Will diatomaceous earth kill bed bugs?

Diatomaceous earth is a chalky substance made of fossilized sea creatures called diatoms whose bodies were primarily silicon dioxide. It’s nontoxic and one of the safest ways we know of to kill bed bugs. When handling diatomaceous earth there’s a couple safety tips to keep in mind. read more

Diatomaceous earth is an effective bed bug powder. It's also cheap and free of harmful chemicals. It's easy to apply around your home and safe to apply near food, pets, and children. Diatomaceous earth (DE) kills bed bugs by absorbing the oily, protective layer that covers their exoskeletons. read more

Diatomaceous Earth does work to prevent and kill bed bugs, roaches, and some other bugs. DE's effectiveness is known, but consumers should know how it works and how to use it. As with any bug killing product, there are pros and cons. This method is slower acting, but some consider it to be safer. read more