Glass mixing bowl
Wax paper
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💡 Why This Works
You might be thinking, Toothpaste? Seriously? Yep! Every ingredient here serves a purpose in this sneaky little pest trap:
Flour & Sugar – Pantry staples that serve as the bait base. Irresistible to ants and cockroaches.
Toothpaste – Has a strong scent and sticky texture that lures them in. Plus, the chemicals inside are toxic to these bugs.
Water – Just enough to bring everything together into a dough-like texture for easy rolling.
🛠 Step-by-Step Instructions🛠 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Mix the Ingredients
In a bowl, combine the flour and sugar. Add the toothpaste and about 3 tablespoons of water. Stir everything together until it forms a thick, sticky dough.
2. Roll into Bait Balls
Take small pieces of dough and roll them into marble-sized balls. Think of them as “roach cookies” — deadly, but homemade with love (and revenge).
3. Place Strategically
Time to set the trap. Put your bait balls in areas where roaches and ants are most active — under appliances, behind the fridge, under the sink, or in dark corners.
