The Fly Inn FAQsUpdated 8 months ago

What types of bugs will The Fly Inn catch?

Did you know that there are over 16,000 types of flying insects, in North America alone? That's a lot! And fortunately for us, most of them are what we call Positively Phototactic. That means that they're attracted to light. Some of the more common ones you would find in your home are the housefly, fruit fly, gnat, garbage fly, blow fly and drain fly.

The Fly Inn is a simple mechanism designed to trap insects that are drawn to the light streaming in through our home's windows. So, in short, the Fly Inn will catch anything that flies into it, as it's sitting quietly on your window.

Where do I place The Fly Inn?

Flies, along with other flying insects, are attracted to light. You may have noticed that they gather at your windows based on that very fact.

In order to capitalize on this, the Fly Inn traps are designed to be placed on your windows. Using them elsewhere won't yield the results you're after. We recommend placing the traps along the bottom edge of your window, so that flies and other insects are more likely to fly into the wide mouth and get caught.

To place the traps, you will want to identify your most high-bug-traffic windows. Choose windows that seem to be high traffic or "popular hangouts" for bugs. Then, ensure the glass is clean, and the suction cups are slightly damp for maximum suction power. Follow the directions on the packaging to get the Fly Inn situated, and let it do the work.

How often should I replace The Fly Inn inserts?

Since the Fly Inn traps use the simple technique of trapping insects on their sticky glue, they are good as long as they're still sticky. Once they're full (we leave that to your discretion), the sticky insert can be replaced.

The advantage to this is that there are no chemical odors being introduced into your home. No pesticides. No insecticides. No smells. No toxins.

You can sit back and enjoy peace of mind as your traps do all the catching for you, looking stylish silhouette to boot.

Why are flies attracted to light?

Out of the 16,000+ varieties of flying insects, in North America, most of them are what we call Phototactic. This phenomenon is called Positive Phototaxis (scientific speak for "drawn to light sources"). The inverse is Negative Phototaxis, demonstrated when certain bugs run away from the light.

It is not yet discovered exactly why and how this works, but Scientists believe that it's because flying insects use light, such as the sun and the moon, for navigation.

If the sticky glue got on something, how do I clean it?

If the trap's glue ends up on your skin, don't worry—it's non-toxic, though quite sticky.

To remove it, apply vegetable oil to the affected area and gently rub it in. Then, cleanse the area with soap and warm water. You may need to repeat this process to completely remove the glue.

When the glue gets on any surface in your home, you can use a few drops of oil and then wash with soap and warm water, just like with your skin. You can also use any standard glue-remover purchased at your local retailer. Please follow directions as indicated by the manufacturer.

We have found that the glue does not easily adhere to fabric. However, in the off-chance that it does get on your fabric or textile surfaces, the use of oil is not recommended. Instead, you can use vinegar, acetone, alcohol, or even certain fabric stain removers. Using a cotton ball, dab the glue with the liquid of your choice. Try to saturate the glue, while avoiding the fabric as much as you can. Dab and rub until the glue is gone, then wash as normal, if applicable.