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Beetles, Moths, Termites & Other Textile Insects
Description
Deterioration of carpets yarns may occur if they become infested by textile-eating insects like clothes moths, carpet beetles, silverfish and termites. Many of these digest protein-based fibers AND they might attack even non-protein-based synthetic fibers if they contain protein substances like food stains, blood, urine, vomit, perspiration etc.
Silverfish and firebrats eat carbohydrates-based glues while termite consume cellulosic material present in the backings and yarns.
Treatment
The best treatment for insect attack on carpets is prevention. The carpet must be kept clean of stains and spills that may attract insects and soils that may hide them. Professional treatments are available for curing insect infestation.