From crafting to cleaning, it's hard for something to be as useful as borax. This chemical salt (not to be confused with ...

Because certain types of ants are drawn to greasy substances, the foolproof ingredient in this formula is shortening. In a small bowl or cup, mix 1 tablespoon of borax (a laundry booster related ...

Every spring, it happens – the warm weather arrives, and the ants come marching two-by-two into our kitchen, porch, and ...

Along with cleaning laundry, Borax — also known as sodium borate — is a natural mineral that will kill any ants that ingest it. Mix Borax with equal parts water and sugar to make a syrup ...

Nieckol Cook, member of the Citizens Caring for Clearlake group, discussed the history of Borax Lake and also its plans for ...