Cloves, with their potent aroma and natural compounds like eugenol, can act as a deterrent against bedbugs. While they are not a reliable method to eliminate an infestation, they can be a helpful supplementary tactic to reduce bites and discourage activity in the short term while you implement more decisive control measures.

Important Disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes. Cloves are a repellent aid, not a proven eradication method. For confirmed infestations, professional pest control is strongly recommended.

How Cloves Work Against Bedbugs

The strong, spicy scent of cloves is believed to:

Disrupt bedbugs’ ability to locate hosts by masking the carbon dioxide and body odor they use to find you.
Act as a contact irritant, potentially repelling them from treated areas.
« Flush » bugs from hiding spots when used as a steam, making them easier to detect and vacuum.

Crucial Note: Cloves do not effectively kill bedbug eggs, and their repellent effect is temporary and localized.

Methods of Application: A Step-by-Step Guide

1. Clove Powder Barrier

A physical and aromatic barrier to protect key areas.

How: Generously sprinkle 100% clove powder in a continuous, unbroken line around:
- The legs of your BEDand furniture.
- Along baseboards and room perimeters.
- In cracks and crevices of bed frames.
Purpose: Creates a zone bedbugs are reluctant to cross.

2. Whole Clove Sachets

For long-lasting, passive aroma in hiding spots.

How: Place small sachets or loose whole cloves in:
- Mattress seams and under the mattress.
- Drawers, especially near the bed.
- Behind headboards and furniture.
- Corners of closets and shelves.
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