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Whats more, most people wont often know theyre there until the deed is done.

If you are skepticaleither of the methods effectiveness or its safetythats understandable, considering how unconventional it is.

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According to theUniversity of California Statewide Integrated Pest Management Programthough, itispossible to bake wool fabric.

Youll find that the process is fairly simple, too.

Place the woolen garment on a cookie tray.

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Heat the oven to the lowest possible temperatureor, ideally, to 120F.

Leave the woolen item in the oven for 30 or 45 minutes at most.

Put it in the freezer for a couple of days, says Baker.

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She also mentions that youll want to place the item in a Ziplock or zip-top plastic bag.

To avoid future clothes moth infestation, it pays to be prepared.

With this in mind, you may want to pack off-season clothing in bins or bags.

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According to Hodges, airtight options are ideal for keeping clothes moths away.

The set comes with 10 sachets filled with dried lavender flowers and 10 sachets with cedar wood shavings.

Frequently asked questions about clothes moths

Do moths prefer clean or dirty clothes?

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How do moths get into wool garments?

Clothes moths have an affinity for wool and other animal-based materials, where they will typically lay their eggs.

They can arrive by way of other infested items like secondhand clothing or furniture.

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Does washing wool get rid of moths?

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