The best remedies for moths

The modern chemical industry offers a wide range of diverse anti-moth products. It is sometimes difficult to navigate this abundance. Moth parasitizes in premises, spoils food and clothing. Therefore, when choosing a remedy for moths in an apartment, first of all, it is necessary to pay attention to its safety for residents of housing - people, animals, indoor plants. If the place of residence is not Moscow or another large city, where a special service fights the moth, then you will have to choose the best cure for the moth yourself.

Insecticide requirements

Several types of moths can parasitize an apartment at once. Despite the fact that the structure and life cycle of these butterflies is identical, it may be necessary to use several different types of drugs to destroy them. Therefore, when choosing the most effective remedies for moths, it should be borne in mind that the most effective drug against fur, clothes or furniture moths cannot be used from cereal, flour and fruit moth.

When choosing a drug, you must be guided by the following requirements:

• security for the inhabitants of the apartment;
• ease of use - processing should not require special training and professional skills;
• availability - the tool must satisfy the price and be everywhere in retail;
• universality - destroy all types of moths and other pests.
• rapidity - it is desirable that the destruction of the moth does not stretch over a long period of time;
• efficiency - the drug must destroy the mole at all stages of development and completely;
• chemically inert - the product used in the apartment must not damage furniture, clothing, textiles.

Given all the above requirements, it is difficult to choose the best remedy for moths, but it’s worth a try to get closer to the ideal. Consider all the pros and cons of moth preparations that are on sale.

Characterization of certain types of insecticides and repellents

The most popular and effective moth control agents can be divided into two large groups according to the mode of action:

• insecticides - drugs that destroy the mole;
• repellents - insect repellents.

Also, all funds can be divided by release form:

• spray and aerosol;
• tablets;
• plates;
• fumigators;
• sections;
• duct tape;
• sachets and pads;
• gel;
• moth traps and etc.

Each remedy has its own advantages and disadvantages, which we will consider as an example of the most popular preparations for moths.

Moth Aerosols

Moth aerosols are considered the most effective from butterflies flying around the apartment.

The most popular tool in aerosol packaging, according to reviews on social networks, is the Raptor. The product is flavored, has the smell of lemon. Aerosol does not stain clothing. Effectively fights butterflies, destroys larvae and egg laying. Protective properties last up to 12 months. The active substance of the drug is an intestinal-contact insecticide permethine.It provides quick action and guaranteed total destruction of flying and crawling insects. Also, the Raptor from moths includes a modern pesticide from the class of permethrins - tetramethrin, which has a nerve-paralytic effect. Upon contact with the respiratory, digestive system and the entire surface of the body, the larvae of the substance block the main functions of the systems and cause the death of insects.

The smallest drops of aerosol settle on the walls of the cabinet and things, exerting a prolonged effect and penetrating into the cracks of furniture, destroying the masonry of moth eggs.

It is necessary to apply an aerosol, applying it to things. Carpets, furniture, interior of wardrobes.

Important!

Before processing, things must be cleaned of contamination and dried. After spraying the Raptor, the room needs to be ventilated for 30-40 minutes.

Modern pesticides and insecticides for processing apartments do not have a toxic effect on humans. However, the smallest particles when spraying aerosols can cause an allergic reaction, therefore it is recommended to spray means by protecting the respiratory organs with a cotton-gauze bandage or respirator.

Popular moth sprays include:

• Armol with the smell of lavender - can be used in the fight against all types of moths;
• Mosquitol from moths wardrobe and fur coat. Flavored.
• Clean house –With the smell of fresh herbs. It is economical, one cylinder is enough for processing a one-room apartment. Carpets, furniture, and the inside of the cabinet should be handled. Do not spray onto clothing.

  

• Extreme - the moth perishes a few hours after spraying. The effect lasts up to six months.
• Klaus - has a delicate aroma of lavender, combines the ability to destroy butterflies and larvae with a deterrent property. The same company produces the drug in the form of sections and plates from moths. Used to protect outerwear made of leather and fur. Odorless plates are also available.
• From the series Combat Combat Super Spray and Combat Multi Spray can be recommended. Combat Multi Spray is effective against domestic pests of ants, cockroaches, flies, skin-eaters, bugs. Destroys flying butterflies and their larvae. Has a delicate lemon flavor. Combat Super Spray is equipped with a flexible nozzle that allows you to destroy insects even in hard to reach places.
• STOP MOTEL - aerosol from moths and skin-eaters. Kills moths (butterflies and larvae) and skin-eaters. Designed for clothing and furniture, leather and fur products.
• Extra mit and etc.

