Pests in the home are a big problem because of all the inconvenience and discomfort they cause. Thus, there are many of them: termites, fruit mosquitoes, mites, etc. that appear at any time of the year and, some of them, deteriorate and spoil mattresses, furniture or food.
Therefore, it is very important to eradicate any type of pest or infection that we detect in our home as soon as possible. So in this article we will talk about woodworm, a xylophagous insect; that is, it gnaws and damages the wood.
What is woodworm?
Woodworm is a beetle insect of which there are several species. It is very small in size and dark in color. The larvae gnaw and bore into the wood, creating holes.
The woodworm, after digesting the wood, leaves a very characteristic dust. Any type of wooden furniture that we have at home can be affected by this insect.
How to eliminate woodworm?
Currently, there are different products that eliminate both larvae and adult woodworm effectively and prevent their reappearance.
They are sold in different formats (spray and liquid), they are very easy to apply and the best thing is that they are suitable for all types of wooden furniture.
Woodworm sprayer
This 500 milliliter spray is ideal for effectively eliminating woodworm. After applying it, it does not change the color of the wood or the stain.
Carcoma killer treatment
Its dual-action formula stands out: it destroys both woodworm and termites, and prevents their reappearance. It is effective on all types of wood and does not damage or stain furniture.
Anti-xylophagous treatment
This product penetrates perfectly into any type of wood and effectively eliminates woodworm. It can be applied with a brush to both indoor and outdoor furniture. The bottle contains 750 milliliters.
Woodworm removal spray
A colorless and odorless product that allows easy application on wood. It is curative and preventive; That is, it eliminates woodworm and prevents it from reappearing. The sprayer has 400 milliliters.
insecticide treatment
Very easy to apply both with a brush and a roller. It effectively kills woodworm and also helps prevent the appearance of fungus in the wood. After application it is advisable to varnish or use a wood protector.
Carcinoma killer
Durable, specific protection for interiors. This is this product that effectively eliminates woodworm and prevents its reappearance. It is ideal for furniture and can be easily applied with a brush.
Preventive and curative treatment against woodworm
It is recommended to apply two to three coats to furniture with a brush or sprayer. It is very effective against woodworm and its larvae. The boat has five liters of capacity.
Eliminate woodworm with vinegar
Vinegar can also be effective in removing woodworm. It is recommended to apply a glass of white vinegar (cleaning vinegar) with two tablespoons of alcohol all over the furniture, as well as any holes it has.
Then you have to cover the furniture with transparent paper and let it sit for a day. You have to repeat the process several times to see results.
White vinegar
Cleaning vinegar in spray format.
Alcohol
Isopropyl alcohol with 99.9% purity.
Transparent paper
The package includes 100 meters.
Types of woodworm
There are different types of woodworm. The most common are the following:
- Anobids: known as woodworm or wood beetle.
- Cerambicides: known as large woodworm.
- Lyctids: known as wood moth or parquet woodworm.
*All purchase prices included in this article are current as of March 15, 2024.
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