The first problem is that many cleaners—like vinegar and dish soap—don't actually work (unless you were to somehow find and drown all the bed bugs hiding throughout your home). The next problem is that the cleaners that do work—like bleach and Lysol can ruin your upholstered furniture and carpeting.

What kills bed bugs immediately?

The high temperature of steam 212°F (100°C) immediately kills bed bugs. Apply steam slowly to the folds and tufts of mattresses, along with sofa seams, bed frames, and corners or edges where bed bugs may be hiding. Be careful though, steam may damage some finishes and keep steam away from electricity.

What home remedy will kill bed bugs?