Some Bedbug tips from a news article:
http://www.khnl.com/Global/story.asp?S=7305189
"Bed bugs aren't a reflection of cleanliness, as they have been found in even the swankiest of accommodations."
"Get the bedding off the bed and put it in a plastic bag. And get it out of the house. Use the dryer. 100 degrees plus will kill the bugs."
"Bedbugs are virtually impossible to eliminate without the help of a professional. Bedbugs are often found in locations that make them difficult to detect. In addition to hiding on mattresses and box springs, their other favorite hiding spots include night stands, headboards, lamps, baseboards and even small openings in wallpaper. Pest control experts are trained in identifying these hiding spots and using highly specialized tools to treat bed bug infestations.
What tips can travelers use to protect themselves?
* Check headboards, mattresses and box springs for bedbugs and the dark blood spots they leave behind.
* Hang all clothing. Leave nothing lying on the bed or furniture.
* Avoid unpacking clothing and storing them in the hotel's furniture drawers.
* Don't allow your baggage to sit on the floor. Store it on a luggage rack as far from the bed as possible.
* If you notice evidence of bedbugs, request another room or change hotels.
* When returning home, leave luggage in the garage or basement until you are able to thoroughly inspect it for bedbugs.
* Vacuum suitcases when returning from trips and immediately wash clothing in hot water.
What can homeowners do to protect themselves?
* Inspect vintage furniture, antiques, used appliances or consignment items for signs of bedbugs before purchasing or bringing into the home.
* Never pick up used mattresses or furniture left curbside.
* Inspect and wash (in warm water) previously-worn clothing that has been donated or purchased.
* Quarantine infested items. Moving them within the home can spread the problem.
* Use zippered encasements on infested mattresses and box springs.
* If you suspect you have bedbugs, have your home inspected by a trained professional. Bedbugs can not be controlled by over-the-counter treatments and will require the assistance of a pest control operator."
Does anyone have other tips for fighting bedbugs?
16 years
We have one room infested with the nasty little bugGERS. I suppose I am lucky - only the 2nd time in 12 years.
At a GOMIO conference they suggested Deadline Lacquer Liquid but a Google search only shows the conference notes! Does anyone know of this product? Does anyone know of another product that works.
We do not have luxury of pest control people anywhere near here!
Help, please.
16 years
A hostel manager once recommended a product called "Demand" -- I found some info about it here:
http://www.doyourownpestcontrol.com/get_rid_bed_bugs.htm
I don't know anything about it beyond someone telling me the name of the product.
I found the Gomio conference notes, but couldn't find anything else about Deadline Lacquer Liquid.
16 years
We have one room infested with the nasty little bugGERS. I suppose I am lucky - only the 2nd time in 12 years.
At a GOMIO conference they suggested Deadline Lacquer Liquid but a Google search only shows the conference notes! Does anyone know of this product? Does anyone know of another product that works.
We do not have luxury of pest control people anywhere near here!
Help, please.
I've been making some investigation... and got some good results as well! ;)
Basically Deadline doesn't exist anymore. I've got this info from Carolyn (Krumlov House) who made that presentation, so it's dead sure.
The current chemical they use is Pest Master, which is provided by Kwizda Agro, an austrian chemical company, located in Vienna.
It is a pity that they only sell bulk... But:
Satya from Sir Toby's told me that since they bought the bulk, they have a lot in stock. So they would be able to sell it individually. Even Carolyn buys it from them!
It has to be used only twice a year, as it is absorbed in the furniture, providing a long term result. Sounds what we all need!
Good luck with killing 'em all!
16 years
you have to remember though - any eggs that have been laid and then sprayed probably wont be killed and the bugs that hatch will have a pretty strong immunity to whichever chemical is used. you're supposed to rotate the chemical used each time.
back in banff we did preventative spraying every 3 months (well, each room was actually once a year, but 4 times a year we had to shut off a whole heap of rooms for a day or 2) and switched chemical each time. they hadnt had bugs in the 4 years since they introduced the policy. not a bad record... but im not sure about before that.
16 years
The current chemical they use is Pest Master, which is provided by Kwizda Agro, an austrian chemical company, located in Vienna.
Ha! Not the stuff we use right now. Let´s buy local!
Good hint about rotating chemicals, Gordo. Makes sense.
16 years
Hey aboriginalhostel - thanks for the research - good work. I am just a bit worried about posting liquids into Greece, certainly our post office will not accept liquids. Maybe a winter trip to Prague is necessary.
Hey Klaus - I wish I could buy local - our Pharmacist looks at me with a blank expression and a shrug of the shoulders even when I show him a picture of the pest.
A note about the original posting advising to let people move room if they request it - no, not a good idea - other rooms risk being infected - try to contain the problem in one room.
16 years
you have to remember though - any eggs that have been laid and then sprayed probably wont be killed and the bugs that hatch will have a pretty strong immunity to whichever chemical is used. you're supposed to rotate the chemical used each time.
This chemical uses a different method though... it absorbs to the furniture and last for like 6 months or so. Fumigation does not have effects on the eggs, that's true. Maybe this stuff prevents the new hatches by killing the bugs before they could lay the eggs? It kills them at their hiding places.
I agree about the rotation, being a hobby gardener...
Will share more info when I've seen how it works! ;)
16 years
Hey aboriginalhostel - thanks for the research - good work.
No problem... :cool:
I am just a bit worried about posting liquids into Greece, certainly our post office will not accept liquids. Maybe a winter trip to Prague is necessary.
I don't think it would be possible to carry any chemicals on the plane though.
I was planning to visit Crete this year and check out your miraculous place but I'm not sure if I can make it before October. Also as I travel by car, I don't really want to leave my car at any mainland harbors... and no ferries for cars during that time. Any recommendations?
What I would do in your case, get the recipe of Deadline or Pest Master and ask the pharmacist to make a home version, meanwhile applying the biological method mentioned that speech.
Ha! Not the stuff we use right now. Let´s buy local!
I guessed you gonna like this post as well... :D
16 years
I don't think it would be possible to carry any chemicals on the plane though.
:D
Agreed; if I do go it will be plane up and overland back down again.
I was planning to visit Crete this year and check out your miraculous place but I'm not sure if I can make it before October. Also as I travel by car, I don't really want to leave my car at any mainland harbors... and no ferries for cars during that time. Any recommendations?
:D
November is a great time to visit; still beach weather most of the time and few tourists. I will be here most of the time but am planning a 10 day hike westward along the south coast starting about 20th; care to join me?
There are daily car ferries to Crete all through winter. check out http://www.gtp.gr
16 years
November is a great time to visit; still beach weather most of the time and few tourists. I will be here most of the time but am planning a 10 day hike westward along the south coast starting about 20th; care to join me?
There are daily car ferries to Crete all through winter. check out http://www.gtp.gr
I wish I could, but still I found the same results on the site you recommended, the last ferry which takes cars will depart on 31st October. Might work out something though!
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