Rub it or sprinkle it. Thanks! The power of diatomaceous earth for killing fleas in the home and yard has been proven over the years and regardless of what you may have been told, it does work and its very effective. Will try tractor supply or home depot. I hope you dont have a flea problem anytime soon but if you do, I am glad that you have found a resource on the web that you enjoy. However, after further investigation of its chemical makeup, this soft, often crumbly deposit was actually diatomaceous earth in its natural form. I went on line and checked it out and found out that the product was not food grade. I tried a natural spray I found at hardware store without luck. If you want to be really safe, repeat your DE treatments in those areas once every two weeks and you will be flea free . Im hoping that getting her dusted isnt going to be a big fight. We live on a nature preserve and have found them in our yard. ), this will definitely sort them out. My suggestion is that you do that, then give your doggy a bath in warm water and dawn soap (I have an article on this, check it out under the fleas category). Our cars do not go outdoors at all. It will rain here (Florida!) It is a pleasure! I sprinkled this rather liberally throughout the house. I actually went ahead and did the things I had read specifically in your article (taking into account with the holidays you may not be able to reply soon). Thanks again. Sorry if youve already covered this, but does the DE have any effect on the flea eggs or larvae? I know it seems like overkill But do you think we will get rid of this quickly? I recommend you read the entire post but if you are in a rush and want to skip to the usage instructions, please click here. is it safe to sleep in that room ? Used properly, DE is effective as a preventive immediately; with a flea infestation it takes about a month after you dust with DE then vacuum. DE will kill ALL bugs, bees included. Is there any problem w/using both treatments one after the other that way? Should I try a light dusting on the comforter cover? We had treated them with Advantage and its time to retreat. Good luck! Thank you! Can the cats remain in the house when the carpets and furniture are treated with DE? We all have computers, and Im a bit worried about the fridge as well. I would also recommend washing your bedding in HOT water and drying it in a dryer to kill the fleas and their eggs. Shd I have done the floors anyway? Its in a yellow bag, 4lbs. But way worth it to stay healthy. About 10. I plan to reapply it every couple of days for a few weeks to ensure I catch any eggs that hatch, but just wanted to write in how happy and restful I feel being able to relax on my sofa with my tea and a movie and sleep without fear of nips in the night. If you dont have any carpets, it can also be used on hardwood floors as a very effective way to kill off any. Not sure if Jon will reply, so I will help. Ive flea-sprayed the carpets and furniture. Trying the tealight method now these last few nights which seems to help some, will try to order some DE online that were mentioned here in the and try that soon. Thank you!! The battery operated one works just as well, promise. I just put advantage on them last night, and i am going Diatomaceous Earth crazy all over my house lol. Hi! I have 3 dogs, 4 indoor/outdoor cats and 1 (sometimes 2) outdoor cats, plus the occasional opossum visitor and the odd stray or wandering feline. Hiya, I have my DE, do I need to cover every flat surface? We have released bug bombs and had out yard treated. Hey! Also, once I dust the house and carpets, how long should I wait to go back into the house without fleas jumping on my legs. Paula Fitzsimmons is a content marketing writer and journalist who writes about pets as they intersect with topics related to health, nutrition, technology, and lifestyle. Can I rub DE on my cat? Basically you will need to dust a fine layer around your home. Boom! Let me know if you have any more questions! Hi Derek! wherever she lays. So Boo was put outside for the night. They positively love to munch on me(found this out during the last infestation). Hey Shannon! It says its 100% Diatomaceous earth, but then it says that it includes amorphous silica, silicon dioxide, and other oxides. Just want to be sure I got the correct product. I have used diatomaceous earth as an effective method of insect control for years (decades) I have a technique that I use for the application of it that I want to share. I have read your comment and I feel that you are doing the right thing, you will get relief but I am sorry that it is causing so much distress. My backyard nearly looks like it has snowed (I live in Florida and its September!). they are covered in fleas. I put in in my backyard today. Thanks so much for all the info on DE and fleas! Thanks for all your great info. Oh boy,I already applied it and left it for 24 hours and i still see them attack me.Should I leave the component for 4 days and more? How long should this process take? Thank you so much