If you are looking for a simple way to keep spiders away, this easy DIY spider repellent spray is incredibly effective, all natural and can be made in less than 2 minutes…your spider problem solved! This reliable and easy-to-make natural spider repellent is made with essential oils. We have found that essential oils are the best way to get rid of spiders without toxic pesticides.
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Natural Spider Repellent You Can Make at Home
Let’s make DIY natural spider repellents to keep the spiders away with spider spray!
If you are trying to get rid of your reliance on chemical insecticide, this is an effective solution. Getting rid of spiders is suddenly easy now that we know that there are natural alternative solutions that actually work!
Spider Repellant: Peppermint Oil
I am not a big fan of spiders in my house so this easy DIY spider spray is perfect! The good news is that it is an all-natural spider deterrent that you can make yourself at home and not be afraid to use liberally because this spider spray is made out of peppermint oil, an essential oil which works as an insect repellent.
So I researched spider remedies using natural ingredients and I found out that a great way to get rid of spiders is with peppermint essential oil.
Best spider repellent ever!
Peppermint essential oil might smell amazing to me and you, but spiders are not big fans of this smell. In fact, they hate peppermint oil so much they can’t even get close to it.
I tried several different spider repellent recipes and this one was hands down my favorite DIY natural spider spray.
Spider Spray Ingredients & Supplies
Here’s how to make a simple spider repellent with common ingredients – you won’t believe how easy it is to get the best results!
- 8-10 drops peppermint essential oil
- water
- 2 oz spray bottle
Essential oil tip: Use a GLASS spray bottle because essential oils can eat up (degrade) plastic.
How to Make Spider Spray
Step 1 – Make the Essential Oil Spider Repellent
Fill your small glass spray bottle with water and then add peppermint oil. This spider spray recipe was created with the small 2 oz spray bottles in mind, but if you have a larger bottle just add the appropriate amount of additional peppermint essential oils.
Step 2 – Use the Spider Spray
Shake it well before using.
- Spray this spider “juice” around window frames, doors (inside and out), small cracks in the ceilings, walls, bathrooms.
- I even spray it on the outside porch.
Step 3 – Reapply Weekly
I usually do this once a week (twice during summer), it takes just a few minutes and it works as a natural home spray that smells really really good.
Since I started using my “spider spray” I haven’t seen any eight-leg creatures. I am happy they are alive outside, but away from my house!
How to Keep Spiders Away AND Eliminate Toxic Chemicals from the House
Natural repellents work surprisingly well compared to commercial repellent. Many pest control companies also use a pest repellent with active ingredients that are harmful to our pets and have to be used in limited ways around children.
The insect repellent effects are harmful to our lungs and respiratory system, plus, they usually have very strong scents that make it hard to stand when sprayed.
If you live in North America, you’re probably tired of finding different spider species, insects, and bed bugs on your window screens, window sills, under the kitchen sink, seal cracks, and open areas. No matter what time of year it is, we continue finding jumping spiders and even brown recluse spiders and black widows everywhere!
The last thing I wanted to do is fill our new house with toxic chemicals in my spider hunt. Sticky traps were not cutting it anymore.
This natural solution was the best spider repellent I could find!
How often should I spray for spiders?
During spider season I usually spray twice a week but the rest of the year weekly or even monthly can do the trick.
Spider Deterrent FAQs
Other smells that repel spiders include the essential oils: Idaho Tansy, Palo Santo, Melaleuca Alternifolia, Geranium, Lemon, Rosemary, Lemongrass, Thyme, Spearmint and Citronella.
Spiders love dark dusty places which is why under the bed is a common place for spiders to hide and live. As you can imagine, it is only a short trip to visit you in the night. Keeping the area around and under your bed clean and dust-free and your bedding washed regularly can help decrease this as spider’s favorite hiding place.
There is no permanent solution since a spider’s life span is on average about a year and there are more spiders where that one came from! Repelling spiders with essential oils is humane and an easy way to keep you living without spiders long term.
Easy DIY Natural Spider Repellent Spray
Make this DIY natural spider repellent spray to keep spiders away from home - without harmful chemicals!
Materials
- 8-10 drops peppermint essential oil
- water
- 2 oz glass spray bottle
Instructions
- Fill your small glass spray bottle with water and then add peppermint oil. This spider spray recipe was created with the small 2 oz spray bottles in mind, but if you have a larger bottle just add the appropriate amount of additional peppermint essential oils.
- Spray this spider “juice” around window frames, doors (inside and out), small cracks in the ceilings, walls, bathrooms.
- I usually do this once a week (twice during summer), it takes just few minutes and it works as a natural home spray that smells really really good.
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Leave a comment – How did your natural spider repellent work? Were you able to rid your home of spiders with this natural remedy?
Peppermint oil is bad for dog . But i don’t think the plant is
Thank you for sharing!
I have heard that peppermint oil spray will discourage cats from clawing the furniture.
That is very interesting! Thank you for sharing, Pat 🙂
Where can I buy peppermint essential oil?
Hi, Thomas! Under the “supples needed” section of the post, if you click on “peppermint oil” it takes you to a link where you can find it!
At the beginning of the summer I noticed a few spiders around my home so I tried this solution and it seemed to just make them go crazy. I even used peppermint oil and baking soda on my carpets as well. As a result, it seemed like everyday I was being bitten by a spider for weeks. My legs are so scarred from the bruises of the spider bites it is crazy. Did I do something wrong or should I have continued to use the solution?