If you’ve ever battled cockroaches in your home, you know just how frustrating and persistent the problem can be.
Cockroaches are notoriously hard to eliminate because they’re drawn to dark, warm areas rich in food crumbs—like the hidden corners of your kitchen. Once inside, they breed rapidly and can quickly take over, turning into an ongoing nuisance.
But there’s a simple homemade trick using toothpaste that many people swear by for driving them out.
Here’s What You’ll Need:
- 3 tablespoons of sugar
- 4 tablespoons of flour
- 3 tablespoons of toothpaste
- 3 tablespoons of water
Instructions:
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix thoroughly until the texture is smooth and dough-like.
- Take small amounts of the mixture and form tiny balls with your hands.
- Place the balls in areas where cockroaches are often seen—behind appliances, under the sink, or in dark corners.
The sugar attracts the cockroaches, while the toothpaste acts as a slow-acting agent similar to poison. As they consume the bait, it begins affecting their system.
Repeat this method two to three times per week until you notice the infestation has disappeared.
With consistency, this trick can help significantly reduce or eliminate cockroaches from your living space—without the need for harsh chemicals.
