Wicker Basket Worm

[briquette_seller]

I have a wicker log basket which has sat next to my stove for approx 3 years. I think it was left here by the previous owners.

Long story short, its riddled with wood worm.  The wicker is very brittle and when you touch it, the wicker just turns too powder. 

 

Should i be worried for the rest of the furniture and surrounding timber?

The basket was sitting on a wooden hardwood floor and it looks unaffected. 

 

 

 

[bilke_user]

We've had the same thing over the years in the old castle on our estate.  Clear out the old basket, give the area a good hoovering and keep a close eye on any other wood that starts to show signs of worm, give these areas a good soak in woodworm treatment and you should be fine.  Wicker baskets are prone to getting worm!