Active vs Historic Woodworm Checker
Finding holes in your wood doesn't always mean an active infestation. Use this decision tool to determine whether woodworm is currently active — and what to do next.
STEP 1 OF 5
Can you see small round holes (1–2 mm diameter) in the wood surface?
STEP 2 OF 5
Is there a fine, powdery dust below or around the holes (frass)?
STEP 3 OF 5
What time of year is it?
STEP 4 OF 5
Look closely at the holes. What do the edges look like?
STEP 5 OF 5
Is the wood structural (floor joists, staircase carriages, beams)?
Replacing damaged turned components?
Woodworm often concentrates in sapwood. We turn matched replacement spindles, finials, and newel caps.