Cooler weather could bring a silverfish 'invasion' to the UK, some experts have warned.

The insects can be a pest to homeowners as they enjoy devouring the sugar and starch from household items such as: books, photographs, documents and wallpaper.

They do not bite or sting humans, but can reportedly trigger allergies to those intolerant to other bugs.

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Heavy duty solutions include purchasing a dehumidifier and utilising lavender fragrances are successful methods to eliminate them.

Andy Ellis, bathroom specialist at Vidalux, insisted Brits take immediate action as the bugs can be annoying to catch, The Express reports.

Mr Ellis said: "The silver-scaled bugs are one of the most frustrating pro

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