Why a Can of Raid Won’t Work On Bed Bugs
People have tried many solutions for all-natural bed bug treatment over the years, including sprays, dust, heat, vacuums, and more. And we’re happy to say that our natural bed bug killer is the best around—or your money back!
But wait. You might think, “Bed bugs. They’re bugs, and I’ve got some bug spray right here!” So won’t a can of Raid work as well as anything else? It’s a common thought, and in the end, nearly everyone ends up deciding against it. Why?
The Bed Bugs Aren’t There
It’s not often that you see a bed bug. Sure, you might see their skin husks or their bloody excrement, but seeing one tends to be rare because they go off and hide when they’re not chewing on your skin. That means there’s nothing to spray because you usually won’t spray it directly on the bed bug. Bed bugs are typically nocturnal, so when you spray your bed, there’s very little chance you’ll hit any with the Raid. Bed bugs like to hang out in the cracks of a bed frame and similar tight spaces where most sprays can’t reach. (see our photo below.)
But can’t you just spray your bed with Raid and hope for the best? It would be just as easy to skip the spray and rely on hope alone because they’ll both do the same thing: nothing. That’s because Raid dissipates into the air, and anything that hits the bed will dry and become useless.
Raid’s Not Made For Bed Bugs
Almost every can of Raid is for some other type of bug with a completely different life cycle. Roaches aren’t bed bugs, ants aren’t bed bugs, and wasps aren’t bed bugs. None of those creatures live on blood, and none of them are drawn to human CO2 exhalations. You can’t just spray and hope your use will magically work on those little bloodsuckers.
Raid Smells Horrible
Can we all just admit that Raid smells horrible? Most people spray it outside and then immediately run away from it because it just smells bad. Do you really want that smell in your bedroom? After all, the label specifically says that it should be used in a well-ventilated area. Why? Well, that’s because...
Raid Is Bad For You
Deep down, here’s something you know: Raid isn’t good for you. After all, it’s a poison; you don’t want to be around poisons. But you don’t have to believe us or trust your instinct on this one; all you have to do is read the label.
Here are some choice excerpts from the Raid bottle:
“Avoid contact with eyes, skin, or clothing.”
“Users should wash hands with plenty of soap and water before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco, or using the toilet.”
“Users should remove clothing immediately if pesticide gets inside.”
“Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.”
“Immediately call a poison control center or doctor. Do not induce vomiting unless told to do so by a poison control center or doctor.”
“May cause aspiration pneumonia.”
“Do not apply this product in a way that will contact any person or pet, either directly or through drift.”
“Exit the area immediately and remain outside the treated area until the spray has dried.”
Exit area immediately? Sounds like something you don’t want on your bed sheets or your carpet.
Now, we’re not saying that our plant-based bed bug treatment is safe to drink. But it is considerably safer to use in the house than what you’ll find in our competitor’s products, which usually contain permethrins and pyrethrins. These chemicals are worse than bed bugs! Our bed bug killer uses naturally derived extracts that take a more gentle approach to treating bed bugs...gentle for your family, not the bed bugs!
It also sticks around longer to get bed bugs when they do show their ugly little faces. You’re looking for a natural remedy for bed bugs, either because previous attempts didn’t work or because you’re afraid (rightfully so) of the chemicals used in other bed bug insecticides. Our bed bug sprays and other bed bug eradication products are guaranteed to work, so you have nothing to lose. Get rid of your bed bugs today, naturally!
Our natural, plant-based Bed Bug Patrol Killer Spray provides an all-natural solution to infestations of bed bugs, as well as fleas, spiders, and other common indoor bugs. Our 100% natural solution is made in the USA. It relies on the power of natural ingredients like citric acid, clove oil, and peppermint oil to naturally deter these bugs from living in your furnishings and upholstery. Just spray our solution on affected surfaces twice per day, and it will get to work on exterminating your bed bugs and preventing their return. To keep you safe from bed bugs on your travels, arm yourself with our Bed Bug Blasting Travel Spray, which comes in a handy, TSA-approved travel-size bottle for your convenience.