Do Termites Eat Furniture

Introduction

Termites remain active all year round, even during the winter. However, winter brings some changes to the daily routine of underground termite colonies. In colder climates, subterranean termites typically penetrate deeper into the ground during the cold season to access the heat they need to survive.

How to get rid of termites permanently?

Some of the best ways to get rid of termites are to apply termite killers to the exterior of your home, to use direct chemicals inside your home, to install termite baits, and to spray boric acid on your floors and walls.

Will termites get into your bed?

As we have established before, they do. In fact, termites can wreak havoc on wooden beds and bedding. Wood isn’t the only thing these little insects can feed on. As long as your mattress contains cellulose, termites will make small punctures, causing tiny holes in the mattress and sheets.

What do termites hate the most?

What do we know about odors that termites hate? Clemson University scientists reported that termites hate the smells of cedarwood, geranium, and tea tree oil. It has also been found that clove, cinnamon and garlic oils can also repel termites.

Will termites disappear?

Termites will not go away on their own. We bet you know why. While many pests need to find a food source inside your home to stay, this is not the case with termites. Your home IS the food you eat.

What are the first symptoms of termites?

Here are 5 early signs of a possible termite infestation to watch out for:
Stuck windows or doors
Damage under paint or wallpaper
Termite swarms and abandoned wings
Tubes of mud
Termite droppings.

What to do if a piece of furniture has termites?

If you think they may be present, call a termite control company as soon as possible. They are not welcome in your home and must be exterminated immediately. In addition to destroying your furniture, they reproduce quickly and in large numbers, colonizing your homes faster than you would have imagined.

What smell do termites hate?

An often mentioned substance that termites hate can even be found in your kitchen. It’s vinegar! The problem is that it’s difficult to permeate this smell through any interior wood where termites might be hiding, and the liquid could further weaken dry wood.

What keeps termites away?

Marigolds

Since scent is what keeps termites away, it’s best to plant a particularly fragrant variety of marigolds. French and African marigolds are good choices.

What kills termites naturally?

Boric acid is often recommended for termite elimination. Boric acid is a natural pesticide and usually comes in powder form. You can spray it on the infested area or mix it with water to spray the area. It may be best to wear goggles, masks, and gloves when spraying acid.

Conclusion

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Ants are the enemies of termites

Ants are the greatest natural predators of termites. If you have an established ant colony in your garden, it is very unlikely that you have an established termite colony.