Furniture Pests  

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When viewing these beetles try to remember what type of wood they attack and the typical duration of each beetle's life-cycle.  
What type of beetle attacks decaying wooden structures? 
What beetle mainly attacks wooden fence posts and gates?
What beetle is responsible for around 80% of damage to indoor furniture. 
What factors can increase the life-cycle of beetle?
Furniture Pests Presentation

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Know the life cycle of woodworm.

Difference between 4 types of beetles. 

Treatment for woodworm attack. 


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In 2021 TRADA merged with Timber Trade Federation to form the new organisation Timber Development UK. 
 Woodworm Treatment advice on a Prezi Presentation from Timber wise (1.51 Mins) 

Life Cycle of Woodworm

Name the 4 stages of a wood boring beetle. 

Can you show using sketches the life cycle of the Common furniture beetle? 

Videos on Woodworm and Pests

Life Cycle of Woodworm (4.26 Mins.)

11 Types of Woodworm (3.45 Mins.)

Woodworm Treatment Explained (2.21 Mins.)
Treating Woodworm: A Complete Guide (4.42 Mins.)
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