Aphids on Houseplants

Question

Very suddenly have aphids on maidenhair ferns and African violets. How do I control without getting furniture wet? (oil spray or just soap and water, I think it is called soap spray?)

Answer 1

These articles should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/homemade-aphid-control-a-natural-way-to-kill-aphids.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm