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Thread: Mozzie deterrent
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19th October 2006, 03:09 PM #1
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Mozzie deterrent
Looking for a good mozzie deterrent...every time we open our windows, bloody mozzies come in the house. i'm looking for something that isn't too smelly but will keep them away.
I know about citronella but find it a bit over powering.
If anyone has any good suggestions, that would be great.
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19th October 2006, 03:18 PM #2
How 'bout flyscreens? They work for me
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19th October 2006, 06:10 PM #3
Citronella does NOT work. It is a hoax that seems to have fooled millions.
Any of the plug-in mozzie zappers work very well, even with the lights on and all the windoes open. No smell at all. No mozzies (or flies)Bob Willson
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19th October 2006, 08:12 PM #4
I was serious you know. Why no flyscreens? Mozzie zappers don't keep out the blowies and the moths do they? My place would be overrun by blowies during the day and mozzies and moths at night if I didn't have flyscreens.
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19th October 2006, 08:39 PM #5
Put up a 'SALE' sign next door, females can't resist them and will leave you alone.
Stupidity kills. Absolute stupidity kills absolutely.
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19th October 2006, 09:15 PM #6
Old bushies trick,stinkin' job but someones gotta do it put dried cow dung on a fire.
Unfortunately it's kinda smelly even the mozzies have better preferences!
Some even smear themselves with it to keep the mozzies at bay,:eek: :eek: :eek: mind I'm not suggestin' you do this particularly if'n ya wanna stay on good terms with the family and neighbours.
At the moment during their breeding seaon wear plenty of covering clothing they'll soon be gone once the weather warms up.
CheersJohnno
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19th October 2006, 09:15 PM #7
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19th October 2006, 11:07 PM #9
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I learn't this from an old bushie once and it works a treat.
1/3 Dettol
1/3 vinegar
1/3 baby oil
mix it together and wipe it on.
Doesn't smell wonderful but compared to all the other crap it is pretty nice (and harmless).
Damo
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20th October 2006, 08:55 AM #10
Flyscreens have no odour...
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20th October 2006, 09:00 AM #11
An Open Letter to SilentC
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Dear SilentC.
It is clear by your constant spamming that you have an interest in the promotion of flyscreens.:mad:
No-one likes spam. I hope the mods ban you and your lucrative flyscreen business turns sour.:mad:
I also hope your chooks turn into emus and kick your dunny door down.:mad:
Kind regards,
Felder
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20th October 2006, 10:18 AM #12
Two products that do NOT work are the ultrasonic repellers sold by Dick Smith and the like and the ultraviolet light/electric grid zappers.
The plug in "insecticide mat" heaters do work as they simply liberate insecticide.
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20th October 2006, 03:43 PM #13
The remedy recomended by the local chemist is to take vitam b It apparently pases an odour through the pores that mossies and midges, Sorry BM, do not like
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23rd October 2006, 09:07 AM #14
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Thanks for all the suggestions...I think!
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2nd February 2007, 11:47 AM #15
Lemongrass oil works; just add a few drops to some olive oil or moisturiser or whatever is handy. In some parts of Asia people wear hats woven from lemongrass leaves for the same reason.
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