Diatomaceous earth and/or silica gel will kill all stages of insects by
abrading the waxy coating from the exoskeleton of an insect. The egg, larva,
pupa, and/or adult then quickly dehydrates to the point of death. If protected
from moisture, a light layer of dust will give months of control. It is
especially helpful if applied beneath cabinetry where protein materials, such
as hair, tend to accumulate.
Tom Parker
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{margin-bottom:0cm;}-->Good afternoon group, I hope you’re all well and had
a lovely Easter. I am emailing to enquire about diatomaceous earth and it’s
efficiency against booklouse.
- Does any have experience with this product?
- Does diatomaceous earth penetrate the exoskeleton of the booklouse?
- Have you had any success with this product and if so against which species?
- Is there a specific brand you’re using?
- Any pros and cons?
Any research papers are also very welcome. We are specifically looking to
target booklice but if it’s also effective against silverfish or any other
common archival pests that would be interesting to know as well. Many thanks
for all of your help. Kind regards, Alexandra Wade Assistant
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