for all the great information. He has indoor cats & the apartment is infested. I went on a trip to Chicago. The Diatomaceus Earth (food grade), salt, and DIY traps are just as well Just a little more effort but better for your health and pets well being. Thanks for helping Hope, much appreciated! Vet gave us some topical ointment to put on her and on my cat (just to be proactive about the situation). My husband is furious! Hi Renee! Let me know please! We noticed our cats had fleas a few weeks ago and since then Ive tried everything. Hi Krissy, I am sure that it will work just as well, let me know how it goes. Hi Shelby! Ive read all the posts on this page, and found the probable explanation for my three dogs itchy tummies too frequent use of DE directly on their skins. They all have fleas. Adults find a healthy host and begin chowing down after a long winters nap. For some reason Im the only one getting a bite. This weekend our dogs came home from my in-laws farm completely covered in fleas so I went to work this morning. I cant even walk across my bedroom without getting bit 3 or 4 times on my feet and ankles. on the box it has a variety of animals on it and says its ok to use on them as well as the lady who rang me up said she uses it for her chickens. Make the bed with the newly-washed bedding and you should be OK. Be sure to vacuum the room daily while waiting for all the fleas to be killed. It never seems to get better. I then comb them with a flea comb and drop the fleas into a bowl of water and Dawn. (My DE is food grade, but I have had it for a year). Been fighting them since 10/1. Non-food or filter-grade diatomaceous earth is toxic to mammals. Or will the fleas just move to the linoleum? I recommend just using a soapy mixture that is specifically made for your hardwood floors, as most cleaning agents will kill fleas on contact. Appreciate your lovely comment and your kind words. But it doesnt have to only be ingested to be effective. Thanks so much! Glad I can be of assistance, I am always willing to help my valuable readers . Its not dangerous but it might make her a bit wheezy so rather keep her away from it until its cleaned up. I also wanted to ask of any product that will do to get rid of flea in my head and my daughters. I sprinkled it all around the patio where she hangs out and when she would be eating Id sprinkle it on her back. Hi Tula, just put the DE wherever fleas might be hiding. Since I dont use that room can I just leave the DE there for the duration and vacuum later or does the DE lose its effectiveness after a while? Hey Rebecca! is going to be your best option. I double up duct tape so that both sides are sticky, sprinkle DE on one side and stick it in our windowsills. Yarrow helps with the flea bite inflammation as so does the oil. I had a bad flea infestation in my home. It will be alot of work. Nothing seems to be helping. We are getting front line in the morning to treat all 3 of our cats. Maybe looking for a second opinion on my case in particular. Thanks so much. I know that you (or your pets) are not going to eat it but it basically guarantees that its non-toxic in every way. It is now almost 24 hrs. Do you recommend using DE on the yard (cement, fake grass, patio stones)? I think its important to remember that pets are no less vulnerable to these side effects, says Hanna. The problem, he says, is that homeowners will often misapply or over-apply it. In fact, although they do bite and can make you very itchy, fleas have to find an animal host eventually otherwise they will die. Within 24 hours her biting and scratching had minimized to almost nothing my home is officially flea free. BlackDiamond from Home Depot, When I got this package, I immediately sprinkled the 3 inside dogs. I have 2 pugs that are on my heels wherever I go .their constant digging drives me nuts !going to Lowes today ! Repeat maybe 2-3 times, if there is still a flea problem of course. As well as myself. Hope that helps! Contact with DE can cause skin abrasions, dryness, and eye irritation. I also have intense reaction to fleas bites. Hopefully this will give you the confidence to start using it if you are not convinced already. I dont like being restricted like this, but it seems like the best policy for me. I need to have these gone by Friday and I am desperate to get them dead ASAP without using a bug bomb. I think I will try the DE but need some further help. Luckily, there are a few natural food stores in the area that carry DE. I ordered 10 LBS and need to do 4 rooms and a hallway, do you think that is a good amount? And thats likely to cause a problem in your vegetable patch, unless you take action. They seem to be newly hatched ones as they are all tiny not adult size. However, there are other alternatives for flea control and I highly recommend that you take a look at and if you would like me to point you in the right direction, let me know what else you have tried and I will help you out . Thanks for the great tip! Hi Christine! Should the food grade DE b white, or is it more