In the current heat, fruit flies multiply particularly quickly. But even simple measures ensure hygiene in the kitchen. What you should consider now.
The heat sometimes has some unpleasant side effects, especially in the kitchen. About fruit fliesalso called vinegar or fruit flies, circling around the fruit bowl.
In order to avoid a plague at home, you have to be careful when shopping so that you don’t buy the “pests”, as they are called in technical jargon, as an accompaniment. If the fruit in the fruit counter is already very ripe or even overripe, then it’s better to keep your hands off it. The larvae of the fruit fly feed on the microorganisms involved in decomposition. If you already have the little pests in the kitchen, then vinegar traps are an effective and natural remedy. Vinegar is mixed with water in a ratio of 1:1 and the glasses with the liquid are placed on the windowsill. This reliably attracts the flies, which then drown in it. You can also make a suitable fruit fly trap with beer.
What to do against fruit flies?
In addition to setting up the traps, there are other things to consider. It is helpful to ventilate the room well to get rid of some of the flies. Fruit bowls should always be covered. In this heat, however, peaches, apricots and cherries are even better kept in the fridge, with one exception: bananas should never be kept in the fridge. Even soft vegetables such as tomatoes are not safe from the little pests. Any organic waste should also be disposed of quickly, as it also attracts flies.
What helps against fruit flies?
Hygiene – a good keyword. Hygiene in the kitchen is always important, but not so easy with these high temperatures. It is now all the more important to change the dishcloth every day, as germs and bacteria multiply particularly quickly at higher room temperatures. Put leftovers in the fridge as soon as possible. However, cooked food must first cool down. This can be done very quickly if you place the pot in cold water or transfer the food to other containers. Pasta, for example, that is left on the stove overnight is already greasy and spoiled the next day. Mold in the bread bin is a big problem, especially in hot, humid weather. Household experts advise freezing the fresh bread in smaller portions.
Combat fruit flies: Ventilate well in summer
Finally, a tip for the whole apartment: In general, air well early in the morning, then close all windows and lower the shutters. This keeps the heat out. THE