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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Ottilie Blackhall

Stop! Don't recycle this common household item – use it to easily banish silverfish without chemicals for free, experts reveal

Bright, multi-colored living room with two large windows, a pin sofa, two leather armchairs, a coffee table with flowers and books, a patterned rug, and miscellaneous lights and framed pictures.

With the weather getting colder and wetter, you might notice more silverfish appearing around your home, attracted to the warmth and shelter.

While not harmful to humans, these little pests can be a nuisance in your home, causing damage to books, papers, or wallpaper. So, how can you get rid of them quickly, and without chemicals?

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