Can I use creosote on my chicken coop?

Creosote is banned for sale to the general public in some parts of the world so you might not be able to get hold of it but it can be used to treat a chicken coop. You will need personal protective equipment including a respirator for applying creosote and it will need to dry completely before the hens move in.

Does treated wood affect chickens?

When chickens scratched the ground, they could poison themselves with arsenic. They also could ingest arsenic or inhale the fumes from the treated lumber if their coops or perches were made from treated lumber.

Does creosote stop red mite?

There are no products licensed to treat hens against red mite which go on the bird. After the mites have gone, paint the ends of the perches with creosote, which does kill mites. Do not paint the whole house with creosote, you would kill the hens as it is very toxic.

What is the number one killer of chickens?

This study has shown that infectious diseases are the main killer of backyard chickens.

How long does creosote take to dry?

24 to 48 hours
In ideal conditions, creosote will take 24 to 48 hours to dry.

Is Creocote harmful to chickens?

creosote is good, but there are better alternatives for chickens that are not as harmfull. creosote fumes are not good for chucks. poultry shield, or stanoslan f will do the job, and diatom on a regular basis will work.

What is the best wood to use for a chicken coop?

The Best Wood for Chicken Coops Tropical hardwoods and redwood are naturally resistant to rot and make a good choice but can be more costly than manufactured wood. So it will depend on your budget and the size of the coop you have in mind. Many chicken owners select a softwood, such as pine, spruce, or hemlock.

What wood is toxic to chickens?

Cedar shavings are incredibly toxic to chickens.

What is poultry shield?

Poultry Shield is a multipurpose cleaner, sanitiser and odour neutralizer. Works equally well with hard or soft water and is unaffected by temperature fluctuations.

Can Deosect be used on chickens?

Is deosect licensed for poultry use Mrs Ploppy? No it’s not licenced for poultry Rob. It lasts for such a long time because it has a very high residue level. This means that the active ingredient cypermethrin will get into the eggs (and meat if you eat the birds).

What animal protects chickens?

Livestock guardian dogs are probably the most popular and well-known animal used to protect chickens. Dogs are intelligent, trainable, good companions, and quite frightening to a lot of different kinds of wildlife.