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27/02/2026 LIVE 24 - CONSELHO EM 60 MINUTOS

Learn how to make an effective, eco-friendly homemade fly trap using simple household items in just a few easy steps.

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Key Takeaways

  • A simple plastic bottle can be transformed into an effective fly trap.
  • Using sugar water attracts flies without harmful chemicals.
  • The inverted funnel design prevents flies from escaping once inside.
  • Adding dish soap improves trap efficiency by breaking surface tension.
  • Regular maintenance of the trap ensures continued effectiveness.

What the video covers

  • Demonstrates making a homemade fly trap using a plastic bottle, sugar, and water.
  • Explains cutting and inverting the bottle top to create a funnel trap.
  • Shows how to prepare a sugar water mixture to attract flies.
  • Recommends adding dish soap to break surface tension and trap flies effectively.
  • Details pouring the mixture below the funnel opening to prevent escape.
  • Suggests placing the trap where flies are commonly seen.
  • Advises emptying and refilling the trap every few days for best results.
  • Highlights the trap as an eco-friendly and chemical-free solution.
  • Encourages viewers to try the method and share their results.
  • Ends with a call to subscribe for more helpful tips.

Answers

Questions about this video

What materials do I need to make the fly trap?

You need a plastic bottle, sugar, water, and optionally a few drops of dish soap to make the homemade fly trap.

How does the inverted funnel design work?

The inverted top of the bottle creates a funnel that allows flies to enter attracted by the sugar water but prevents them from escaping.

How often should I empty and refill the fly trap?

For best results, you should empty and refill the trap every few days to maintain its effectiveness.

Full Transcript — Download SRT & Markdown

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I'm going to show you how to make a simple but very effective homemade fly trap.
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This is a great way to get rid of flies without using any chemicals.
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All you need is a plastic bottle, some sugar, and some water.
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First, cut the top off the plastic bottle, about a third of the way down.
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Then, invert the top part and place it into the bottom part of the bottle.
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This will create a funnel for the flies to enter but not escape.
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Next, mix about two tablespoons of sugar with a cup of warm water.
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Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
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You can also add a few drops of dish soap to break the surface tension.
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Pour the sugar water mixture into the bottom of the bottle.
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Make sure the liquid level is below the opening of the inverted funnel.
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The flies will be attracted to the sweet smell and fly into the trap.
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Once inside, they won't be able to find their way out.
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Place your fly trap in an area where you see a lot of flies.
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You'll be amazed at how effective this simple trap is.
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Remember to empty and refill the trap every few days for best results.
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This is an eco-friendly and cost-effective solution to your fly problem.
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Give it a try and let me know how it works for you.
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Thanks for watching, and don't forget to subscribe for more tips.
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