of an off white-tannish color with speckles? If there are cracks between the wood, DE can help a bit there. I refuse to put another chemical on my animals. We are not getting as many bites so think we are on the way to winning the battle. Going to dust my couch and their bedding. One application often works for multiple years, and helps to protect a wild plethora of fruits and veggies against a host of insect pests. Sounds like you have a couple good flea fighting tools at your disposal (in the next couple days). As long as its food grade DE, it will work. Hope this is helpful and I also want to express how grateful I am to Natasha Anderson for the great guidance on the proper use of DE for fleas. Ive purchased an expensive steamer to steam clean my beds and hardwood floors but Im still seeing them periodically jumping on my clothing. Incorrect application makes a mess that is difficult to clean up. Apologies for the lengthy post but this has been a nightmare. in the 20 years i have had dogs, this is the first time any have had fleas. It is very helpful. I have finally gotten rid of the fleas in all infected parts of the house with bombs and then had my carpets professionally cleaned to make sure all residue was eliminated. Hi Ashley, interesting, thanks for sharing this, will pass it on to those that need this info . I pray this stuff works I came across this article doing research to see if it actually works and let me tell you Im feeling a little relieved at all the positive feedback! I have a great article on the best flea treatment for dogs, check it out for more details. Ive been sprinkling my cats and dog with it. I understand you are not a vet or a doctor, but do you have an opinion about the wisdom of allowing them to romp in the back yard? Even opening the door means I get reinfested inside the apartment. A couple of fleas could be seen shortly afterwards. But should I try DE instead or move onto something stronger? if i apply lightly around the corners of bedrooms and around bed can we sleep in that room ? I really appreciate it!! Use a spot on treatment like Frontline on your pets and let me know how the DE application goes. Is this flea eggs or somehow the DE coming off and turning black? I am really picky about stuff even DE being around. Cheers! Uncredited photos: Shutterstock. Thanks in advance! Reapply every couple weeks when you think fleas might be invading. Thanks again!! Hey Judith! Anyway, heres my situation. I believe its something I did to myself! The are biting my legs at night and I can take my smaller kitty, turn her over and pop fleas, so I tried a Zodiac house flea bombs (we had to stay out of the house for 4 hours and do massive clean up afterwards) . People who have constant itcher/scratchers that switch to a Lamb and Rice,corn and soy free food usually have happy pets within a couple weeks. Its been two hours now and I havent seen a flea. This year, were infested. obviousloy you can not put it on the walls, would it still suck the moisture out, without being applied directly on the canvas? Hi Deborah! As I said, I don;t have pets so this is new to me. Fleas and other parasites can be harmful to both pets and humans, not to mention a serious nuisance. Just make sure that it is food grade, that is your only concern. Nematodes- Every living creature seems to have natural predators. How should I use the DE and do I need to treat the beds? New hatches develop into adults and then go looking for food and thats when they get the powder dust on them. Hi Mary, yes that is perfect. is a fairly large oriental rug (which is one of the nicest things I own), so I am a little leery of putting something on it, for fear it would make it powdery and/or affect the colors ? It goes a long way to keep fleas off cats. I also put down salt hoping they would eat it and dehydrate too. I purchased DE yesterday, and in a hurry to slove the problem, POURED the DE powder everywhere; baseboards, carpets, couches, etc. My other younger son has a few bites but nothing compared to myself and the other sons. This is great stuff. Hi Nancy! My only complaint is I wish I knew about Diatom 15 yrs ago! Came home and vacuumed each room a few times over and rubbed the diatomaceous earth over every inch (even under and all over furniture) by hand. It does not say food grade on the package, but is listed as organic. I hope the DE does the trick!! I have been vacuuming every day, washing bedding, the pup is now on Sentinel and I give a dose of Capstar here and there. She holds a BA in English literature with a minor in horticultural sciences from Clemson University, and she loves to read, write, and garden. In fact, food grade diatomaceous earth can even be used to kill other pests like bed bugs, chiggers and gnats so feel free to try it elsewhere if you are having a problem with those in your home. Hi Michelle! I have done everything known to man kind, but nothing has worked. I have only seen a few fleas since then but I am hearing they will come back. Hope that helps you. Clearly, small amounts of