Question from Debra Lynn Dadd
A reader asked…
We have some furniture – both painted and unpainted, that is about 25 to 30 years old, including a couple of chairs, some painted stools, and a very small painted trunk, plus a small table. I am unsure of the type of wood.
However, I noticed some holes (which had black ovals surrounding them)on a couple of items, and some other pin holes in the various pieces. Scattered and definitely not meant to be a “design” feature.
A pest control field inspector checked them, said that they had been invaded by pests at some time, but it was not a powder post beetle (type of wormwood) and was nothing to worry about.
My friend asked an antique dealer who has familiarity with this type of problem and advised using a needle to inject cupanol (spelling?) into the holes, a compound used on boats to stop mold.
Then use a wood filler for the holes. Obviously the boat compound would be quite toxic and strong for anyone with MCS or who wanted to use non-toxics.
Debra’s Answer
I don’t have any experience with this. Readers?
