{"id":8291645849770,"title":"Diatomaceous Earth","handle":"diatomaceous-earth","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiatomaceous earth 1 product dozens of uses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiatomaceous earth (DE) products are registered for use against\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/npic.orst.edu\/pest\/bedbug.html\" class=\"link-dark link-offset-2 link-underline-opacity-50\"\u003ebed bugs\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/npic.orst.edu\/pest\/roach.html\" class=\"link-dark link-offset-2 link-underline-opacity-50\"\u003ecockroaches\u003c\/a\u003e, crickets,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/npic.orst.edu\/pest\/flea.html\" class=\"link-dark link-offset-2 link-underline-opacity-50\"\u003efleas\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/npic.orst.edu\/pest\/tick\/index.html\" class=\"link-dark link-offset-2 link-underline-opacity-50\"\u003eticks\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/npic.orst.edu\/pest\/spiders.html\" class=\"link-dark link-offset-2 link-underline-opacity-50\"\u003espiders\u003c\/a\u003e, and many other\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/npic.orst.edu\/pest\/pestname.html\" class=\"link-dark link-offset-2 link-underline-opacity-50\"\u003epests\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eUse around the garden -  Does not harm earthworms, beneficial bacteria, or mycorrhizal fungi, making it safe for living soil ecosystems. Repells soil pests like fungus, gnats, grubs, and nematodes. Controls aphids, spider mites, whiteflies, and ants on plant surfaces. Helps plants grow stronger, more resilient, and disease-resistant. Boosts fruit and flower production by enhancing nutrient absorption A natural alternative to synthetic fertilisers and pesticides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eProtect your pets gut: Mix into pets food at 2% of food weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eProtect your pets against ticks,fleas and lice: Gently dust onto their coat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eNourish your garden soil \u0026amp; potted plants: Mix with potting \u0026amp; garden soil, dust onto leaves, stems \u0026amp; branches. Sprinkle onto soil around vegetables\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003ePet\/Puppy accidents: Sprinkle over the \"accident\" and vacuum up.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are thousands of non-pesticide products that contain diatomaceous earth. These include skin care products, toothpastes, foods, beverages, medicines, rubbers, paints, and water filters. The Food \u0026amp; Drug Administration lists diatomaceous earth as \"Generally Recognized as Safe\". \"Food grade\" diatomaceous earth products are purified. They may be used as anticaking materials in feed, or as clarifiers for wine and beer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cheader\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"h4\"\u003eHow does diatomaceous earth work against insects?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiatomaceous earth is not poisonous; it does not have to be eaten in order to be effective. Diatomaceous earth causes insects to dry out and die by absorbing the oils and fats from the cuticle of the insect's exoskeleton. Its sharp edges are abrasive, speeding up the process. It remains effective as long as it is kept dry and undisturbed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may be amazed as to its uses: \u003cspan\u003eDiatomaceous earth, formerly used principally as a filter in clarifying \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/science\/sugar-chemical-compound\" class=\"md-crosslink autoxref\" data-show-preview=\"true\"\u003esugar\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and syrups, has been adapted to almost all industrial \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan id=\"ref109343\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/science\/filtration-chemistry\" class=\"md-crosslink\" data-show-preview=\"true\"\u003efiltration\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e applications, including the processing of oils, alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages, antibiotics, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"md-dictionary-link md-dictionary-tt-off eb\" data-term=\"solvents\" href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/dictionary\/solvents\" data-type=\"EB\"\u003esolvents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and chemicals. \u003cbr\u003eA second major use is as a filler or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan id=\"ref109344\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eextender in paper, paint, brick, tile, ceramics, linoleum, plastic, soap, detergent, and a large number of other products. It also is used in the insulation of boilers, blast furnaces, and other devices in which high temperatures are maintained; at temperatures higher than 525° C (about 1,000° F) diatomaceous earth is a more efficient \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan id=\"ref109345\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/science\/insulator\" class=\"md-crosslink\" data-show-preview=\"true\"\u003einsulator\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e than asbestos or magnesia because it is more resistant to shrinkage and does not fail at red heat. \u003cbr\u003eOther uses include sound insulation and vehicles for herbicides and fungicides. The oldest and best known commercial use is as a very mild \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan id=\"ref109346\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/technology\/abrasive\" class=\"md-crosslink\" data-show-preview=\"true\"\u003eabrasive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in metal polishes and toothpaste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2025-11-11T10:48:32+02:00","created_at":"2025-11-11T10:36:47+02:00","vendor":"DLF","type":"Habitat","tags":["2025 Specials","DLF","Habitat","Husbandry","insect control","odour control"],"price":12500,"price_min":12500,"price_max":44000,"available":true,"price_varies":true,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":47614241145002,"title":"20Kg","option1":"20Kg","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"DLF-DE20","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":42774801842346,"product_id":8291645849770,"position":1,"created_at":"2025-11-11T10:38:49+02:00","updated_at":"2025-11-11T10:39:58+02:00","alt":null,"width":908,"height":1008,"src":"\/\/www.cleaninghub.co.za\/cdn\/shop\/files\/DE20Kg.jpg?v=1762850398","variant_ids":[47614241145002]},"available":true,"name":"Diatomaceous Earth - 