Mosquito Spray

[G54]

OK, I have a problem with Mosquito sprays, they make me cough an splutter like an old asthmatic dog. Yet sometimes I need to use the spray.

The question is, how much for an average size bedroom, for example? Is one small squirt enough to do the job effectively or is a longer burst needed?

Yes, I know about using the electric bats for zapping mozzies, but sometimes the spray needs to be done and though I try to do it on the way out of the house for a time, that is also not always convenient.

TIA.

dang, missed a C off critters in the title!

[Checker]

The whole can . . .

[G54]

^^^ smart ass

[coventry]

We find that just using the aircon is sufficient to keep the mosquito's at bay.

[F1fanatic]

Use one of the 'plug in' mosquito repellents. They work v well.

[GrahamF]

If you can find it, look for a spray that is DEET free. That is usually the ingredient that causes problems, FYI DEET can also cause seizures in dogs if they are exposed to too much of it.

[barrybike]

use one with no scent .neutral..spray then close doors n go to another room for 5 mins.before re entering

[toybits]

I don't use insecticide to get rid of mosquitos in the house or in my bedroom. Instead, I use a zapper that is like a tennis racquet. It has a rechargeable battery and is very selective in killing only undesirable insect (flies included). I have one beside me when I sleep so when a mozzie comes buzzing near my ear - ZAPPPP.

[pattaya_girl]

Keep you Mosquito nets closed at all times, if you have them. I recently bought some Mosquito Repelant Cream which i find very efficiant - it is called ' OFF ' it really works.

[Pakboong]

Listerine in a spray bottle works really well. Also, keep a sheet of cling free or similar clothes dryer fabric softener in your pocket. They hate the stuff and you won't be bothered further.

[barrybike]

Listerine in a spray bottle works really well. Also, keep a sheet of cling free or similar clothes dryer fabric softener in your pocket. They hate the stuff and you won't be bothered further.

sounds good never heard these ideas before . is that the fabric you put into dryer when drying clothes ...just put it in pocket ..i must try this coz the buggers go to town om me sometimes

[ScubaBuddha]

You can try the Bugslock wristbands. They don't have DEET. Just citronella.