Does diatomaceous earth kill ants?

Natural products like diatomaceous earth will be safe to use around your kids and pets. DE will continue to work long after any chemical products' effect have dissipated, providing a natural ant repellent as long as the powder remains. read more

Diatomaceous earth (DE) comes from dead sea life called diatoms. More than 1,500 species of diatoms inhabit the planet, and they come in various shapes such as tubes, cones and snowflakes. DE’s effectiveness is closely linked to its shape and the amount of amorphous silica it contains. read more

Diatomaceous earth works differently from other pesticides by using a mechanical reaction rather than a chemical one. When ants come into contact with DE, it absorbs moisture from their exoskeletons, and they begin to dehydrate. read more

The amount of time that it takes diatomaceous earth to kill insects varies greatly depending on factors such as particle size, temperature, relative humidity, the type of insect as well as the extent of the infestation. read more