Paint

[ExtraterrestrialGuy]

I was wondering if there was anything toxic in watercolour paints that would make it dangerous to use in the same room as my bird?

 

[Pajarita]

I don't quite understand the question... do you mean that you leave them open and within their reach? If so, just put them away.

 

[ExtraterrestrialGuy]

Sorry, I should have been more clear. I mean the smell of paint, not the bird being in physical contact with it.

 

[MarciaLove]

the smell of any paint is toxic to birds they have such sensitive respiratory systems!

 

[Mayden]

From what I can recall, watercolour being toxic... no. I'll do some research into that though first. Just for now, don't paint near your birds until we find a definite answer.

 

[Mayden]

Basically, all the information I've come across so far is saying that 'water based paints' (water colours and others that are waterbased) are fine, but - for double safety, I'd advise another room, with the window open.

Oh, and don't use solvent cleaners for your brushes and such!

 

[mrgoogls]

I am very careful when having anything with any fumes near cooper. but water based paint shouldn't do much, but your bird might be uncomfortable/. I would move him/her as far away as possible with a window open.

 

[ExtraterrestrialGuy]

Thanks for the replies. I'll paint in another room just to be safe.