Diatomaceous Earth (5 Gallon), Resealable Bucket Pure Freshwater Amorphous Silica

I recently purchased Earthborn Elements Diatomaceous Earth to tackle a persistent roach problem in my home, and overall, I am quite pleased with the results. Here’s a breakdown of my experience: #### Effectiveness: ★★★★☆ Earthborn Elements Diatomaceous Earth proved to be quite effective in dealing with the roach infestation. Within a few days of application, I noticed a significant reduction in the number of roaches. It works by damaging the exoskeleton of the insects, leading to dehydration and eventually, death. While it did not completely eradicate the problem, it made a noticeable difference and brought the roach population under control. #### Ease of Use: ★★★★★ Using the diatomaceous earth was straightforward and hassle-free. The product comes in a resealable 1 gallon bucket, which makes it easy to store and keeps it dry. I applied the powder in areas where I noticed roach activity, such as under the sink, along baseboards, and behind appliances. The powder is fine and easy to distribute evenly. A little goes a long way, so the 1 gallon bucket should last for more than a couple of applications. #### Safety: ★★★★☆ One of the primary reasons I chose this product is because it is a natural and non-toxic solution. It’s safe to use around pets and children, which is a huge plus for me. However, I did take precautions to ensure that the powder was not inhaled or ingested, as it can be an irritant. Wearing a mask and gloves during application is recommended. #### Value for Money: ★★★★★ Considering its effectiveness and the quantity provided, Earthborn Elements Diatomaceous Earth offers excellent value for money. It’s a cost-effective solution compared to chemical sprays and traps, and since it lasts long, you won’t need to reapply frequently. #### Versatility: ★★★★★ Beyond roaches, this product is also effective against other pests such as ants, fleas, and bedbugs. I appreciate its versatility, which makes it a handy tool in maintaining a pest-free home. #### Cons: - **Messiness**: Diatomaceous earth can be a bit messy to apply, especially in hard-to-reach areas. It’s important to clean up any excess powder to avoid it being tracked around the house. - **Time to Effectiveness**: Unlike chemical pesticides that kill on contact, diatomaceous earth takes time to show results. Patience is required as it works gradually. #### Conclusion: Earthborn Elements Diatomaceous Earth is a reliable and safe option for controlling roach infestations. Its natural composition and effectiveness make it a worthwhile purchase for anyone looking to manage pests without resorting to harsh chemicals. While it requires careful application and some patience, the benefits far outweigh these minor inconveniences. I would definitely recommend it to others facing similar pest issues.

After years of Amazon use, this is the first product that I’ve reviewed. It has brought so much life back to me after a flea infestation in my tiny 1 bedroom apartment almost broke me. I noticed one of the dogs I was had started itching really intensely over several days and after checking them, I seen fleas. I started bathing him regularly but since he likes to sleep under my bed, it was already too late. 5 fleas turned into 10, then, 20, and before I knew it, I couldn’t even step a toe on my carpet without seeing 5-6 fleas jump and start biting me. I was confident that I would be able to solve the issue quickly so I began using Vets best home spray with my carpet cleaner to hopefully kill them. I will say it did kill some fleas but works better for spot treatments than an entire carpet. After about 2 weeks of that, I did some research and bought this gem and Boric Acid. MAGIC. I combined them both and sifted onto my carpet. Heaps amount (don’t be like me). Super dusty and hard to breathe but at least I don’t have fleas anymore!!!! After sifting, agitate into carpet and leave on for at least 48 hours but I recommend leaving on longer. Combination only kills fleas and larvae, NOT THE EGGS. So when they hatch, it’s be good to have to product still on so it can kill them too! Literally stock up if fleas are a reoccurring issue for you!!

Good value and great product to keep the scorpions out of the house.

This is the Best! We had a roach nest somewhere in our concrete patio near the garden!! 😱 Pumped this stuff out and Holy Cow!! We watched them crawl over it and , Literally , “ Bite The Dust!! ‘ I did a price comparison and this was the best price per ounce. Get a screwdriver ready to wedge it open cuz the lid is extremely hard to open but makes sense because the dust is so fine.

Works great but wish it lasted longer. Not a great value My dogs health is important to me Wish it cost less But this does work!

So far, I just got it yesterday, but a few things... 1) people said buck was hard to get into, obvisouly never had to open a large pail before, so you need a pilars to tear the tab and then it tears along the edge. I did not find it hard to open at all... 2) people say it's not as big as the pail looks, that is true, i thought the same thing... but a little goes a long way! this will clean and be used in all 3 of my chicken coops and their dust baths and anywhere else, the bucket is very full! 3) i'm glad it's food grade so i am not worried about my chickens. i'll do a better review after it works or when i use it where i can see changes on effectiveness. i will buy again :)

We don't want to think about what the chicken coop let alone our poor hens would be like without this great stuff. I use it in a duster to freshen up the coop and get a few of the girls that look like they might need a little help in the dust department. I use it with play sand in their dust bath tire and they really love their bathtime. I have also used it in our garden, and it has kept some pests down that normally overrun the garden by this time of year. It works, it keeps working and our girls are grateful, even if they don't know why.

Hello all! So, I was living with my dad during my college years, and he suddenly gets married and decides to move with his new wife. I would’ve joined back then but I wanted to complete my term in college. So I moved in with the mother. Little did I know, she had 6 cats and the fleas were horrible throughout the year. My stepdad was terrible about not letting the cats out, so they were constantly bringing in the stupid fleas inside. Every night I had a random flea in my bed. Shoot, I couldn’t even use the restroom without those little insects hopping on my legs. It got pretty annoying. Jokingly, I even contemplated poisoning the cats (I didn’t). Anyway, about a year after this experience, my mom decided to move out too but she leaves me the apartment. I was stoked to have these stupid cats out. But the fleas remained. So I did some homework. I found that this stuff supposedly helped and a lot of people had some success. So I bought this gallon. I bought a duster and sprayed down the entire apartment. When they were moving furniture, the movers were wondering why the apartment was so dusty. But I didn’t care, I wanted those little bastards gone. It wasn’t a quick fix. It definitely took some time. I sprayed everything with this stuff. Every corner of the rooms, under everything. It made it easier that my mom basically cleared the apartment. I think I left the dust for about two weeks. When the girlfriend had enough, I finally vacuumed and mopped. (Used a mixture of White Vinegar, Dawn soap and Peppermint oil). After mopping everything twice. There was no flea in sight! It worked!!! For all the negative reviews? Sure, the gallon is a pain to open, but this is still pretty good value. If you’re desperate, this might do the trick for you. And if you decide to consume, drink lots of water.