less crystalline forms are safe, but when you walk into a home where it has been spread everywhere by the homeowner trying to kill fleas in carpet, I have major concerns, says Dryden. Hi Natasha! We are using it right now. To get to where I am today, I have put diatomaceous earth in our home, first started in parts of my bedroom carpet last night, I could see a difference. Check out my fleas on dogs article on this blog , I have reduced the amount of fleas caught in my flea traps to just 1 or 2 in the last few days, last week I caught 42 in just a few days, YUK. Please share this article with your friends and family. Last year the fleas were incredible, but after a really cold winter this years crop hasnt been too bad. I live in the California High Desert, where we dont normally get flees. I hate seeing them miserable. Since I usually recommend applying the DE a couple times in heavily infested areas (vacuuming it up each time after about a day), you will probably need about 10kgs. Ive done extra long shampoo sessions. Simple answer, when purchasing diatomaceous earth online or in a brick and mortar store, make sure you get the food grade product. Does it? Minerals. Also, I think it is a good idea to brush the coat of your pet so the DE doesnt get too thick in the fur. you might try using a sho-vac (sometimes called a wet/dry vac). Why not? Hi Deb, I dont recommend it. Hi Calmtmpr! Good point about the food grade DE and where to locate it, Thank you for pointing that out! Although diatomaceous earth may reduce the number of fleas in an environment over a period of time, it just doesnt have what it takes as an effective flea control for our flea allergic patients, she says. Maybe I should do some articles on mites, its actually a common issue. Are they safe for my pets? Much appreciated. How many times should we repeat? Here is some more great information on how to apply Beneficial Nematodes from John Dromgoole of The Natural Gardener. Also been using apple cider vinegar/lemon juice mix in spray bottle for pets and furniture and lastly applied frontline to cat and dog. But is gold dust to me. But now Im worried I may have harmed all my babies . If you visited the orange hardware store, they sell St. Gabriel online for about $11 a bag. I have no idea how much to order. This little fungus poses a serious threat to its host. Another great success story, thank you very much for sharing it with us. Thanks, Wm. Leave it down for 2-3 days and while its down, put those flea traps in place for night time. How would you apply DE to floorboards with huge gaps and years of dust in between? Im obviously on the right track, because the fleas we had, were the biggest I have ever seen, and havent seen any that size since doing all this, any advice would be great. You can definitely add stuff like that (it would probably help) but its not absolutely necessary. As I had mentioned this was about 2 months ago. Hi Janice, thanks for sharing your experiences and for the suggestion . I plan spreading the food grade DE on the carpeting in the rest of the house, let it sit for 24 hours then vacuum, then re apply. Its safe to do so but it can dry your pets skin, thats why I dont recommend it. Any feedback will help, thanks in advance! Great and repellant! I currently have 3 cats and 1 dog living in my house. The algae tiny, aquatic organisms called diatoms have skeletons made of silica or silicon dioxide. Also, Im a bit confused after reading the above comments. (before i did bathe him and apply frontline i found larvae underneath him where he was sleeping and rinsed everything in sink and or threw in washer) Thanks so much your page is very informative! Hope that helps! The outer skeletons of diatoms are made of silicon dioxide, a chemical compound most commonly known as silica. Effective against slugs, beetles, worms, fleas, mites, and most any spider or insect, it is not much of a concern for larger creatures. Hi there!! You answered every question I had. Also the few that did jump up on my socks, fell off since they were too weak to stick. First time, I bought a Sarento collar and it WORKED!! You can leave the DE down as long as you like to be honest, as long as there is no moisture or humidity which can reduce its effectiveness. How about my 2 year old son? Thank you! It also makes them invigorated! Ive recently purchased Diatomaceous Red Lake Earth. I sure hope you can help me. Gottaga is white so you can actually see them crawling all over him. I was wondering if this was the same as in your article because the stuff I have is a brown color. Diatomaceous earth also known as diatomite works like a natural detoxifying agent within the body, killing parasites and viruses that can contribute to illnesses while also helping to clean the blood. diatomaceous earth and scanmask nematodes Created by skcarr717 on June 16, 2016 at 8:45 am We have been using diatomaceous earth on our garden and we have an order of beneficial nematodes (Scanmask) coming. It worked great. Do you have any suggestions for us? I am also sprayed