Bedbugs: the ingredient in your cupboards (and the garden) that helps eliminate them in record time

#### 1. **Vacuum Thoroughly**
Start by vacuuming all infested areas—mattresses, baseboards, bed frames, behind pictures, and under furniture. Empty the vacuum immediately and seal the contents in a plastic bag.

#### 2. **Apply the Diatomaceous Earth**
– Lightly dust DE around the edges of the room, along mattress seams, in cracks, behind baseboards, and anywhere bedbugs might hide.
– Use a hand duster or an old spice shaker for even distribution.
– Avoid clumps—the powder works best when it’s a fine, dry layer.

#### 3. **Let It Sit**
Leave the powder undisturbed for at least **3–7 days**. The longer it’s in place, the better the results.

#### 4. **Repeat as Needed**
Reapply after vacuuming or once a week until all signs of bedbugs are gone. Be patient—it can take up to 10 days for full effectiveness.

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### Why Choose This Natural Method?

✅ **Non-toxic** (when using food-grade DE)
✅ **Pet- and child-safe** when used correctly
✅ **Affordable and widely available**
✅ **No resistance** – bedbugs can’t build immunity to it
✅ **Also works against fleas, ants, and cockroaches**

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### Final Word

Bedbugs are a nightmare, but you don’t need harsh chemicals or expensive exterminators to beat them. **Diatomaceous earth**—that humble powder in your pantry or garden shed—can be your secret weapon in reclaiming your space.

Just remember: persistence and proper application are key. With a bit of patience, you’ll send those bedbugs packing—**naturally**.

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