EVG 20mm x 25m Copper Slug Tape | Adhesive Copper Slug Snail Repellent | Slug Deterrent Barrier Tape | Humane Pest Control

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These slug baits are not toxic to pets and children of your house, so there is no risk of accidental consumption. The best part about this slug bait is that it will not harm wildlife and is also completely safe to use around children. It will not affect your crops and will only work on slugs. The product is great to use during every season so that you stay free of slugs all year-round. During March, I started to apply the copper slug tape around the base of my greenhouse staging. I had about 20 trays of seedlings to protect. Later, I applied the same tape around flower tubs and troughs, into which I planted flowers and vegetables that I knew the slugs and snails would love to strip bare. I have had a respectable amount of success in slug deterrence using copper mesh as a slug barrier on the outside of wood planters. The mesh is about 5″ wide, which is wider than any of the copper tapes I have seen for sale, and it’s easier to work with compared to the super delicate copper tape I tried, the tape I tried, and it’s easy enough to reuse (although not adhesive on it’s own)

Copper sulphate is made by combining copper alloy with sulphuric acid. Whilst sulphur dioxide emissions from power stations have dropped enormously in Western Europe since the 1980s, there is still enough in the atmosphere for rain to contain traces of sulphuric acid. In certain places within the UK you will be receiving higher doses of sulphuric acid in your rain than others. What happens when this acid rain lands on copper alloy tape on your outdoor plant pots? It makes trace amounts of copper sulphate which runs down your pot and into the soil. I therefore put it to you that as the copper tape weathers, in some areas it releases traces of copper sulphate which makes it even more potent, especially on more porous terracotta pots that can hold onto the copper sulphate. If you live in a city there’s probably more chance of copper tape having this effect than if you live in the countryside. I can’t prove that it exists but it would seem logical. Place pellets where the slugs are more likely to hide. Control the repeated entry to your house by killing them at once with pellets. As members of the Mollusca group of animals, slugs and snails use Hemocyanin proteins in their blood to transport oxygen around their bodies ( whereas we mammals use iron based Hemoglobin). These Hemocyanin proteins contain two copper atoms. This makes all molluscs very sensitive to the ingestion of additional quantities of copper. Too much copper and it prevents oxygen from moving around their bodies and they eventually die, unless they flee to safety.Depending on the width and quality of the tape, the price varies from around 0.50 to 2 dollars/pounds/euros per yard (per meter). However, they are sometimes extremely diverse in price; costs vary depending on the world market price of copper. Copper tapes last long, offering greater value for money. You can place them across your floors, door thresholds, and around pots.

In short, there’s something in your house that slugs are attracted to. It may be that you regularly leave food debris out for slugs to enjoy, or it may be that your home is damp. If slugs eat this bait, they will stop feeding and die after a few days. Refrain from using slug baits containing metaldehyde as it is toxic to pets and people. The seal is resistant to drought and noise. It is very easy to apply and can be applied without any glue or drills. It is best suitable for a crevice width of about 22 mm. It not only keep slugs out but also prevents wind from entering your house.Copper DOES work as a slug and snail barrier if the percentage of copper alloy is high enough and the width is in excess of 4 cms. Don’t waste money on any of the other ‘gardening’ products tested above and be cautious of using anything else that comes in a similar sized box ( or from a matching production line…). A great thing to think about is how you can make your garden more welcoming to the natural predators of slugs and snails," Hayley explains. "Provide food and water for birds, and install a 'hedgehog highway' hole if you don't have one already. A pond is a great wildlife-friendly addition to a garden, and will attract frogs and toads that will help keep your slug numbers down."

Of course, if you find this isn’t working, it may be a good idea to enlist the help of a professional pest control company to ensure that all of the slugs have vacated the premises. FAQs Why am I getting slugs in my house?My older planters have 6 month old copper mesh barriers and I have yet to notice any obvious decrease in effectiveness with oxidation/dirt, but if there down the road maybe I can mitigate it with a firm wire brush scrub. Copper tapes are the easiest solution to eliminate all slugs from your house. However, they are less effective than expanding foams and sealants. The green patina developed on copper metal over time is a copper carbonate salt and could be toxic. Another reason can be pet food. If your house is full of pet food scents, slugs may often make their way into your house. They are more likely to come on rainy nights as their sense of smell maximizes on these days.

Since the width of the tape seemed a bit too narrow, I glued three lines next to each other to create a 2-inch (5 cm) wide copper barrier. According to the RHS, some slug species have clear benefits for gardeners, such as the leopard slug, which eats fungi and rotting material, helping recycle garden nutrients. After this, you have to clearly and carefully apply the bait to such places. The slugs will be repelled by the smell of the bait. And once consumed will cause the slug to die within a few days. This makes sure that you never face any uncomfortable situation with slugs. If your surrounding environment is dry, diatomaceous earth can effectively kill slugs and other insects. However, it is not effective in wet places. You need to apply them in places where there is no moisture. If you have a damp house, you should directly sprinkle it over the slugs.

Copper tape can be used for multiple purposes and are flexible enough to suit every corner and gap of your house. The copper tapes are convenient to use and a better option because it just repels the slug and not kill it. How to Use Copper tape? As we already know, it is possible to stop slugs coming in the house. But what do you do when you already have some in the house? Well, Daniel has got you covered. If you have a damp basement, use a dehumidifier to prevent moisture accumulation and wet environments. Dampness is not good for your house structure either.