Aerosol can also be used against food moths. Only apply the product on the inner surface of cabinets and drawers, avoiding its contact with food. Even sealed packaging does not guarantee the safety of products from insecticide.

Moth Spray

Spray differs from aerosols in the amount of atomized particles of a substance. Sprays are equipped with a trigger for spraying the solution. Among the most popular is Mosquitol. Spray Moskitol with the smell of lavender is suitable for protection against moths of residential premises, allows you to process large surfaces. The insecticide contains two active substances - transfluthrin and permethrin. The product neutralizes odors, destroys moles instantly and prevents its reappearance during the year. It is used to protect products from fur and leather, clothes from wool and silk, carpets, upholstered furniture. Does not stain, does not contain preservatives and propellants.

The product is sprayed onto the surface until lightly moistened. The bottle (100 ml) is designed to treat 7-9 m2 of surface. Moskitol effectively fights with 6 species of moth and skin eater. Destroys all types of butterflies, larvae and egg laying.

The industry produces the following moth sprays:

• Delicia - A professional spray in a large package from all types of domestic insects. It is odorless. It is sprayed with a trigger and does not contain carrier gas.
• Shield - spray from the moth;
• Sniper;
• ARGUS - spray with the smell of lavender. Kills and repels moths, prolonged action.
• Wenko - Moth spray contains natural lavender oil.
• Zitol;
• Tornado;
• Aggressor - the effect of the drug lasts 8 weeks.
• Tarol - the drug not only aromatizes clothes and shoes, but also protects them from moths and skin-eaters, etc.

The effectiveness of the sprays is the same as that of aerosols. Often the manufacturing company produces the same product in the form of an aerosol and spray. It is convenient to use them, but it requires the cost of buying several cylinders and time, since you need to carefully process all things and surfaces.

Moth fumigator

Fumigators are compact devices that operate on a standard power supply and consume 4-5 watts of electricity. The insecticide can be filled in the form of plates or a vessel with a liquid. It is equally effective against clothes, fur and food moths.

The moth fumigator has its advantages and disadvantages. It is easy to use, does not require time-consuming processing of the premises, kills and scares away flying insects. If you place the fumigant in a cabinet, then the evaporation from the plate soaked in insecticide will affect the larvae of the moth. The disadvantage of the fumigator is that the device is powered by electricity. If there is no current or outlets, it cannot be used. In order for the fumigator to act in a wardrobe, an extension cord is required. Which is also not very convenient. The effect of the insecticide is extended in time. Sometimes for the complete destruction of moths it takes several days, and sometimes weeks.

Important!

When using the fumigator, vapors must not be allowed to accumulate in the living area. The insecticide irritates the respiratory system and can cause an allergic reaction or provoke an asthma attack.

The most famous brands of fumigators:

• DiK-3;
• Mosquitall;
• Raid from the moth;
• The fight;
• DiK-6 Station wagon;
• Clean house;
• PR -2 and others.

In addition to the form of the insecticide, the fumigant differs from the moth in the material of the body. It can be plastic, ceramic, glass. Depending on the material and the company manufacturing the fumigators, the price of the product also varies. In terms of effectiveness, all brands are the same - they act on all types of flying insects.

Moth Pills

Many people remember about moth tablets, since Naphthalene was produced in this form. Now there is a wide selection of tablet preparations for moths:

• Greenfield - pills from moths and a skin-eater with the smell of lavender. Destroys flying insects and their larvae.
• Cinderella, Selena - tablets from the moth of the company Antimol Effect LLC. Natural essential oil and synthetic fragrances with lavender aroma. Tablets are recommended to use 1-2 per standard section of the cabinet, box or drawer. Not recommended for use in contact with food.
• Lavender - The smell of lavender repels moths. Tablets do not cause allergies, do not come into contact with clothing. It is recommended to place it in the upper part of the cabinet at the rate of 4-5 tablets per 1 m3. After 3 months, tablets must be replaced.

  

• Antimol "Cartas": Cedar, Eucalyptus, Mint, Lavender - tablets with the scent of cedar or eucalyptus, mint or lavender. It contains natural oil. The drug repels moths, aromatizes clothes, and has antiseptic properties.
• Collapse of the mole;
• Desmol and etc.

On a note!

