There are 15,000 species of moth, only two of them eat clothes.
Clothes moths can damage a wardrobe investment, especially if there is a large infestation. The moths themselves do not eat wool and cashmere. The moths lay eggs, which hatch larvae. The larvae then eat the cashmere and wool for the nutrients they need. The fabric itself is not all that the larvae are after; they will find nourishment from food crumbs, drinks, sweat and even urine spots. Keeping your wardrobe clean is the first step in defending against clothes moths. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
1. Dry-clean wool and cashmere clothes that you fear may be in a moth-infested closet. Temperatures of 120 degrees and above will kill the eggs, larvae and any moths that stick around. If you cannot make it to the dry cleaners anytime soon, use a hot clothes iron on your clothes for a more instant death.
2. Wrap wool and cashmere clothes in plastic clothing bags that you can seal. If you do not have clothing bags, a plastic tub can be substituted. Make sure it is an airtight container and add fresh mothballs to it. The mothballs contain a chemical that will kill moths and larvae. Make sure to replace the mothballs frequently; the mothball will lose chemical killing power after several months. When using mothballs, make sure to lay out any clothing that you plan on wearing for a day prior to wearing it.
3. Place fresh cedar throughout your closet. Although the cedar does not kill moths, it will help keep moths away from your wardrobe. Sand down the cedar from time to time to keep the fresh cedar scent in your closet all the time. If the cedar has sat for awhile and is not giving off scent, the moths will be using your wardrobe for bringing up their larvae once again.
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