Zoecon Precor 2000 Plus Premise Spray, 16 oz and all carpet and cloth couch. If you want that, a spot on treatment is probably best (dont use a flea collar). If I leave it on overnight then vaccum is it safe for my cats to be walking around on it? Hi Dave! I have three cats, one doesnt have fleas really but the other twoboy do they have fleas. Is there a brand that you can direct me to? Thank you so much! In a family of four the fleas only bit me my legs and arms look like swiss cheese. I recommend that you give it a couple days before following the steps outlined in this guide as there may still be residue chemicals that may take effect after the house was treated by that exterminator. Hi Shari! Are they leftover from the fleas? Our cat got a good flea bath and we got some flea meds from the vet for her. We have two little dogs, and my question is how long do I have to leave the bedroom close in order for the dogs not to approach the area and should when I vacuum the entire bedroom after the treatment. My understanding is that it should applied early morning and plants should be avoided for pollination reasons. Then she comes in the house and the larvae transfer to me and make my life a misery. If we keep him dusted about once a week, will it keep him flea free? Price : $9.47 ($0.14 / Ounce) Features : Say Goodbye to Bugs - Kills a variety crawling insects including roaches, ants, fleas, silverfish, earwigs, bedbugs, and more. Were stlll getting bites! Thank you. I do leave Boo go outside to roam around during the day, and he mainly comes in at night to eat/sleep. And upstairs we have wood floors so I sprinkled it here and there only to fibd out I was seeing fleas still and were all still being bit. Hey Christy! the majority of those do not have a filter -so they will not get clogged. In higher quantities, crystalline silica (which is often the reason for the deficit) can cause toxicity and this needs to be avoided if you are going to be using it for flea control. Just make sure its the pure, food grade variation and it might be worth your while to get with your vet first Good luck! HELP! Guess Ill never know! HELP. My dog cant walk 5 steps without scratching. I tried Hartz flea spray and while I think it lessened the issue it didnt really fix it. Legumes like clover and vetch act as fantastic living mulch between rows, or under-sown. This is a very good and very factual article on DE. In conclusion, using this simple and natural powder can do wonders for household flea problems. Not quite sure if that made a huge difference. Hi! Thanks so much. Why does this matter? Thanks for your time. She looked like she had chicken pox there were so many bites. City girl moved to the country. Even though the food-grade material is safe, wear a dust mask while applying diatomaceous earth to tomato plants. Real Cheap, $9.00 for 4lbs plastic tub, or they had large plastic pages for $12.00 many pet stores carry it too but be prepared to pay 25.00 for small cantainer. I put Advantage on my kitties last evening because I had a supply of it on hand. Cindy. Hi Vickie! Hey Colleen, welcome back! Thanks again! Hi William, rather just use the nematodes first and see how that goes, as from my personal experience, DE isnt great outside. We all suffer from it! Provided you take this precaution, DE is fantastic for getting rid of fleas . My kids are itchy, Im itchy and yes, the poor dog is itchy too. Yesterday I vacuumed and washed all my bedding, and today I saw one sitting on my pillow after I woke up. I can use something else to get them off her, i am just wondering if you have heard of this brand and is it too coarse for flea control? Because of its potential risks to pets, talk to your veterinarian before using food-grade diatomaceous earth for flea control in your home. Thanks again for being awesome and helping us bug infested people reclaim our homes and sanity. To apply I have used an old fashioned flour sifter! No it wont negatively affect its ability to kill those fleas. Hi Joseph! Are they going to be ok? Hi Barbara! What about you? If an extremely large amount is inhaled, people may cough and have shortness of breath. Thanks, you have an awesome website with great info! Hi Sandy! Awesome, please share this article with your friends . I only recommend using DE that specifically mentions food grade. Diatomaceous earth can irritate the nose and nasal passages if breathed in, says Glen Ramsey, board-certified entomologist and technical services manager with Atlanta-based Orkin. I love your site! Have you actually physically seen the fleas, not just felt them? Lastly, our bed. Its weird. I have a very hard time of finding food grade Diatomaceous Earth in a certain part of Canada. The dog has snuck into the carpeted rooms a couple of times, but after reading I assume I should treat ALL floors since eggs drop and can be carried on shoes? So in other words, you dont need to put tons of the powder down, it just need to be enough to finely dust the surfaces. So why not use pool grade? Let me know if you come