, and more, you can kill off these bugs as well as the eggs they lay.
You don’t have to resort to chemicals to get rid of bed bugs. With these green options, you should be able to finally get rid of the bed bugs that have taken up residence in your home.
What are the feeding habits of bed bugs?
1) All forms of bed bugs, except eggs, require a blood meal and thus feed on a variety of animals.
2) Humans are a preferred host in many cases.
3) Bed bugs feed mainly at night. Some research shows they prefer the hours of 2-5am.
4) A single bed bug can inflict multiple bite sites when feeding, looking for a good blood source.
Wow, I never even thought of that! Great idea, thanks! I’ll let you know how it works.- Pam
Thats cool. I agree, that was a good post!
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