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Yes, cedar or cedar chests are a great way to keep moths away from woolens.
Sarah A. Thomas
Grants Specialist
Division of Cultural Affairs
850/245-6470
www.florida-arts.org
-----Original Message-----
From: Jean Kolva [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
Sent: Wednesday, June 11, 2003 9:17 AM
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Subject: Re: Clothing and moths
Does anyone else use cedar lined boxes and closets for long-tern, moth-free
storage of woolens?
Jeanne Kolva
Highland Park Historical Society
Ian Loughead wrote:
> I agree that freezing and vacuuming is the best way to get rid of the
> clothes moths. Wrap everything in tissue then in plastic by itself. This
> will prevent the items from drying out as the tissue will absorb the
> moisture and then release it back to the item. Plus the tissue will
prevent
> water from pooling (such as on the surface of the plastic) which could
lead
> to water stains.
>
> You should do the second freezing for 2 weeks though as this is the
> generally accepted lifespan of the eggs that are layed. The adult moth
> doesn't eat the textile, but the larvae do so it is very important to get
> rid of the eggs.
>
> Good Luck
>
> Ian Loughead
> Conservator
> Fortress of Louisbourg, NHS
> Parks Canada
>
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