Fly Traps, Glue Boards and Shoe Covers

Fly traps and refills that fit one trap only

Many items here are refills, and refills are not interchangeable. A glue board, bait packet or ribbon is shaped and sized for a specific trap, so match the trap model and read what the pack contains. Listings state how many traps, baits or ribbons come in the pack, so check that count against what you need. Place traps where flies gather but away from where people sit and eat, in sun and out of strong wind, and replace baits and boards when they are full or dry.

Shoe covers by size, material and use

Shoe covers protect clean floors and, in animal areas, reduce the manure, mud and germs you carry from one building to the next. Sizes are listed as small to extra large and often by length, so pick covers that fit over your boots. Look for a non-slip sole if floors are wet, and a material that does not tear on first use. Put on a fresh pair at each entrance, since a covered boot that has walked through manure spreads it just as well.

Questions about Fly Traps, Glue Boards and Shoe Covers

Will a refill from another brand fit my fly trap?

Not reliably. Glue boards, bait pouches and ribbons are designed around a particular trap's size and fixings. Choose refills that list your trap's model, or measure the old board and holder before trying anything else.

Where should I hang a fly trap?

Put it near where flies breed or gather, such as animal areas, but away from doorways, feed and places where people eat. Flies favor warm, sunny, sheltered spots, so hang traps there at about head height, and keep them out of reach of pets and children.

How do I choose the right size of disposable shoe cover?

Match the size to your footwear. An extra-large cover fits over work boots, while a standard cover suits shoes. Check the length and width in the listing, and avoid covers so tight that they tear when you step.