Help! Moths in My Closet!

Finding moths in your closet can be a catastrophe. Most population just kill the moths or remove them from the closet and think that they are home free. Nothing could be supplementary from the truth. Moths can feed on all types of garments in your closet, but it is honestly the moth larvae that you should fear. Moth larvae or eggs could even attract more moths to your closet.
Larvae can destroy article after article of your clothing. Wool is the main fabric at risk. Even wool blends in socks, dress pants and sweaters can be a prime feeding ground for these little creatures. They also like silk, cashmere and a few other types of clothing. Fabrics derived from animal fibers are most succeptable, but some synthetics are also loved by moth larvae. If you find even one moth in your closet, then you need to take action.

Take all out of your closet and vacuum the carpet. Wipe down walls and look for cracks or crevaces where moths might get into your closet again. Wash or dry clean all of your clothes. Unscented detergent is best. Smells, good or bad, can attract clothes moths to your closet again. Store all of your out of season clothes in air tight bags or containers. You may even find clothing storehouse bags that are specifically made to keep moths out.

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Moths are not necessarily attracted to just any wool sweater. They are honestly attracted to smells proteins and oils that we leave on the wool. They can thrive on a sweater that was worn and then hung back in the closet. Our body oils, reminisce of sweat, perfumes and food particles contribute a excellent feeding ground for clothes moth larvae.

Never use moth balls in your closet. Moth balls produce a potent gas that used to be used regularly. Many health problems can arise from inhaling or ingesting moth balls. The fumes can permeate your clothing, drywall and carpet manufacture your closet a dangerous area for children and pets for a very long time. If you are pregnant or of child bearing age, it is extremely foremost not to come into palpate with moth balls. Talk to your physician if you have and be aware of all of the side effects.

A safe alternative to moth balls is cedar. Cedar sachets, cedar wooden clothes hangers or cedar wood shelves can repel moths and their larvae for years. Do not hang clothes that have been worn back in your closet and clean it out yearly. With a little cedar, spring cleaning and proper storage, you can keep your closet moth free.

Help! Moths in My Closet!