How to Put Moth Balls in a Closet
Mothballs are very strong in odor, but they work miracles when it comes to killing moths. They can be put in closets but it is recommended they be put in a container first. Mothballs give off very toxic fumes that may be harmful to pets and humans. If the vapors of the mothballs are breathed for an extended amount of time a person may experience nausea, headaches and trouble breathing.
Items Needed To Put Mothballs in a Closet:
- Mothballs
- Plastic Container
- Garment Bags
- Water
- Disinfectant Spray
- Cloth
- Closet Shelf
How to Put Moth Balls in a Closet
- Clean all garment bags and containers where you will be storing your clothes. You can use water or disinfectant spray to do this. Make sure you wipe the containers clean. Check to make sure the containers or garment bags are free of lint or other material.
- Wash all of your clothes. You want to make sure all clothing is clean and dry before storing. After all clothing has been cleaned, store them in the airtight garment bags or containers.
- Read the instructions on the mothball container. Open the package of mothballs. Make sure you follow the directions. Put your mothballs inside the containers according to the directions. Avoiding storing your mothballs in a Ziploc bags. Ziploc bags will not allow mothball vapors to escape.
- Seal the container or zip the garment bag tightly. Smell your garment bag or container to see if there is a mothball odor escaping the bag. If there is an odor escaping the bag double check your bag or container is sealed properly.
- Store the containers in the closet. Make sure you put containers on the highest shelf possible.