STRONG Homemade Centipede Killer Spray

You're on the right track using carpet cleaner, degreaser, water, and dish soap — that combo can definitely kill centipedes by disrupting their outer layer and suffocating them. But if you want a stronger, still safe(ish) homemade centipede killer, here's a refined version:

💥 STRONG Homemade Centipede Killer Spray

Ingredients:

• 1 cup water

• 1/2 cup white vinegar

• 1 tbsp dish soap

• 1 tbsp degreaser (like Simple Green or a citrus-based one)

• 10–15 drops peppermint or tea tree essential oil (optional but effective)

Optional: Add 1 tbsp rubbing alcohol for faster knockdown

Instructions:

1. Mix everything in a spray bottle.

2. Shake well before use.

3. Spray directly on centipedes to kill them, or along baseboards, under sinks, and corners to deter them.

🛑 Why it Works:

• Dish soap & degreaser: Break down the centipede’s waxy exoskeleton, causing dehydration and death.

• Vinegar & alcohol: Penetrate and irritate.

• Essential oils: Repel survivors and prevent more from coming in.

⚠️ Safety Notes:

• Avoid spraying this on delicate fabrics or untreated wood — test small spots first.

• Keep pets/kids away until areas are dry (especially if using essential oils or alcohol).

Would you like a powder version too (something you can leave behind in cracks or basements)?