Against silverfish and bearded critters: Reusable moisture-absorbing beads with color change indicator
Against silverfish and bearded critters: Reusable moisture-absorbing beads with color change indicator
Silica gel moisture absorbent beads with a color change from blue to pink when the beads are filled with moisture and should be dried.
This product can be reused MANY times. Do not throw it away after the color change - the beads just need to be dried. If the moisture bead turns pink, just expose it to sunlight (e.g. on the windowsill) or place it in the microwave and "bake" it on low heat for 40 seconds to restore it to blue. After this, the balls are ready again to reduce the humidity in your home and thus remove, among other things, bearded dragons and silverfish.
Why moisture reduction against silverfish and bearded dragon etc.?
Low humidity can have a positive effect on removing silverfish from one's living environment. Silverfish are small insects that thrive in moist and humid environments. When the humidity is low, it becomes significantly more difficult for silverfish to survive and reproduce.
Here are some ways low humidity can help eliminate silverfish:
- Drier environment: Silverfish thrive in areas with high humidity as they depend on moisture to breathe and reproduce. When humidity is low, their habitat dries out, making it less attractive for them to stay in your home.
- Reduced breeding space: Silverfish lay eggs in damp and dark corners and cracks. With lower humidity, there are fewer suitable places for them to lay eggs and breed.
- Reduced food availability: Silverfish eat starchy materials such as paper, book spines and textiles. As humidity drops, these materials can become dry and less attractive as food sources for silverfish.
To achieve lower humidity and thus remove silverfish, it can be useful to use dehumidifiers in the areas where silverfish often occur. In addition, it is important to make sure that there are no leaks or moisture problems in your home, as this can contribute to high humidity. By creating a drier and less humid environment, you can reduce the presence of silverfish and minimize the risk of infestation.
About the reusable silica gel absorbent beads:
Material: Silica gel beads
Box size: 5.5x5.5x2.5cm
The package contains: 1 box of silica gel beads
NOTES:
- Upon receipt, the blue beads will quickly turn pink because the humidity difference between the shipping package and the home is high. This is a natural reaction that subsides after a few hours/days.
- When heating in the microwave, start with low to medium heat and heat for a fixed time of 40-50 seconds to avoid excessive heat that can melt the moisture beads.
- After several times of use, they will naturally become smaller and fewer, which is a normal oxidation process. You don't have to worry about it, but you might want to consider ordering a new box soon :)