Do Fleas Ruin Furniture?
WouterIf you’re worried about fleas ruining your furniture, you need to know what they do and how to stop them. Fleas are crawling parasites that feed on the blood of their hosts and then lay their eggs. You can kill them using natural flea sprays or a flea powder. Diatomaceous earth is another option, but it will only kill fleas that come into contact with it. It also leaves the pupae and eggs alive.
The first step is to thoroughly vacuum the room to remove fleas from the floor. You need a vacuum with good suction. It should also have a rotating brush so you can get underneath baseboards. Vacuuming at least once a day will eliminate most of the flea eggs, larvae, and pupae.
Fleas may also lay eggs on your furniture or carpet. They can also live in your pet, so be extra vigilant. You can use a household vacuum or handheld vacuum to clean up any powder. It is best to use a soft bristled brush attachment. This will prevent damage to the wood. Using a vacuum with a bag is another option, but make sure you follow the manufacturer’s instructions. A dustpan and brush will also work to remove flea powder.
Fleas often live in carpets or cracks in your floor, so it’s important to thoroughly clean them. Fleas can also be found on clothing or bedding. If you have pets, you should also wash their bedding and toys.