right, if not, I will help you further. I also recommend that you try making one of my flea traps (guide is on this blog) as it will help you figure out if you have a flea problem or not. Its a pleasure, please share it on Facebook . Will this still work & if sohow do I use it?? Thanks. I usually use a plastic container with holes in the top (I usually make the holes lol) and use it like a salt shaker. We are expecting a baby in a few weeks. I dont recommend that you apply the DE to your cats though, there are better solutions. Will it clog up the new hoover? When preparing it for consumption I mix half a teaspoon DE per cat with a little of the dry cat food that I have soaked for a few minutes in a little water to make a paste. Found out about this product through a pest control friend. in the article it says that it shouldnt be around kittens, puppiesbout how old should the puppies be before they can be around it. I immediately gave him a bath with dawn and rinsed him down with vinegar and water and then dried him. Thanks, Allison. Although it can take awhile, it works and I am sure that you will be flea free soon. Before this, I used a mixture do baking soda and salt. Threw out my expensive area rugs, my couch as I was being eaten alive when sitting on it. Flea infestation. Now that my war on fleas has begun I had a few questions. I completed the task of spreading the DE at 8:30 pm last night, June 5th. My dog has recently caught fleas and we have had some hot whether which has resulted in the fleas multiplying like mad! The insects outermost layer is composed of lipids, which acts to keep water inside the body, says Falk. Could you tell me if I need another type? How long should I let it sit for? Also, do you know if salt works to kill fleas? Hi Lisa! But, I did vacuum with another smaller vacuum I have. If you do use it this way, Falk recommends reapplying if after it rains or every few days in areas of high humidity. I recommend that you apply it on a hot day just to be sure. Yes, provided its food grade and you vacuum it up (otherwise it can be a bit dehydrating to her body), that will be fine. Ive searched around and found this site about using DE. Hope that helps. Can I mix DE with borax when I put it down on the floors and carpet? I didnt think so. I recently moved into an apartment and found out that the patio is infested with fleas. Hello! In general, nematodes require moist conditions, high humidity, and temperatures between 55 and 90 F with little direct sunlight. Still a ways to go yet as the dog seems to have a histamine reaction to the fleas, but havent seen live ones in a few days. The best Ive found is 85%. You could but I suggest rather using a spot on, it will be much more effective. Any pros or cons to not cleaning up the whole thing. You are and it sounds like you are doing a good job, well played! Use some common sense. Diatomaceous earth - Diatomaceous earth is a non-toxic powder consisting of ground fossils, marine life and fresh water organisms. Hey Lacey! Read our complete guide to using beneficial nematodes here. My cats are still miserable. After reviewing the cautions for using DE (in this article), simply sprinkle the powder where fleas are usually found. I dont know why you said it wasnt safe for kittens and small animals because it definitely is. Had back surgery on 7/11 and thats when I began to realize there was a flea issue ( never had one before and dog is on advantage II large breed religiously, every three weeks now. Sprayed the house with Ultracide. Washed everything in sight with bleach and Borax. Could this be that i found the fleas early enough? Pleasure, have a good one and thanks for stopping by to read my blog , This article has definitely been one of the best Ive read in all my research. Last year when I bought DE, I got a 40lb bag which of course I still got plenty and I was thinking if should I be worried about some sort of expiration date? Im just wondering, if the effectiveness might go away the longer it sits, and if I would be better sweeping, then reapplying. Why does the bag say that if it is safe? Treated him and the other two cats with Advantage and hundreds fell off. It is a true storie. Because the particles are so small . I also purchased nematodes and put them out a week ago, then the DE for inside yesterday. I put frontline on him and gave him a capguard tablet. I have seen a couple of fleas in the house so decided to try your homemade traps. Pleasure Brenda, thanks for getting back to me . How small are you meaning? Lets start with a very common question that many people ask on a regular basis; what is it and is it safe to use? Especially if the vacuum does not pick up the powder well off of the slate?? Hi Natasha, Ive been reading through some great info here on DE & Borax for fleas, but wonder how to effectively use it on hardwood floors if I dont have a vacuum. That carry DE same as in your home apply Beneficial nematodes diatomaceous earth vs nematodes for fleas Dromgoole! 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