Fruit flies are tiny but annoyingly persistent. They appear around fruits, kitchen counters, and trash, making your home feel less fresh. Here’s a simple, proven DIY hack to get rid of them quickly.
🍎 1. Why fruit Flies Appear
Attracted to ripe or decaying fruits and vegetables
Also drawn to fermenting liquids like juice, vinegar, or wine
Lay eggs near food residues or trash, multiplying fast
🧪 2. The Simple DIY Trap You’ll Need
Ingredients:
Apple cider vinegar (or any fruit vinegar)
A few drops of dishwashing liquid
A small bowl or jar
Plastic wrap (optional)
Why it works:
Vinegar attracts fruit flies
Dish soap breaks the surface tension, trapping them
🥣 3. Step-by-Step Method
Pour 2–3 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar into a small bowl.
Add 1–2 drops of dishwashing liquid and mix gently.
Place the bowl near fruit bowls, trash bins, or kitchen counters.
Optional: Cover with plastic wrap and poke tiny holes for flies to enter.
Wait a few hours – flies will drown in the solution.
🔄 4. Other Quick Tips
Keep fruits in the fridge or sealed containers
Empty trash bins regularly
Clean spills, juice residues, and drains
Use multiple traps if infestation is severe
💡 5. Eco-Friendly & Safe
Ingredients are non-toxic and safe for kids and pets
No harsh chemicals or sprays required
Can be disposed of in sink after use
🧠 Bottom Line
This DIY fruit fly trap is cheap, effective, and easy. With a little vinegar, soap, and patience, you can reclaim your kitchen from these tiny pests in just a day or two.
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