Yes, termites can get in your bed, but it’s uncommon. Termites are more interested in wooden structures than fabric or mattresses. If your bed frame, headboard, or nearby furniture is made of wood, & there’s a termite infestation in your home, they could invade those wooden parts.

How Termites Might End Up in Your Bed

• Wooden Bed Frames or Headboards – Drywood termites can infest these if they’re untreated or already compromised.

• Nearby Infestation – If termites are in your walls or flooring, they might spread to nearby wood, including parts of your bed.

• Moisture and Darkness – These conditions attract termites, so if your room is damp, it’s more susceptible.

Signs to Watch For

• Tiny holes or tunnels in wooden bed parts

• Sawdust-like droppings (called frass) around the frame

• Hollow-sounding wood when tapped

How to Protect Your Bed

• Keep your room dry & well-ventilated

• Inspect & treat wooden furniture regularly

• Use termite-resistant materials or treated wood for bed frames