get a new matress!!
2007-01-29 23:24:13
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answer #1
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answered by cging22 5
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definitely vacuuming is excellent... and you can give it a wash with a mix of water and disinfectant... also if you can put it outside in the hot sun.
I used to use a eucalyptus spray that was very good and worked well.. it was readily available in the supermarket. I have currently been doing research into a problem we have (not bedbugs but some sort of mite/parasite) and am about to try diatomateous earth which can be spread all over the home safely and vacuumed up ... this is what organic farmers use for pest control.
hope you get rid of those pesky bugs but if not a new mattress is the only answer.
2007-01-30 14:28:33
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answer #2
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answered by pixie_proof 3
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Call up local mattress stores to see if they sell the large plastic shipping bags. They may have an intact one to give you.
Coat the mattress with a product called SEVIN, which is
an insecticide. Seal the cover and leave it alone for several
days. Vacuum the Sevin off.
Obviously keep kids and pets away!
2007-02-01 07:54:11
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answer #3
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answered by seamstress 2
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To lengthy to detail here. First link is from University of Kentucky for general info. The second is details and products to assist you. It's way more involved than just pitching your mattress.
http://www.uky.edu/Ag/Entomology/entfacts/struct/ef636.htm
http://www.domyownpestcontrol.com/how-to-get-rid-of-bed-bugs-c-39_95.html
2007-01-29 23:45:03
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answer #4
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answered by KirksWorld 5
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Yes - DDT every week for 3 treatments will get rid of them.
2007-01-29 23:26:05
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answered by luosechi 駱士基 6
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Try "RID",but i would personally get rid of the mattress
2007-01-29 23:26:19
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answered by redhead 4
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It is important to vacumn your mattress each time you change the sheets.
2007-01-30 01:32:40
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answer #7
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answered by livegrace 2
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Bed bug elimination procedures, methods and products closely resemble those used for indoor tick elimination, due to their size, harborage areas and habits. Thorough inspection of the premises will save you time and money. These tiny bugs can be found in any small crack in proximity to where humans rest or sleep. These cracks and crevices are generally behind and beneath baseboards, beneath area rugs, between carpeting and walls, in power areas of appliances or even in the folds of curtains and drapes in the infested room. A thorough vacuuming of cracks, crevices and other areas where bed bugs hide is an essential part of an integrated pest management program targeting this particular pest.
A combination of odorless insecticide spray and insecticide dust is needed to eliminate bed bug populations with special attention given to dusting all bug hiding places. Once mattresses and box spring setups have been thoroughly cleaned and (if necessary) treated with an odorless dust, plastic covers on the mattresses will help keep bugs in as well as keep others out.
A general purpose spray can be used on carpets, furniture and baseboards to help cut back on some of the population but the most important pest control tool you can use is an insecticide dust. Many pest control service technicians are now using premium fogging solutions in addition to other suggested pest management procedures for bed bug control. When fogging with a cold fogger is required for stubborn or re-occurring bed bug infestations, BP100-Plus is giving best fog results. BP100-Plus contains a high amount of natural pyrethrins (1.00%) and also contains an IGR called Hydroprene. Fogging is rarely considered to be great controller of pests when used alone. Only use a fog when a very fast kill of existing bugs is needed. Fogging mainly kills exposed bugs that are not hiding in cracks or crevices. With the addition of Hydroprene, BP100-Plus does give an extra residual effect.
Elimination of a bed bug infestation takes some patience. These pests live in tiny cracks that are sometimes difficult to reach with pest control products and they can live a longer time without food than can other blood feeding bugs such as fleas. Apply your spray to baseboards, carpets, flooring, throw rugs, area rugs or other areas where bed bugs might crawl at night. This insecticide will also kill spiders, fleas, ticks, ants and other household pests.
After allowing your pesticide spray solution to thoroughly dry, you may now begin the important application of dust. Any area of possible bed bug harborage (especially those areas where your spray cannot reach) should be treated with Drione Dust.
Bed Bug Sprays
General purpose sprays such as Suspend SC that are water safe for fabrics are preferred for elimination of bed bug populations. Suspend SC is odorless and (when used as directed) is safe to use in homes where children and pets live. (The active ingredient in Suspend is Deltamethrin, the same material found in Delta Dust.) Use this insecticide to spray carpets, flooring, rugs and baseboards. Do not spray bedding, mattresses or pillows with this product. If you want to spray these objects, use a spray that is labeled for such use. Claire Lice Killer can be sprayed on inanimate objects such as bedding, stuffed animal toys, etc. in homes.
Other professional concentrates that work when spraying for bed bugs: Tempo SC and Demand CS. Both of these products will give a good residual and (like Suspend SC) have little to no odor. The main advantage of Suspend SC is its broadcast label, allowing more liberal application than most professional insecticides.
Sprays used for killing bed bugs are listed on Bed Bug Control Products page.
Bed Bug Dust
Once your insecticide spray has been allowed to dry, it is time to apply your insecticide dust. Drione Dust is the very best product for killing bed bugs where they hide, in cracks and crevices. Use a Crusader Duster for applying this product. Bed bugs can hide in many places where your dust must be applied properly or you will have a failure in your effort to control the bugs.
Dusts used in bed bug elimination are listed on Bed Bug Control products page.
Areas to dust include seams or joints in the construction of bed frames, inside boxed springs, flooring beneath beds, behind and beneath baseboards and baseboard moldings - any area small enough for bed bugs to enter and hide. Once
2007-02-02 10:07:23
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answered by ♥skiperdee1979♥ 5
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