Build a simple fly trap: how it works

Annoying flies come quickly into the house, especially when airing. This practical tip shows you how you can easily build your own fly trap using household remedies.

Build a simple fly trap: with sugar water

Sugar water is particularly suitable as a fly trap, it attracts the uninvited guests, who then die in the sticky water.

1. Mix about 200 grams of sugar with 250 milliliters of tap water in a saucepan. Alternatively, you can use the same amount of honey.
2. Place the pot on the stove and let the water boil briefly. Now let it simmer on medium heat for about five minutes.
3. Let the whole thing cool down and pour the sugar water into a suitable bowl.
4. Now all you have to do is display your flyfalls at a selected location.

Fly trap - the sticky paper strip

The tried-and-tested sticky paper strip offers a smaller and more practical alternative. Read how to make such a fly trap yourself in the following points.

1. Cut out a paper strip, this should be about four centimeters wide and 35 centimeters long.
2. Prick a hole on one side of the short sides and pull a small thread through it.
3. Tie the thread together so that a loop for hanging is formed.
4. Now all you have to do is coat the paper strip with sticky honey or syrup.
5. The flies are attracted by the smell and stick to the strip.

Catch flies with vinegar and detergent: how it works

Use a fruity vinegar for this method. It is important here that the flies are attracted by the smell.

1. Mix about 150 milliliters of apple cider vinegar with the same amount of detergent in a suitable bowl.
2. At best, use a whisk to mix both agents well.
3. Place the bowl anywhere. At best, the mixture should be replaced every two to three days.

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