Termites spread rapidly during the rainy season and damage wood and furniture. You can use home remedies instead of chemicals ...

4. Diatomaceous earth Sprinkle this natural powder around wooden structures. It dehydrates and kills termites on contact. 5. Aloe vera wood polish Mix aloe gel with a few drops of eucalyptus oil.

The more termite powder was included, the less vegetable content and fibre there was. The tasters had no idea of the mix-proportion but they knew they were tasting a vegetable-insect mixture.

Generally, homeowners need to watch out for three wood borers: termites, powder post beetles and carpenter ants, said Jason Hampton of Terminix International in Streamwood. An expert can tell from ...