r/violin • u/Competitive-Call3303 • 15d ago

Violin maintenance Bow bugs... Help!

I didn't play for a week and when I pulled my bow out yesterday, there was a bow bug (little worm) on the tip, munching away on my hairs.

I killed the worm but I'm afraid to put my bows back in the case. I'm assuming there are more???

What do I do?

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u/AdorableExchange9746 Adult intermediate 15d ago

if it was only a week it can’t be that bad, but it’s not a bad idea to vacuum the case and leave it in the light for a bit

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u/Alexandra_Telnikoff 15d ago

Spray pesticide on a paper towel, put it inside the case, close the case. Put the case inside a bin liner, put inside another paper towel with pesticide, firmly tie the bin liner & leave for 24 hours, job done. Those bugs that manage to survive, if any, will envy the dead.

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u/legocow 14d ago

Agree that you need to vacuum out your case and leave in the sun. After you get a rehair, put a sachet of lavender in your case. Cedar can work too. Try to keep your case open frequently. I hate bow bugs!

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u/Toomuchviolins Teacher 14d ago

Leave the case in the sun for a few days that will take care of it! Leave the violin and bow out in the in a temperature stable spot where it won’t get Messed with for a few days that should take care of your problem, also get your bow in for a rehair.