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How to eliminate moths/larvae infestation in carpet?

Bricriu · 2008-07-01 10:05:47

I have an infestation of moth larvae in a carpet. I intend disposing of the carpet but I will need to kill of the remaining larvae that will be left under skirting boards, in cracks, etc. before laying a new floor covering. I have failed to locate a powder/spray in Dublin to do this, though they are quite common in the…

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01-07-2008 11:05am

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Bricriu

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I have an infestation of moth larvae in a carpet. I intend disposing of the carpet but I will need to kill of the remaining larvae that will be left under skirting boards, in cracks, etc. before laying a new floor covering. I have failed to locate a powder/spray in Dublin to do this, though they are quite common in the U.S. (e.g. Suspend Sc).

Anyone please know where I would get a powder/spray, as I'm at my wit's end killing moths by swatting them, and vacuuming up larvae for the last 2 years.

Thanks.

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#2 01-07-2008 11:56am
CJhaughey

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Garden shops sell derris dust which kills insects you could try that.

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#3 01-07-2008 11:56am
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http://charlotteengelhardt.blogsome.com/2008/05/09/home-remedies-for-moths/

Good old fashioned moth balls are great! if you can source them.

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