Here are the general steps to follow to get rid of bed bugs in laundry.
Make It Last
Never leave infested clothing or items out.
Bed bugs can’t survive freezing temperatures.
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However, the freezer must be set at a very low temperature0 degrees or lower is ideal.
The same cold treatment will work forsilk garments,suede bootsor shoes,lingerie, andstuffed animals.
Items must be left in the freezer for at least four days.
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This will ensure that the center of the item has reached zero degrees.
Bulky items can take longer.
However, they do crawl through the tiniest of crevices and holes.
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The worst damage you’ll see from bed bugs is the stains they leave behind.
Storing Laundry Infested With Bed Bugs
After washing laundry infested with bed bugs, store the clothing.
Use plastic containers or well-sealed plastic bags for storage, as bed bugs can live inside cardboard boxes.
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Keep the clothing stored until you’re sure that the infestation has been eliminated.
Tips for Washing Laundry Infested With Bed Bugs
What Are Bed Bugs?
Bed bugs (Cimexspp.)
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In this instance, it is best tocall a professionalto eradicate the infestation.
Bed bugs are so small that the initial bites are virtually painless and unnoticeable.
The bites become apparent only days later as red, itchy welts appear, similar to mosquito bites.
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These insects do not eat food, and sloppy housekeeping has no bearing on their presence.
It’s wise to be alert whenever traveling (or when entertaining guests who are traveling).
Savvy travelers make a practice of heat-washing all items upon returning from a trip.
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Cost-Effective and Money-Wasting Bed Bug Control Methods(Rutgers NJAES).
Bedbugs.Center for Disease Control (CDC)
Bedbugs.
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