This is one of the recommended sprays. I put a gazebo next to my ...
925704
I did some research and found that many day/play care centers must spray fire retardant on their curtains and such. This is one of the recommended sprays. I put a gazebo next to my house for a hot tub and to keep the roof from blowing off and tearing, we put a grass, tiki top on it. This makes us feel a lot better about the grass top next to our house.
4383045
I live in Arizona where shade cover is a necessity, and I found the Abba Garden Gazebo to be just the ticket for providing cover and protection from the blistering mid-day sun.

It only took my Brother and I 1-1/2 hours to assemble the Gazebo with the easy to follow instructions that came with this Gazebo, and we both appreciated the 6.6 foot sidewall height, which left plenty of room without concern for bumping our heads on anything and the Gazebo was large enough to accommodate a patio table and six chairs.

The sturdy steel legs and slant poles make this Gazebo capable of withstanding almost anything the elements might deliver, and I anticipate enjoying using this Gazebo for many years.  Another plus is the portable aspect of this excellent Gazebo, which makes it easy for one or two people to move it around.

The beige polyester shade cover goes well with the rest of my backyard and does not clash with the color of my home, it blends in perfectly, and the strong bungee cord fasteners make it easy to dissemble for storage or moving it to another location like a company gathering or any other outdoor or indoor event.

I am completely satisfied with this Gazebo and would recommend it to anyone that enjoys the comfort and protection it provides outdoors, and that is the reason I am giving this product my five star rating.
4539191
My dogs have been infested with ticks lately and I really hate putting dangerous pesticides on them especially because they are both under 20 lbs. This product seems to work good, my only gripe is that you need to spray them down every single time. It only is a short term fix. I did eventually resort back to Advantix because I started finding ticks on me too. But this can be used as a supplement since it's safe in between treatments. When we are about to go on walks or when it's really bad tick season I'll give them a good spray. I actually think it smells pretty good too!
4351132
I keep a bottle in my car and a bottle in my day pack -- this spray is amazing! I spend a lot of time in the great woodlands of the northeastern USA, where ticks, gnats, and black flies are a constant bother. A few spritzes of this on keeps the bugs at bay. It smells lovely, too -- no funky chemicals. We even keep a bottle in the cabinet at work, and we use it for in-a-pinch perfume and air freshener -- it doesn't bother our chemical-sensitive colleagues. Gentle enough for my dogs, as well!
3761316
I would recommend this and suggest you follow the directions. I was having severe deer issues eating all leaves off bushes and plants. This was suggested and i sprayed as directed and again the second week. I have not seen any deer around nor even foot prints of their existence during the night hours. I think it is a little costly, but highly effective. Be careful not to get this on you due to the intense odor initially. Once it is sprayed, it is barely noticeable to human for a few hours.
2688633
This spray was recommended as a must for those that have animals.  It is easy to apply if they have an irritation of any kind.on their skin.
1215966
This is the best deer repellent of several I've tried in recent years.  It doesn't have the horrendous odor that some of the other repellents have, is easy to measure out and use  and is highly effective when applied as directed.  I like to do my spraying  about 3:30PM on a sunny afternoon.  The product needs to dry to have staying power.  The directions call for several applications at first which can then be tapered off and used periodically thereafter.  I had a doe and two fawns visiting when I first applied this. I found that reapplications were needed after tropical storms.  Because we had eight inches of rain in May, and I have a sizable vegetable garden,  I used the entire 32 ounces in about a month.  I re-ordered, then the doe disappeared  not sure if a traffic fatality or just busy with neighbors gardens who don't use Nature's Mace.

Garden was trouble free  in June and most of July, but the big test has started  it's melon season here. Every critter  deer, fox, raccoon, ground hog, (you get the idea) seem to go nuts over the melon patch and now the melons are sending off waves of irresistable perfumes to any and all critters.  Eat me!  So I have resumed the spray program.  I can report that unlike last year, no full size melon has completely disappeared over night as was the case several times last year.  Hard to believe, but that happened several times.  In two cases of particularly large, County Fair winning sized melons, I did find a piece of rind about the size of a dessert plate and a big pile of seeds.

Something seems to be working to slow 'em down at least this year.
1510557
I have many deer that pass through my backyard always looking for something to munch on (with my hostas always being their top choice). My experience with this product has been very good but you need to follow the instructions and apply weekly initially and after it rains. It seems like a lot of trouble but it really doesn't take long at all.  After a few applications, you don't have to spray as often.  I had the larger sprayer initially but it disintegrated after a few seasons, and it seemed to clog often.  While you have to fill this small one more often, it is much easier to use and I haven't had any problems with the sprayer clogging. It is stinky but the smell dissipates after a day.  I like that the product is not harmful to my dogs (they think it smells good!).
1138347
I spent a week in Mexico doing a lot of outdoor activities and had no trouble with bug bites at all. I put this on after showering or swimming and reapplied every 5-6 hours. The smell is pleasant and it doesn't feel greasy, so I still felt clean with it on. Great alternative to DEET bug spray.
4638095
Although it is nice to have something to protect me from all kinds of bugs in the Spring and Summer, it is still Winter here and I have a bug struggle that has been driving me crazy.  I read that Repel was good against fleas and I knew I had to try it right away.

