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Old 01-09-2014, 10:27 PM
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Originally Posted by redwitch View Post
Oddly enough, talcum powder kills those little critters. Just put it down around cracks, their trail, etc. Works like a charm. The biggest problem I've ever had was brushing the powder off the bratty black cat that was under the illusion she was supposed to roll in the stuff.
Yes! Talc is a pulverized mineral. To ants it may be similar to coming in contact with bits of fiberglass.

Talc is not water soluble, so use carefully if you wear contact lenses, have sinus trouble or breathing issues such as asthma.

Good thing your cat didn't rub it in her eyes!