Storage

Moths and carpet beetles can destroy natural textile fibers, like wool, cotton, and silk. There are a few ways to protect your clothes from these pests. The scent of cedar will repel clothes moths, their larva, and other bugs. Spray your clothes with cedar oil or store them with pieces of cedarwood. Scraping the wood occasionally will help spread the scent. Another solution is to use moth crystals made of paradichlorobenzene, or balls made of naphthalene. Avoid storing dirty or smelly garments, as this can attract vermin.