This document is not final and is subject to change.
Wood plastic or metal
Inspection
Look closely at the groove that holds rings and small storage pockets. (Learn more about inspection).
Preferred Control Method
Isolation
Store inside an airtight plastic bag or bin for six months. (Learn more about isolation).
Hand Wash
This option is ideal for the exterior of the box, but is not recommended for internal, plush parts. (Learn more about hand wash).
Other Control Options
Vacuum
Depending on the size of the box, a brush, crevice or micro attachments can be used to remove bugs from a jewelry box. This technique can be combined with using a hair dryer. (Learn more about vacuuming).
Heat
Hair dryer or space heating. Use the hair dryer to blow hot air into cracks and crevices to flush bed bugs, and use the crevice tool or micro attachments on a vacuum cleaner to pick them up. (Learn more about heat).
Not Recommended - Steam, Freeze, Desiccant dust
Updated 5/23/2025