Should I throw away furniture with termites, or is there a viable alternative to disposal? Termites can be quite the menace, gnawing through the structural integrity of wooden items. When faced with an infested piece, one might ponder the severity of the infestation. Is it truly beyond salvaging? Could professional pest control measures restore the furniture’s integrity, or is the risk of further infestation too great to justify keeping it? Beyond mere practicality, there exists an emotional attachment to furniture that often complicates one’s decision-making process. What factors should one consider? The type of wood, extent of damage, and even the potential for associated costs in remediation—are all these elements pivotal in this dilemma? Furthermore, can treatment options be effective enough to warrant saving a cherished item, or is it wiser to part ways with the infestation altogether? These considerations can weigh heavily on any consumer’s conscience.