Spiders NOT Welcome in Bedrooms

Create your own scented Spider Repellant

DYI PROJECTS

3/23/20262 min read

A modern bedroom with a tufted headboard and art.
A modern bedroom with a tufted headboard and art.

Create Your Own Spider Repellent for the Bedroom

Repel Spiders and Freshen Your Linens with a Simple DIY Solution

Keep Spiders Away and Enjoy Fresh-Smelling Linens!

Spiders creeping into your bedroom can be unsettling, especially when you’re trying to enjoy a peaceful night’s sleep. Store-bought repellents often contain harsh chemicals, but making your own spider repellent is easy, natural, and can even double as a linen freshener. Here’s a simple guide to creating your own effective and aromatic spider repellent spray for your bedroom.

Why Make Your Own Spider Repellent?

  • Natural Ingredients: Avoid harsh chemicals and synthetic fragrances.

  • Safe for Family and Pets: Gentle on sensitive skin and safe around children and animals.

  • Multi-Purpose: Keeps spiders at bay and leaves your linens smelling fresh.

What You’ll Need

  • 16 oz (2 cups) of distilled water

  • 2 tablespoons of white vinegar (optional, for extra cleaning power)

  • 15 drops of peppermint essential oil (spiders dislike this scent!)

  • 10 drops of lavender essential oil (for a calming, fresh scent)

  • 10 drops of eucalyptus essential oil (for extra repellent strength)

  • A clean spray bottle

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Combine the Ingredients:

  1. Pour Into Spray Bottle:

  1. Shake Well:

How to Use Your Spider Repellent & Linen Freshener

  • Repel Spiders:

  • Freshen Linens:

Extra Tips

  • Reapply every few days or after changing your sheets for the best results.

  • Test a small area first if you have delicate fabrics.

  • Store the spray in a cool, dark place to preserve essential oil potency.

Enjoy a Spider-Free, Fresh Bedroom!

This easy DIY spider repellent not only helps keep unwanted eight-legged visitors out of your bedroom but also gives your linens a gentle, calming fragrance. Sleep better knowing your space is fresh and naturally protected!

Lightly mist your bed sheets, pillowcases, blankets, and curtains. The pleasant scent will linger and help keep spiders at bay.

Spray around bedroom windows, doors, baseboards, corners, and under the bed. Focus on areas where you’ve seen spiders in the past.

Before each use, shake the bottle to ensure the oils are well distributed.

Use a funnel to carefully pour the mixture into your spray bottle.

In a bowl or measuring cup, mix the distilled water, white vinegar (if using), and all the essential oils. Stir gently to combine.