How to Get Rid of Bed Bugs with Insect Free Extra Strong
Bed bugs are among the most persistent household pests. During the day they hide in mattresses, bed frames, seams, cracks, skirting boards and furniture, coming out at night. Getting rid of them for good takes a thorough and consistent approach.
This guide explains how to treat bed bugs step by step with Insect Free Extra Strong, and why repeating the treatment is so important.
Why bed bugs are so hard to eliminate
Bed bugs are small, flat insects that retreat into the tiniest gaps. They rarely stay in one spot: mattress seams, the bed frame, behind skirting boards and inside nearby furniture are all favourite hiding places. That is why a single treatment is almost never enough.
How to treat bed bugs step by step
- Strip the bed daily. Remove all bed linen, pillowcases and duvet covers every day.
- Wash hot. Wash bedding at 60°C (140°F) or tumble dry on a high heat setting whenever possible.
- Treat the hiding places. Treat the mattress, seams, bed frame, cracks and other hiding spots with Insect Free Extra Strong according to the product instructions.
- Use the dispenser during the day. Place the dispenser with an Extra Strong refill in the bedroom during the day to maximise its effect. Remove it before sleeping.
- Repeat for at least 14 days. Repeat daily for at least two weeks so that newly hatched bed bugs are dealt with too.
Always follow the instructions on the packaging for placement and dosage.
Why repeat treatment is necessary
Bed bug eggs do not all hatch at the same time. A single treatment only tackles the insects active at that moment, not the ones that hatch later. Treating consistently for two weeks covers the full life cycle and significantly increases the chance of clearing the infestation.
Why choose Insect Free Extra Strong?
- Powerful. Formulated for persistent pests such as bed bugs.
- Versatile. Suitable for mattresses, bed frames, seams and cracks.
- Long-lasting. Supports ongoing control with repeated use.
- Easy to use. Clear steps, no complicated setup.
- Widely applicable. Ideal for homes, hotels, holiday homes and apartments.
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Frequently asked questions about bed bugs
How do I recognise bed bugs?
Bed bugs are small, flat, reddish-brown insects a few millimetres in size. Often you notice the signs before the bugs: small blood spots on the sheets, dark dots in mattress seams, and itchy bites in a row on the skin.
Where do bed bugs hide during the day?
During the day they hide in mattress seams, the bed frame, behind skirting boards, in cracks and in furniture close to the bed. That is why it is important to treat those hiding places too.
Why isn't one treatment enough?
Because the eggs do not hatch simultaneously. After a first treatment, young bed bugs still emerge from remaining eggs. Treating for at least 14 days deals with those as well.
Is this suitable for hotels and holiday homes?
Yes. The approach works in homes, hotels, holiday homes and apartments. Always follow the instructions for use for correct application in each space.
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