I have been having trouble with fleas this winter more than any other time.  They love to bite my ankles while I work on my computer and nothing I have tried has made them go away for long.  Until we can open up our house and do some work to get them out of the house, I had to find a way to get them to stop biting me.

I took the can outside, and sprayed one foot only, leaving the other without any spray.

WHAT IS THIS SPRAY LIKE?
-Recommended for outside use
-Great locking cap to keep the nozzle from clogging
-Goes on somewhat wet and takes a couple of minutes to completely dry
-Has texture that reminds me of the finish on apples in the grocery store- shiny a tiny bit of slip, but still dry
-Subdued odor which fades over time
-Has a cool menthol feeling at first on my skin the first half hour or so of application

HOW WELL DOES THIS SPRAY WORK?
I have to say that the fleas were trying to jump on my unsprayed foot, but my sprayed foot and leg they stayed away from.  I later sprayed my other leg and they did not bother me at all the rest of the day.  This is fantastic for me, as nothing has been working and I really needed some help.

THE BOTTOM LINE
When spraying, do so outside lightly on the skin or clothing surface and although a bit cooling on bare skin at first, it dries to a finish with a little shine but dry.  I have found it to be very effective against fleas without bothersome smell.  I have a highly sensitive nose to odors and this did not bother me at all.  I plan to use it until we can get the flea problem eradicated.  I look forward to black fly season to use it then as well. The can design is great.  Five stars from me!
1144517
I use this when I go out in my yard full of mosquitos and it works like a charm. I mix a few drops with some coconut oil and rub it on. Wonderful!. I must warn you the scent smell strong with the citronella, but I don't mind it.
1274976
Very effective, and it is nice to have a bug spray (which we need here in in Wisconsin) that is free of toxic ingredients. A little goes a long way. The smell is a bit strong, but not unpleasant; it doesn't bother me. It has become our go-to bug spray, relieved us of a bit of worry about what we put on our body.
4790031
I love this bug spray. I love the smell. I love that it is safe for my whole family. I found though if you can't smell it it won't work. We had to reapply like every hour for it to remain effective.
4493796
I recently tried this spray and loved it. I am always getting bit by mosquitoes and bugs. I think this spray worked great. It's definitely got a fresh aroma of herbs and essential oils and is noticeable but not too strong or overpowering or irritating. The size of the bottle gives you enough to last a long time too. I like that it's all natural and it's not harmful to my skin or body and I can use it on my kids too. It's perfect for use anytime. It didn't make my skin feel sticky and gross or leave a film. I definitely recommend.
I did receive this product for free but the experience and opinions expressed are my own and my only compensation was this product.
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My wife and I used Cutter's Natural Insect Repellant recently while entertaining with some friends on our back patio. I should also mention that we live in the Midwest and our Spring and Summer seasons are rife with mosquitoes. I am, for whatever reason, apparently a mosquito version of a buffet because in any typical outdoor setting I will be targeted more than my wife and typically more than other people around me.

My usual routine for a night on our back patio is a heavy application of Off or another brand personal insect repellent in conjunction with Citronella candles/tiki torches. That has mostly worked though I am always loathe to apply Off (or similar) because of the chemicals in those products.

Cutter's Natural Insect Repellent doesn't have DEET and as described on the bottle, uses natural ingredients to keep the bugs away. I gave this product 4/5 stars because it mostly worked just fine. I did discover later that night that a few insect bites on my legs were present. For my use I think the tradeoff is pretty simple - a few bug bites (but not a lot) and no chemicals that I have to worry about. The Cutter spray does have a pleasant vanilla odor which is also a nice change from Off.

I think I just found my new favorite bug spray. Recommended!
2464997
I purchased this bug spray for my family to use.  After I read the Cosmetic Safety Data Base website, I've become a tad paranoid.  I don't want to expose my family to unnecessary toxins.  spray it on my hand and rub it on my children's skin rather than spraying it on.

I live in Minnesota - and if you have ever spent a summer evening in this state, you'll know how horrendous the mosquitoes can be.  I have used this on 3 separate occasions and so far it seems to be working.  I'll be taking my kiddos to a fireworks show next weekend, so it'll really be put to the test then (and I'll update to tell everyone how it worked.)  I'll be bringing along some DEET spray just in case, but I'm hoping that this will work by itself.

The smell of this spray is quite strong.  My oldest came outside right after I put it on my baby and could smell it from 6 feet away.  It's not a horrible smell, but I guess I don't find it as pleasant as some reviewers did.  It also was a little hard to wash the smell out of hair and clothes.  Since it works, I don't mind using it - but if I do find another alternative that works with a better scent, I would make the switch.

Update:  This product has passed the test.  I usually get at least a few mosquito bites when attending fireworks shows, fairs, etc.  I can honestly say that when my family and I attended the last fireworks show, nobody in my family suffered from a single bite.  Seriously - not a single one.  :)

2nd Update:  I've used up the last of the bottle this spring, and it is still working.  However, I'm now finding the scent to be unpleasant now that I'm pregnant again.  I know that my last update stated that my family was able to use this and remain completely free of bites.  I've now found that in order for this to be completely effective, you really have to use a liberal amount of this.  Again, I still think it's worth it, but just be warned if you are sensitive to strong odors.
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I have purchased this before -This is a good product - Just make sure you hang it AWAY from the area you want to keep clear of flies. It has a bad odor which attracts the flies. You don't want that bad odor in your patio area.