SRSeedBurners Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 We're getting new floors and new countertops. I'm wondering about the safety of the birds. I took a pic of the urethane they will be using. Anyone had their floors redone around their birds? Ours will be locked away in their own room but I'm not sure that's enough. Although it will be a major PITA, I also have the option of moving them into the RV. Of course I will have to move in there with them. A bird sitter is another option but the only one I know of is the breeder where we got Greycie and that's a 2+ hour drive away. Plus the job is going to take around 5 days. Bostik BST Urethane - wood flooring urethane adhesive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
forummehta Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 If you can keep your greys in a different room from where the work is going to be done..and which has a window to give them some fresh air..then I guess it would be fine. Anyway, 5 days isn't too long. If theres no option, you cn just take them to your friend/neighbor/relative's place during the day and get them back home by night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danmcq Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 Defo on keeping your grey in a different room. The vapors could certainly be lethal. You will need to ensure those vapors are not in your room. If they are, then housing out in your RV or other place would be the safest. The data sheet warnings: WARNING: Combustible liquid and vapor. Harmful if swallowed. Inhaling vapors harmful. May cause eye, skin and respiratory tract irritation. PRECAUTIONS: Keep away from Sparks and Flames. Do not smoke, extinguish all flames and turn off stoves, heaters, electric motors and other sources of ignition during use and until all vapors are gone. Avoid contact with mouth, eyes, skin and clothing. Wear chemical resistant gloves and clothing during handling. Avoid prolonged exposure to vapors. Use with adequate ventilation. Prevent build up of vapors by opening all windows and doors to achieve cross- ventilation. Wash thoroughly after handling. Store container in a clean, dry area. Follow all warnings and precautions with empty container as residues may remain. Do not reuse container without professional cleaning. FIRST AID: If overcome by vapors, remove to fresh air and call a physician. If necessary give artificial respiration or oxygen. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes and skin with water and call a physician. If ingested, DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Immediately contact a hospital or poison control center. Remove contaminated clothing to prevent further exposure. FOR INDUSTRIAL USE ONLY. SEE MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave007 Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 We're getting new floors and new countertops. I'm wondering about the safety of the birds. I took a pic of the urethane they will be using. Anyone had their floors redone around their birds? Ours will be locked away in their own room but I'm not sure that's enough. Although it will be a major PITA, I also have the option of moving them into the RV. Of course I will have to move in there with them. A bird sitter is another option but the only one I know of is the breeder where we got Greycie and that's a 2+ hour drive away. Plus the job is going to take around 5 days. Bostik BST Urethane - wood flooring urethane adhesive [ATTACH]24575[/ATTACH] I know that the material being used is extremely toxic. Birds plus other animals would have to be removed. People need to be extremely careful. It's toxic to them too. The chemicals used in urethane adhessive ( no matter what brand) are extremely strong and most important of all, it may take a little more than 5 days to disappear. I've gone through the whole floor remodel thing. If you can move into an RV, fine but I would feel good bringing my birds to a breeder/vet/friend/neighbor/relatives. Think about that 2 1/2 hr trip. People drive more that to check out and or purchase birds. According to my calculations that would be about 135/150 miles. I need to travel that much to visit my son. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvparrots Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 You might try asking your local veterinarian to board your birds. I replaced all my floors with tile or hardwood before I got my first parrot. Well worth it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kins2321@yahoo.com Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 I agree this is a trip to the RV. Think of it as a " grand sleepover!" Even though it may take five days, anticiptate a 10 day stay. Birds are very susceptable to fumes. They can't even handle " Yankee candles." Nancy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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