One. How to prevent insects from damaging elm furniture.
1、Coating Treatment: For areas that have not been affected, apply coatings such as tung oil, insect repellent paint, or varnish to the surface of the wooden cabinets, effectively isolating the wood from insects and preventing infestation. It is important to apply the coating evenly to both the front and back surfaces, as well as the interior walls of the cabinets. Given that the sweet taste of elm wood attracts insects, it is essential to treat the new furniture with an insect repellent treatment upon bringing it home. It is recommended to first apply a thin layer of insect repellent coating to protect the furniture from insect damage.
2、Chemical Treatment: Place a generous amount of naphthalene balls and solid insect repellents inside the cabinet and drawers of the old elmwood furniture.
3. Frequent Cleaning: Regularly wipe the surface with a clean, soft cloth, following the grain of the wood.
4、Apply Diesel: On sunny days, place the termite-infested wooden cabinets in direct sunlight. Use a brush or cotton cloth to thoroughly coat the cabinets with diesel. Allow to dry for two to three hours, then coat again and allow to dry. once the termites are dead in the holes, clean the cabinets with a laundry detergent solution and dry them.
Two. What insecticide can be used to eliminate pests in old elm wood furniture?
1. When elm furniture is infested with pests, a solution can be prepared by mixing deltamethrin with water in a 1:5 ratio. This solution should be thoroughly sprayed on the furniture, allowing it to penetrate the wood. Continuous spraying for 3-5 times is recommended, followed by an 8-hour drying period, which will effectively eliminate all pests. After this, the furniture should be thoroughly cleaned with water and dried.
2. Even if some part of one piece of furniture has been infested with pests, do not worry that it will spread to other furniture. Simply eliminate the pests from that area, and the problem will be solved.