Residents of multi-storey buildings are familiar with the problems with parasitic insects in the kitchen and not only. Old houses, especially those with a chute, often become a haven for cockroaches. The red-haired Prussians are incredibly prolific and spread throughout the house in a few weeks, as soon as they get into the basement or canal to throw out garbage. In addition, they are distinguished by incredible vitality.
It’s very difficult to fight cockroach settlements, and for this you need to use potent drugs. One of the most effective is Borax from cockroaches. It helps to quickly get rid of uninvited guests.
What is a Borax?
This powdered product, widely used in the fight against insects, has long been used in Europe, including Russia. The basis of the powder is boric acid, which has a detrimental effect on cockroaches and prevents their reproduction in the premises. The substance is an intestinal insecticide, but it also acts upon contact of the insect with powder. The packaging of the drug is a tight bag weighing 200 g. It can also be packed in a cardboard box.
The cost of the product is low, which makes it recognizable and in demand. Effective action is proved by positive customer reviews. Using the drug "Borax" will get rid of cockroaches and other insects in a few days.
Powder Description
According to the instructions, Borax is a poorly soluble white substance, odorless. During hydrolysis, an alkaline reaction occurs, therefore, if you place the powder in hot water, it will begin to dissolve.
The hazard class of the product is third, this makes it possible to use it in residential premises. It is effectively used in catering places, educational institutions, clinics and hospitals. The drug is considered safe, but you should still avoid direct contact with it.
If you carefully study the composition, you can understand what a "Borax". The main component of the drug is borax, which contains salts of boric acid: anhydrous tetraborate and sodium decahydrate. They have a toxic effect on the body of pests.
Such a powder does not apply to substances of high toxicity. But in order to protect pets and children, it should be strewed only in inaccessible places: cracks, cracks in the floor or narrow spaces between furniture and walls.
Action Borax
The drug acts as a paralyzing substance. When an individual contacts it, the poisoning process begins to act. The insect transfers poison on the antennae and paws to the places where the largest number of pests accumulate. One cockroach is able to distribute Borax powder throughout the premises, resulting in the death of several dozen representatives of the species.
The defeat falls on the system of nerve fibers of the insect, which leads to its complete paralysis. After contact with the powder or bait, poisoning of the individual begins, the drug penetrates the insect and kills it. When a cockroach infects a colony, within a few days the number of pests decreases several times. But it is worth following the manufacturer's recommendations and not rinse off the powder for three weeks.
Application of Borax
To effectively remove arthropod lodgers, one should know their habits and favorite places where colonies are most often found. Usually they prefer to live in warm places. For example, behind a stove, sink or on the floor under the furniture, in the kitchen or bathroom for appliances and the toilet. Access to food and food is one of the basic conditions for arranging a colony. Studying the instructions and understanding what “Borax” is, you need to take into account its certain proportion of toxicity.
Sprinkle the places of accumulation of cockroaches with a thin layer of the drug. It is not recommended to wash the floor and walls after treatment for 21 days, during this entire period the substance continues to actively fight pests.
Precautionary measures
There are some rules when working with the drug. Contact with him only with gloves and a respirator. To prevent borax vapor from entering the upper respiratory tract, bait should be prepared in well-ventilated areas. Inhalation or contact with skin carries a certain amount of danger, since the active substance is removed from the body for a long time.
The cumulative properties of tetraborate carry a certain risk to humans. Contact with mucous membranes may cause headache, dizziness, shortness of breath, and irritation. Rinse thoroughly the places where the substance interacts with the skin and integuments.
Keep the remaining amount of powder out of the reach of children and pets.
Tips for using the drug "Borax"
Before you start processing the corners and walls of the apartment, you need to mix the powder with sugar. A sweet treat will serve as a bait and will quickly attract a mustached glutton. The next step is the dilution of the powder in warm water in a ratio of 1:10, this solution should be treated on all surfaces and walls, except for the hob and the table used for cooking.
Another effective way is to prepare balls with powder, boiled yolk and potatoes. They should be decomposed in the habitats of cockroaches and in the corners of the room. This option is only suitable if there are no animals in the apartment. It is very important at the beginning of the house disinfection to close the insect's access to water. It is necessary to first shut off the taps and wipe the bathroom and sinks dry. Before use, you must once again familiarize yourself with the instructions in order to understand what Borax is.