Horrifying bed bug hack reveals creepy crawlies hiding in plain sight
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As you gear up for your next holiday, the looming threat of bed bugs is probably on your mind. More than just a minor nuisance, these pests can ruin your break and follow you all the way home. That’s why it’s important to know how to spot these insects, including the ones hiding in plain sight.
Their name gives away the most common place you'll find them, in the sheets. But they can also lurk on bed frames, mattresses, clothing, furniture, behind pictures and under loose wallpaper. While no bigger than a pinhead, bed bugs can wreak a world of havoc. In addition to causing itchy welts, bed bug bites can lead to skin rashes and allergic reactions. They are also notorious for their heightened ability to spread and breed quickly—especially in warmer months. That’s why when it comes to bed bugs, avoiding them is far preferable to dealing with what’s likely to be a costly extermination process.
These pests can be incredibly difficult to spot given their small size and tendency to thrive in spaces like furniture seams and mattresses. The NHS says they can vary in colour, and could be dark yellow, red or brown. Adults are around 5mm long. But there is one thing you can do to make these sneaky pests more visible. This TikTok hack reveals the first thing you should do before putting down your bags and unpacking on holiday.
Your room should be fitted with an iron. You’ll want to plug it into an outlet near the bed. A travel iron, if packed, will also do the job. Remove the pillows and pull down all blankets, leaving only the bed covers. Once the iron is fully heated, thoroughly iron the top corner of your bed. Just the corner will do. The goal isn’t to exterminate bed bugs but to reveal their presence.