20Kg","public_title":"20Kg","options":["20Kg"],"price":44000,"weight":20000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":-2,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"","featured_media":{"alt":null,"id":34140107440298,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.901,"height":1008,"width":908,"src":"\/\/www.cleaninghub.co.za\/cdn\/shop\/files\/DE20Kg.jpg?v=1762850398"}},"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]},{"id":47614241177770,"title":"2.5Kg","option1":"2.5Kg","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"DLF-DE2","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Diatomaceous Earth - 2.5Kg","public_title":"2.5Kg","options":["2.5Kg"],"price":12500,"weight":2500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/www.cleaninghub.co.za\/cdn\/shop\/files\/DE20Kg.jpg?v=1762850398"],"featured_image":"\/\/www.cleaninghub.co.za\/cdn\/shop\/files\/DE20Kg.jpg?v=1762850398","options":["Size"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":34140107440298,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.901,"height":1008,"width":908,"src":"\/\/www.cleaninghub.co.za\/cdn\/shop\/files\/DE20Kg.jpg?v=1762850398"},"aspect_ratio":0.901,"height":1008,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/www.cleaninghub.co.za\/cdn\/shop\/files\/DE20Kg.jpg?v=1762850398","width":908}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cp\u003eDiatomaceous earth 1 product dozens of uses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiatomaceous earth (DE) products are registered for use against\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/npic.orst.edu\/pest\/bedbug.html\" class=\"link-dark link-offset-2 link-underline-opacity-50\"\u003ebed bugs\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/npic.orst.edu\/pest\/roach.html\" class=\"link-dark link-offset-2 link-underline-opacity-50\"\u003ecockroaches\u003c\/a\u003e, crickets,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/npic.orst.edu\/pest\/flea.html\" class=\"link-dark link-offset-2 link-underline-opacity-50\"\u003efleas\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/npic.orst.edu\/pest\/tick\/index.html\" class=\"link-dark link-offset-2 link-underline-opacity-50\"\u003eticks\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/npic.orst.edu\/pest\/spiders.html\" class=\"link-dark link-offset-2 link-underline-opacity-50\"\u003espiders\u003c\/a\u003e, and many other\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/npic.orst.edu\/pest\/pestname.html\" class=\"link-dark link-offset-2 link-underline-opacity-50\"\u003epests\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eUse around the garden -  Does not harm earthworms, beneficial bacteria, or mycorrhizal fungi, making it safe for living soil ecosystems. Repells soil pests like fungus, gnats, grubs, and nematodes. Controls aphids, spider mites, whiteflies, and ants on plant surfaces. Helps plants grow stronger, more resilient, and disease-resistant. Boosts fruit and flower production by enhancing nutrient absorption A natural alternative to synthetic fertilisers and pesticides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eProtect your pets gut: Mix into pets food at 2% of food weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eProtect your pets against ticks,fleas and lice: Gently dust onto their coat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eNourish your garden soil \u0026amp; potted plants: Mix with potting \u0026amp; garden soil, dust onto leaves, stems \u0026amp; branches. Sprinkle onto soil around vegetables\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003ePet\/Puppy accidents: Sprinkle over the \"accident\" and vacuum up.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are thousands of non-pesticide products that contain diatomaceous earth. These include skin care products, toothpastes, foods, beverages, medicines, rubbers, paints, and water filters. The Food \u0026amp; Drug Administration lists diatomaceous earth as \"Generally Recognized as Safe\". \"Food grade\" diatomaceous earth products are purified. They may be used as anticaking materials in feed, or as clarifiers for wine and beer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cheader\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"h4\"\u003eHow does diatomaceous earth work against insects?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiatomaceous earth is not poisonous; it does not have to be eaten in order to be effective. Diatomaceous earth causes insects to dry out and die by absorbing the oils and fats from the cuticle of the insect's exoskeleton. Its sharp edges are abrasive, speeding up the process. It remains effective as long as it is kept dry and undisturbed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may be amazed as to its uses: \u003cspan\u003eDiatomaceous earth, formerly used principally as a filter in clarifying \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/science\/sugar-chemical-compound\" class=\"md-crosslink autoxref\" data-show-preview=\"true\"\u003esugar\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and syrups, has been adapted to almost all industrial \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan id=\"ref109343\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/science\/filtration-chemistry\" class=\"md-crosslink\" data-show-preview=\"true\"\u003efiltration\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e applications, including the processing of oils, alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages, antibiotics, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"md-dictionary-link md-dictionary-tt-off eb\" data-term=\"solvents\" href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/dictionary\/solvents\" data-type=\"EB\"\u003esolvents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and chemicals. \u003cbr\u003eA second major use is as a filler or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan id=\"ref109344\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eextender in paper, paint, brick, tile, ceramics, linoleum, plastic, soap, detergent, and a large number of other products. It also is used in the insulation of boilers, blast furnaces, and other devices in which high temperatures are maintained; at temperatures higher than 525° C (about 1,000° F) diatomaceous earth is a more efficient \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan id=\"ref109345\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/science\/insulator\" class=\"md-crosslink\" data-show-preview=\"true\"\u003einsulator\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e than asbestos or magnesia because it is more resistant to shrinkage and does not fail at red heat. \u003cbr\u003eOther uses include sound insulation and vehicles for herbicides and fungicides. The oldest and best known commercial use is as a very mild \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan id=\"ref109346\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/technology\/abrasive\" class=\"md-crosslink\" data-show-preview=\"true\"\u003eabrasive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in metal polishes and toothpaste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}