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How to stop moths from laying eggs on your clothes and in your flour

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They might seem tiny and harmless, but certain types of moths can do a large amount of damage to your clothes and pantry supplies. 

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Moths love humid environments with a tasty food source, such as your wardrobe or cupboard. If the conditions are just right, they can multiply quickly. 

Cedar oil for moths

While preventing them is the best defence, sometimes it’s impossible. This is because it’s actually the larvae that are enjoying the feast and not the adult moths you see flying around. 

Thankfully, a simple product that can help deter moths from laying their eggs in your home: Redecker red cedar block moth repellant.

red cedar blocks to deter moths
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Red cedar blocks are an effective moth deterrent and a safe alternative to chemical moth balls. 

The natural smell of cedar works perfectly to deter moths. All you have to do is place the block in your wardrobe or pantry. 

The best part is reviewers say these cedar blocks really work.

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“Nice smell, do the job, better than mouth balls,” said one reviewer. 

Another added: “Worked really well in my winter clothing and a much more pleasant smell than most moth treatments.”

Top them up with cedar oil

Others gave some tips on how to make your blocks last longer.

“Top them up with a little cedarwood oil every so often,” says one person. 

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Another says: I love these as an alternative to mothballs, and went so far as to purchase the Redecker red cedar oil too. It smells divine and will ensure my cedar blocks continue to be effective for many years.”

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Why cedar works for moths

Red cedar contains natural oils that moths don’t like. Keeping cedar in dark, humid places like your wardrobe or pantry is a great way to deter adult moths from laying their eggs. It can also help to mask the enticing aromas of your fibres. 

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