How to Get Rid of Termites From Furniture
WouterTermites are a very dangerous pest. They feed on wood, and can ruin your furniture, particularly expensive wooden pieces. The insects can also leave behind tunnels in the wood.
Fortunately, it is possible to get rid of termites and their infestation. The first step is to find out whether you have a termite problem. If you suspect that you have a termite infestation, there are a few signs you can look for.
Signs include mud tubes, frass, and buckling paint. If you see any of these signs, you should get the furniture treated immediately.
Termites are tiny insects. They love dark, damp places. Often, they enter through construction gaps. They can live in your home for years without you realizing it. If you suspect you have a termite problem, it is best to call a professional pest control exterminator.
Once you’ve determined you have a problem, you can either treat the wooden furniture yourself, or hire an exterminator to do it for you. An exterminator will use a poisonous gas that is penetrating to the pests, which will kill them.
Another option is to treat the infected wooden furniture with a surface treatment. This will help to control drywood termites. However, it may not eliminate the infestation completely.
You can also try to control a termite infestation using natural oils. Some of the oils, such as neem oil, contain a compound called d-limonene. If you use these oils, they should be applied repeatedly on the furniture until the colony is destroyed.