In order for the tablets to work more efficiently and not damage the clothes, they must be placed in packaging - gauze bags, which can be laid out in the corners of the cabinet or hung under the clothes on a hanger.

The advantage of tablets is cheapness. If you change the product in accordance with the recommendation on the packaging, then the mole will leave the cabinet forever. The disadvantage of tablets is that they have a short duration: from several weeks to several months. They do not kill insects, but repel them, which does not guarantee the return of pests. However, ease of use and low price attract buyers.

Moth plates

Moth plates are made from various materials - cardboard, polymers. The plates are saturated with insecticides and repellents with a different smell.They kill and scare away the moth, its larvae, and skin-eaters. Easy to use. There are hanging options made in the form of a hanger.

Judging by consumer reviews, success is enjoyed by:

• Clean house - a hanging plate soaked in lavender essential oil;
• Armol - contains permethrin - an insecticide that paralyzes the airways of the insect. Affects adults and larvae. The plates are scented with lavender oil. Each plate is individually wrapped in foil.

  

• Stop mole - plates with aroma of coriander and fir. Essential oils repel insects.
• Oboronkhim from the moth;
• Shield - hanging plate-hanger from the moth. Each plate with a hanger is packed in a sealed bag. It is enough to get it out of the package and place it under a coat on a hanger.
• Cosatto - flavored leaflet. The scent of lavender repels insects. The plate is packed in a foil cover with a special hole, thanks to which it is worn on a hanger.
• Raid - moth pendant with the scent of spring flowers. Raid Anti-mol thanks to the transflutrin insecticide eliminates flying moths and larvae. It does not stain clothes, it is also used for delicate fabrics - silk, cashmere, etc.
• Klaus - the plates have a deterrent effect and destroy adults, insect larvae. Lavender and odorless. Validity period is 3 months.
• Combat - plates with the aroma of orange, etc.

Gel-filled plates are also for sale. The method of action is similar to plates and suspensions. The gel is in a protective package with a convenient hook pendant. According to reviews, Raid Antimole with the smell of lavender or cedar is very effective. The gel is valid for 4 months, then the packaging should be replaced. Perfectly aromatizes clothes and repels moths.

In addition to the listed funds from the moth, sachets, bags, pads filled with dry flowers of lavender, geranium, mint, etc. are also produced. They use folk remedies that help get rid of insects. Environmentally friendly, do not cause allergies.

Moth trap

A moth trap operates on a slightly different principle. These are plates with a sticky substance based on rubber and natural resins, impregnated with pheromones. On the back there is an adhesive strip with which the trap is attached to the cabinet wall. Very effective against food moth larvae, as it is non-toxic and odorless. Such traps of the Raptor range of protection against food moths (odorless) are in demand.

Similar traps are:

• Aeroxon food moth trap;
• ARGUS glue trap, etc.

It is recommended that you use 1 trap per food cabinet.

Attention! Traps are placed in a dry, cool place, closed from drafts. Wash hands thoroughly with soap after sticking.

In addition to glue, stationary electronic devices-traps from flying insects are produced. So, Eco Sniper GH1M using UV diodes attracts insects, the fan sucks them into the drive. The device can serve a room of 30 m2, it works from the network and consumes 2 watts. The weight of the device is only 3 g, it is compact, silent, environmentally friendly.

A large selection of moth control products in residential premises allows you to make a choice in accordance with your preferences and wallet. Which tool is best is for consumers to decide.

Reviews

“My grandmother complained that her moth stockpiles groats. On the advice of a sales assistant, I bought Raptor - glue traps from food moths. Within a week, the new traps were clean - not a single flying creature! Now, if the pest appears again, I will know what to buy. ”

Tatyana, Sevastopol.

“I live on the top floor, the apartment is damp, the house is old. Therefore, all sorts of uninvited guests - volatile and creeping often penetrate. Recently, the whole family caught moths. So much of it flew! The husband suggested putting a fumigator, which we use in the country from flies and mosquitoes.All week sweeping the corpses of butterflies, even worms came across! After all clothes were cleaned and removed, fried in the sun, the aggressor was completely expelled from the cabinets and apartment. Now sometimes turn on the fumigator for prevention. ”

Lisa, Vladivostok.

“I love the smell of taiga and cedars. Therefore, when the seller offered plates with this smell from the moth, I did not even hesitate. But the voracious guest did not like the smell. She fled, leaving my fur coats and blouses. And now I hang up the tool in the closet for prevention and just for my favorite smell. ”

Marina, Moscow.