WD-40: Bug Repellant This Household Chemical Can Protect Your Home From Insects
WD-40 does just about everything. “If it moves but shouldn’t, use duct tape. If it won’t move but should, use WD-40” is practically an American proverb. It stops squeaks, cleans steel, and separates stuck objects. But it can do even more than that: Repel insects. Bugs don’t like the scent of WD-40, plus it can kill them by suffocation. Cheaper than most insecticides and infinitely more versatile, a can of WD-40 is perfect for keeping bugs out of your house. Doors and Windows Insects invade your house through every opening, including the crack in the front door. Keeping them out can be next to impossible unless you take precautions. One such safeguard is to spray WD-40 underneath the doorframe as if it were a barrier between your world and theirs. You should also spray it underneath windows and anywhere else they might come in. Roofs and Vents Insects love roofs. They can invade many nooks and crannies in your roof, such as vents and cracks, but WD-40 can help prevent it. Spray it on any points of access, including the gutter. Many gutters have hot air vents, a popular entrance for spiders. Try spraying the soffit — where the roof overhangs — to deter wasps and other creatures from building nests.
When and Where Not to Use WD-40 There are a few limitations to WD-40. It doesn’t keep out flying insects, so flies, bees, and other winged bugs can still get in. Also, WD-40 isn’t a solution for infestations, so call a professional exterminator if that’s your situation. WD-40 is poisonous, so don’t spray it in the kitchen. The chemical is also toxic to animals, including your pets. If you have animals, only use WD-40 on surfaces they can’t access, such as window frames, but be extra wary about where your cats hang out.
The Chemical for All Your Household Needs
WD-40 is a surprising solution for many household challenges. It makes snow shoveling easier, cleans bird droppings, and more. If
your household is a potential target for an insect invasion, a few sprays of WD-40 in key locations can help you protect the home from insects, ants, and possibly termites.
A Century of Change Tragedy Became a Milestone in Workers’ Comp History
While we can certainly confirm that our nation can do much better when it comes to workers’ rights, the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire is a stark reminder of the dire conditions that were once the norm. March 25 marks the anniversary of this tragedy, and we must recognize how far we’ve come in protecting workers’ safety while also acknowledging the ongoing work that needs to be done. The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory, located in the heart of Manhattan, was a bustling garment factory employing primarily immigrant teen girls. These young women worked 12 hours a day, every day of the week. On that fateful day in 1911, a fire broke out on the factory’s eighth floor, spreading quickly due to the unsafe working conditions and flammable materials. The workers found themselves trapped, with locked doors and inadequate fire escapes, leading to the devastating loss of 146 lives.
labor movement. It became a rallying cry for workers’ rights advocates and reformers, paving the way for significant changes in labor laws and workplace safety regulations. While significant progress has been made in workers’ compensation and workplace safety since 1911, challenges continue, and we see it nearly every day. Workers continue to face hazardous conditions in various industries, and workplace injuries and fatalities remain a reality for many. Additionally, the ever- evolving nature of work, such as the rise of the gig economy, has led to new challenges in ensuring labor protections and benefits. The anniversary of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire serves as a sad but essential reminder that we must remain vigilant in safeguarding workers’ rights and safety. We owe it to the memory of those who perished in that tragic fire and to the countless workers who still face risks on the job to uphold and strengthen workers’ compensation and labor protections. That’s why we do what we do!
The aftermath of this horrific incident shocked the nation and kickstarted the U.S.
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