Tip: Before you use any of the products we recommend below, get rid of any severely damaged clothes and clean out the closet and the remaining clothes (get them dry cleaned). Then place the moth killer in the closet. For extra protection, place premium natural fabric clothes in garment bags or airtight clothes bins. We recommend cleaning out your closet first to get rid of the moths and larvae. If you have a serious infestation, call a professional exterminator. The manufacturer says the moth killer lasts up to 6 months, though many customers say the automatic end of life indicator (the word END) displays sooner than that. But you should get at least three months of moth protection from it.

Cedar wood rings can be used for years. Some require regular sanding down to refresh the cedar scent. C. Safety The most effective way to kill the moths is using an insecticide. Today, there are safer moth killers than the older naphthalene moth balls that have since been discontinued.

Conclusion

Moths have excellent taste in clothes, only they like eating clothes rather than wearing them. Moths can cause hundreds and even thousands of pounds worth of damage to your clothes if you’re not careful, so you need to know how to deal with them. We hope this article has helped you find some great moth killer products. If you’re looking for something to protect clothes in drawers, we’d recommend Acana’s Moth Killer & Freshener Sachets. They’re very easy to use and should protect your clothes for three months before they need replacing. Insecticides don’t just repel clothes moths; they kill them. On the downside, they are potentially harmful for humans and animals. You have to use them with extreme care and follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Wash them at an appropriate temperature, and dry them on a high heat if the care label says you can do this. If the clothing can’t be dried on a high heat, you can try putting the clothing in the freezer for a couple of days to kill eggs.

If you are planning to use the moth killer in a closet that’s away from kids, pets and common areas of the house, you can use an insecticide. Most customers have found that laying the boards flat is the most effective method. It traps more moths compared to hanging the boards. Zero In mothballs contain the insecticide, transfluthrin. So you need to be careful when handling it. Keep it out of reach of children and pets. The lavender scent these sachets give off is a lovely touch that means your clothes won’t smell musty after they’ve been in storage for a while. In this buying guide, we recommend the best moth killers and give you tips on how to choose the best one for your home. Key Considerations When Choosing a Moth Killer A. Type of Moth Killer/RepellentMoths are more likely to be attracted to your clothes if they have spills or bits of food in them, so you should wash clothes before putting them in your wardrobe. Once the dreaded clothes moths have moved into your home, it’s almost impossible to get rid of them, and that’s where our Moth Stop range comes in. Tried, tested and here to make moth prevention easy, it’s also scientifically proven to kill both clothes moths and carpet moths and – more importantly – their eggs and garment-munching larvae. If you prefer a non-insecticide alternative, lavender and cedar fragrances are also good repellents of clothes moths. To kill moths, spray it inside cupboards, wardrobes, and drawers. DO NOT spray directly on clothes, or any fabric.