Raid Moth Paper, Moth Killer an Repellent For Wardrobes And Drawers, 1 Pack (12 Sheets)

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Clothes moths hate light and being disturbed - their ideal location is with a plentiful food source for their larvae to eat (keratin, being the protein in animal based fibres), darker locations like closets, drawers and under furniture, which are also good locations for them to remain free to go through their lifecycle stages. Other likely locations that avoid what clothes moths hate are attics and spare bedrooms that are rarely used. What is the best moth repellent? It is important to understand that to get rid of moths naturally will take longer than using pesticide treatments but can be done with patience. If there are only adult clothes or pantry moths flying in your home, then moth traps will likely achieve this over time as they take the male moths out of the breeding cycle and reduce the population progressively. However, if you have damage to clothing or home textiles, or an infestation in your pantry, you will need to take fast action on clearing out and treating infested clothing or foods, and then thoroughly cleaning the location of the infestation to eliminate any remaining eggs or larvae. Continue to defend through the use of moth traps and natural repellents. If you need to get rid of moths naturally when your carpets that have been infested, consider use of our natural carpet moth killer kits. What temperature kills clothes moths?

We are so sorry to read about your moth problem, we know how frustrating and distressing this can be. Insect traps are designed with the behaviour of the target insect in mind. Fly traps are designed with attractants that flies like and to be placed where flies are likely to be flying or landing. Clothes moths do not behave the same way as flies. They are shy creatures that seek dark undisturbed places where they can eat natural fibres and lay their eggs in peace. There are over 2,500 species of moths in the UK, butonly six of these species eat clothing. These includethe Common Clothes Moth and the Case Bearing Clothes Moth. These aren't the moths you see flitting around at night, but the ones you don't see.Our unique Clothes Moth Pheromone Traps are designed to be used either hung in closets or placed on shelves - the integral hanger gives you this versatility. It is not the moths themselves that cause textile damage; it is their larvae (like small white caterpillars) that eat the keratin in natural animal-based fibres (think wool, cashmere, silk, mohair, soft leather, feathers etc.). The keratin is a protein which gives them nourishment and enables them to grow to the point of pupation where they turn into clothes moths. The larvae will hatch from the many eggs (up to 200) that the female clothes moth will lay on suitable food source (ideally an expensive cashmere sweater!).

Moth repellents are formulated to deter moths and keep them away, so if your moth problem is severe, it might be worth investing in one of these for an efficient but effective solution. For a more humane alternative, there are some scents that naturally deter moths which you can incorporate into your home, like lavender and cedarwood. Positioning of the Traps is important. They need to be 3-6 feet above carpet level. If you have any other moth deterrents placed nearby they can distract from the Traps. You have been diligent in protecting your wardrobe from moths, but unfortunately that's not the only place they can infest. The winged creatures often lay their eggs in carpets, preferably in areas where the larvae can hatch and feed undisturbed; such as on keratin in the wool. They feed on damp surfaces, clothing, and bedding. They like the same environments as booklice do, so a large number of them is an indication of a moisture problem in the house. Perhaps a leaking pipe below the floor or insufficient ventilation to reduce humidity levels can be a reason why these pests appear in the first place. This again can be especially true if you're drying washing indoors. Moths are attracted to light and will enter your home if a light is on and they have an easy way to enter,' explains pest control expert Robert. 'For example, leaving a window open with a light on could attract a moth or a few moths into your home. However, if you have a lot of moths in your home, they’re likely coming because they’re drawn to something else in your home.Also, I stitched the paper on the sewing machine to add another dimension to the paper moths. The stitches were used to outline the wing shapes and on the larger winged moth to add veins. So clothes moth traps are best used in warmer weather (normally 65 degrees or more) but there may still be the need to use treatments where larvae are still causing damage outside warmer times. Where do Clothes Moths Come From? If you require more information it can be found in this article How to Maximise the Effectiveness of Your Moth Traps.