Clothes Moth Repellents

Natural clothes moth repellents for wardrobes and clothing storage

Protect woollens, cashmere, silk and other treasured clothes with Biome’s natural moth repellents for wardrobes, drawers and storage boxes. Choose from red cedar blocks and oil, Australian-made Linii Huon Pine, Bug Off Moths essential oil, ready-to-use Thurlby clothing protectors and more.

These natural alternatives help deter adult clothes moths from settling and laying eggs among your clothing—without highly toxic naphthalene mothballs or the lingering mothball smell.

Which clothes moth repellent should you choose?

Red cedar blocks, balls and hanger discs provide long-lasting, low-maintenance protection throughout wardrobes, drawers and storage boxes. When the cedar scent begins to fade, lightly sand the wood or refresh it with Red Cedar Oil.

Linii Huon Pine is an Australian-made alternative for wardrobes, drawers and stored clothing. Place the finely milled Huon pine bags among clean, completely dry clothes.

Bug Off Moths essential oil offers concentrated, targeted protection for wardrobe corners and drawers. Add a few drops to a cotton round, fabric pouch or Banksia Aroma Pod, then refresh as needed.

Thurlby clothing protectors are the simple, ready-to-use option. Hang them among coats and woollens or tuck them between folded clothes—no oils or preparation required.

You can use more than one option across a large wardrobe. Distribute your chosen deterrents throughout shelves, drawers, hanging sections and storage boxes rather than relying on one product in a corner.

How should you use natural moth repellents?

Natural deterrents work best as the ongoing protection layer after the wardrobe and clothing have been cleaned. Before adding them:

✓ Wash, dry clean or freeze affected textiles according to their care instructions

✓ Vacuum wardrobe joins, drawers, skirting boards and nearby carpet edges

✓ Return only clean, completely dry clothing

✓ Use enough moth deterrent to cover the entire space

✓ Refresh cedar and essential oils when their scent begins to fade

If moths keep returning, an untreated breeding source may still be hidden in clothing, rugs, upholstery, carpet edges, lint or pet hair.

Need help protecting your clothes?

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