if i am seeing moth holes in sweaters and my cleaners says that they see "larvae" in my wool coats, is it sufficient to just use these hangers?
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Probably not, the purpose is to repel and prevent moths, who make caterpillars/ larvae from setting up camp in your woolens, so you would essentially be shutting the barn door after the horse got out. You will probably have to fumigate your closets to combat healthy thriving moth populations. Have your garments treated professionally, and keep all your woolens in moth proof garment bags.
1465507
Unfortunately, the cedar repels adult moths. Larvae are the sweater eaters, and they require further measures. I still recommend the cedar hangers, but they aren't the whole amswer where there is infestation. we may both need a specialist.
1465508
i suggest going to riteaid and getting stronger cedar scented mothball hangars. they are much more effective, especially for a severe infestation. you may need to use a defogger as an initial treatment. didnt your dry cleaner suggest a method to rid yourself of these pests? he should have. i hope this helps. the cedar green products are more of a maintenance product than a treatment solution in my experience.
1465509
I really don't know.I really don't know.I got them for insurance.So far so good.
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I really don't know, I haven't had them long enough yet unfortunately. I never really had a big moth problem, I was trying to prevent any moths from getting at the clothing, so I don't know that I'm going to be a good resource for giving an assessment on this. I think pretty much anything would lose effectiveness after about a year, though maybe not actual traditional white moth balls - but those are full of strong-smelling chemicals.
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I have one in a book case and it catches moths. These are not as effective as another brand I've used but they are pretty good.
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Anisa, I have never had a problem with MOTH, but I can tell you these bags close very tightly. I am very happy with them. Evelyn
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I'm not sure. I've been told that moths are not attracted to silk. I can't imagine the Wool & Cashmere Shampoo would damage your delicates. I use Dreft the liquid baby detergent on many of my silk dry cleanables. However, I have noticed there is a difference in the appearance after hand washing. For instance, my black silk is noticeably lighter in color, dull & faded. I have used Wool & Cashmere Shampoo on my undergarments and they've come out fine every time. I'm sorry I do not have a clear answer. I hope this helps.
1994651
Yeah there's a slit at the top to let the hangers out, bugs could easily get in but it's got a cedar block in the back to discourage moths and bugs. I expect there's some sort of spray or something you could use around the area to keep bugs out though. Apart from that it is sealed, hope this helps
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These will probably work just fine. I would only suggest letting them air out for a bit. I feel like products like these can have a plastic/disinfectant smell for a while. I doubt you want your winter wear taking that on.
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I don't let them hang. I sew them to the inside of their collar. That way I know they are touching them correctly. I put them end to end lining the holes up and sew through the holes to the collar.
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I don't know that these actually totally get rid of the moths. I believe they only catch the male moths which has left us with continual moths for years now. We don't seem to have them in the winter but in the spring they come back out. I would say the traps helped control the population and the traps will let you know how bad the problem is. In one room, I have a trap completely full and in another room only a couple in a period of a couple weeks so that lets me know where to put cedar and steam clean thoroughly. I can't seem to get rid of every one though. Just when I think they are gone, I see one. I don't know that these actually totally get rid of the moths. I believe they only catch the male moths which has left us with continual moths for years now. We don't seem to have them in the winter but in the spring they come back out. I would say the traps helped control the population and the traps will let you know how bad the problem is. In one room, I have a trap completely full and in another room only a couple in a period of a couple weeks so that lets me know where to put cedar and steam clean thoroughly. I can't seem to get rid of every one though. Just when I think they are gone,... » Read More I don't know that these actually totally get rid of the moths. I believe they only catch the male moths which has left us with continual moths for years now. We don't seem to have them in the winter but in the spring they come back out. I would say the traps helped control the population and the traps will let you know how bad the problem is. In one room, I have a trap completely full and in another room only a couple in a period of a couple weeks so that lets me know where to put cedar and steam clean thoroughly. I can't seem to get rid of every one though. Just when I think they are gone, I see one. « Show Less
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I just keep up on it with windex and a wrag. If they get nasty and pitted you can use windex with some "0000" steel wool and it will shine them up nice without scratching them. Make sure its "0000" tho
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Yes....I have them stacked in my closet,using them for sweaters,etc. they work very well for me.
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I doubt that they would solve your problem because silverfish are tough to get rid of. I suggest an exterminator before any damage is done to clothing, etc. I use the cedar balls strictly for the clean aroma they provide in drawers.
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I hang all of my suit jackets and light coats with no issues. Heavy winter jackets might not work. I have a few light sweaters still hanging after putting most away for the summer and have had no issues with bulges. Anything with a small neckline is better off with a plastic hangar (ie turtle necks), as far as ease of hanging.
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I think you'd be best not to. It's quite nice just as is. If I were going to wash it and not dry clean as recommended, I'd avoid any agitation. Wash in bathtub, drip dry. The wool isn't going to get more lofty, but you'd risk making it clump up in the dryer.
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I hang my cotton and or polyester pants on them and they haven't shown creases. My husband doesn't use them for his so I wouldn't know about wool pants.
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I beleive so. My closets don't have doors at all and it worked on the clothes moths. I spray it in and around the closet and clothes. Doesn't harm the clothes.You do have to spray every couple of months and use traps. The moths are the most difficult pest to eradicate.
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I have not....but I wouldn't try it unless you are willing to have it be ruined. Ever wash a wool sweater in the machine? The combination of water and friction causes the wool to "felt," which makes it shrink and get dense. Since the wool filling is inside a cotton cover, it seems that it would get enough friction to felt, and it's not like you can comb it out. You might be left with a lots-o-lumps comforter. And since the cover is 100% cotton that could shrink too. Also, the wool would soak up so much water and it could become so heavy it might damage your machine, or the water may never spin out and you could be left with a moldy mess. If you just want to freshen it up, hang it in the sun (if you are in an area that has sun this time of year!) or throw it in the dryer on extra low (if you have it) or fluff, and add a sachet of lavender, or a rag that has your favorite essential oils dripped on it. Try to avoid putting a dryer sheet in there, dryer sheets contain chemicals that can coat the fibers. If you had a spill or something, treat it like you would carpet with spot treating and a mild soap. Try to dab instead of scrubbing. Or look for a "green" dry cleaner such as Blue Sky. Sorry I can't give you a definite answer, but my experience with washing machine disasters has taught me caution!