{"id":79399,"date":"2023-10-04T09:59:13","date_gmt":"2023-10-04T09:59:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/posterboyedit.com\/?p=79399"},"modified":"2023-10-04T09:59:13","modified_gmt":"2023-10-04T09:59:13","slug":"how-to-spot-the-signs-of-bedbugs-and-get-rid-of-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/posterboyedit.com\/lifestyle\/how-to-spot-the-signs-of-bedbugs-and-get-rid-of-them\/","title":{"rendered":"How to spot the signs of bedbugs &mdash; and get rid of them"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/SEC_174575080-d5b0.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p>France\u2019s bed bug problem has left us all feeling itchy, with hotel rooms,people\u2019s bedrooms and sofas, and now even train seats infested.<\/p>\n<p>And, with fears London might be next for a major outbreak, it\u2019s got us wondering what signs we should be looking out for.<\/p>\n<p>After all, bedbug infestations have surged by\u00a0over 50% in the past five years in the UK, making them the most common pest issue, accounting for\u00a0more than a quarter of all pest control call-outs, according to the British Pest Control Association.<\/p>\n<p>Furniture expert Jeannette Hudson warned that bed bugs thrive in multiple occupancy homes and travel easily between homes from the exchange of second-hand furniture.<\/p>\n<p>Yes, we\u2019re now thinking about deep cleaning that sofa we got off Gumtree. <\/p>\n<p>Jeannette said that despite the name \u2018bed\u2019 bugs, the little creatures infest more places than just between our sheets.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/wp-content\/themes\/metro-parent\/img\/fallback.png\"><\/p>\n<p>\u2018Although we commonly associate bedbugs with infestations in beds and mattresses, they can infest various upholstered furniture, including sofas and couches,\u2019 said Jeannette, an expert at\u00a0Online Sofa Shop.<\/p>\n<p>\u2018Bedbugs are small, flat, reddish-brown insects that feed on the blood of both humans and animals. <\/p>\n<p>\u2018They are adept at concealing themselves in cracks and crevices and can be effortlessly transported from one location to another.\u2019<\/p>\n<h2><i class=\"icon icon-exclaim\"><\/i>Signs of a bedbug infestation in your home<\/h2>\n<p>According to the NHS, signs of bedbugs in the home include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>bites \u2013 often on skin exposed while sleeping, like the face, neck and arms<\/li>\n<li>spots of blood on your bedding \u2013 from the bites or from squashing a bedbug<\/li>\n<li>small brown spots on bedding or furniture (bedbug poo)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Even if you think your home is safe, you can pick up the nasty bugs if you\u2019re sitting down on public transport.<\/p>\n<p>Kenneth F. Haynes, a professor of entomology, previously told Metro.co.uk: \u2018It is possible to pick up bed bugs from any place where there is an infestation. It may be more difficult for an infestation to get started in a bus or train, but it certainly has happened.\u2019<\/p>\n<p>To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a webbrowser thatsupports HTML5video<\/p>\n<p>So while your bed may be bug-free, someone whose bed is swarming in bugs could launch an infestation on the Tube simply by resting their jacket on their mattress then taking a seat on the central line. Unsettling, right?<\/p>\n<p>According to the NHS, bed bug bites usually result in redness and swelling that typically occurs while you\u2019re asleep when the insects feed on your blood at night.<\/p>\n<p>With all this in mind, Jeannette shares her tips on how to protect yourself from a bed bug infestation.<\/p>\n<p>She said: \u2018Inspect your home. Whether you\u2019re at home, or staying in a hotel or Airbnb, take the time to thoroughly inspect your space for bedbugs. This includes scrutinising the bed, bedding, and furniture for any signs of infestation.\u2019<\/p>\n<p>This also goes for any second-hand furniture you\u2019re bringing in to your home.<\/p>\n<p>Bedroom furniture expert Nic Shacklock told MailOnline that key things to look for when you\u2019re inspecting your furniture, besides the bugs of course, are musty odours and eggs.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/wp-content\/themes\/metro-parent\/img\/fallback.png\"><\/p>\n<p>He said: \u2018If the bedroom area has a strong, musty and unpleasant odour this could possibly come from a bed bug\u2019s scent glands.\u2019<\/p>\n<p>When it comes to spotting eggs, they are small in size and white in colour, and can be smooth and pearly to the touch \u2013 they\u2019re usually in clusters.<\/p>\n<p>If you find any, get rid of them immediately as they hatch within ten days, and make sure to keep your room cool because the lower the temperature the longer an egg will take to hatch.<\/p>\n<p>Another tip from Jeannette is to launder your belongings. \u2018After staying in a hotel or Airbnb, wash your clothes and bedding in hot water,\u2019 she said. \u2018This can help kill any potential bedbugs or their eggs that may have hitched a ride with you.\u2019<\/p>\n<p>Regularly vacuuming, particularly in potential hiding spots for bedbugs, is also key, according to Jeannette. Dispose the the vacuum bag immediately after and make it a general rule to maintain cleanliness and avoid clutter.<\/p>\n<p>Interestingly, Jeanette said to: \u2018Seal entry points. Prevent bedbugs from gaining entry to your home by sealing any cracks in the foundation and exterior walls.\u2019<\/p>\n<p>And lastly, if you do suspect a bedbug infestation, do \u2018contact a pest control professional immediately. Bedbug infestations are notoriously challenging to eradicate, and expert assistance is often necessary\u2019.<\/p>\n<h2><i class=\"icon icon-exclaim\"><\/i>What can you do to try and get rid of bedbugs: <\/h2>\n<p>If you have a bedbug infestation you should be calling pest control, but in the meantime here are some things you could try to keep the pests at bay.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Wash affected bedding and clothing on a hot wash (60C) and tumble dry on a hot setting for at least 30 minutes<\/li>\n<li>Put affected clothing and bedding in a plastic bag and put it in the freezer for 3 or 4 days<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It\u2019s likely this won\u2019t eradicate them completely but it could help.<\/p>\n<p>Source: NHS <\/p>\n<p><strong>Do you have a story to share?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Get in touch by emailing MetroLifestyleTeam@Metro.co.uk.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/2023\/10\/04\/how-to-spot-the-signs-of-bedbugs-and-deal-with-an-infestation-19601230\/?ico=zone-widget_home_lifestyle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>France\u2019s bed bug problem has left us all feeling itchy, with hotel rooms,people\u2019s bedrooms and sofas, and now even train seats infested. 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