Battling the moths: what do you do?

[bourbonbasted]



Will there ever be a time when moth and human can live in harmony?

There's only one thing to do - learn the language of the moths, earn their trust, and breed with their women. And in time our differences will be forgotten.

 

[Agatha Crusty]

To do this we would have to reach common ground and experience each other's habits and culture. I just don't don't know if I can bring myself to eat a cashmere sweater or tweed coat.

 

[bourbonbasted]



To do this we would have to reach common ground and experience each other's habits and culture. I just don't don't know if I can bring myself to eat a cashmere sweater or tweed coat.

We spend enough time looking at the clothes... "Don't just stare at it, EAT IT!"

 

[WoodBlocks]

Observe cleanliness. It isn't just the moths but moth eggs as well. These eggs can be carried by the air and blow in your home through the window. Clean all window moldings and sills.
Clean the floor especially near windows and doors. In summer, don't leave a bright light on in your closet room or bedroom at night. It only attracts more moths. With your hanging garments (suits, sport coats, etc) get your hands inbetween each garment and gently agitate the garments. Moths don't like to be disturbed so if you rotate your stock and periodically agitate the garments you will see if anything was hiding in there. I also agree with the advice give thus far by others. I personally hate Napthalene (moth balls) and so Thank you DWF for the suggestion of cedar oil. I'll have to look into buying some of that.

This is absolutely right. The best way is to keep them away with a proper storage routine. Cedar will fade over time and it does not kill, it only repels moths. Also, the quantity of cedar needed depends on the quality and age.