I have two "squirrel baffles" which will be used outside to prevent squirrels getting to bird feeders. If this rust treatment is applied, does it have to be painted afterwards?
1504947
Doesn't have to be. But a topcoat will be beneficial for extended rust protection
655577
what ever you dont want to show peeling so on wire brush sand paper so on by no means do you have to get rld of all the rust this paint stops the rust and encapulates it remember they suggest to top coat this paint after proper drying you may use a color on top if you wish i suggest regular rust olium
1801475
I have the Coveside panoramic feeder. There is no finish that I see on mine. They have kept it quite natural. I have other types of window feeders and the same with those also. If you were to put certain finishes on it, it might make the birds sick. I'm happy with mine. My older window feeder has been in the window for probably 5 years or more and no damage to that wood either. You will be happy, I'm sure.
2242745
I think any discoloration ads to the fountain. I would not put a coating or anything on it because then you have to worry about that pealing off. Let it be rustic.
707110
I have a painting that has been outside 5 years and there is no rust or change in the wire. It is a somewhat protected area, no rain..slight sun. I have used this wire that long and would use nothing else. Susan
398370
thin metal that rusts easily. I keep a can of spray paint outside. Whenever I clean the bowl I spray all rust spots. Keep unit covered and moisture OUT of the bowl
759103
We have not had any problems with rust. We live in Wisconsin so it is not as consistently humid here as it is where you are. My sister, who lives in St. Louis, is the one who suggested this feeder to us and she has not had rust issues. I'd contact Brome. We lost perches and they immediately replaced them, even though we'd had the feeder for over a year. Maybe they can send you new perches, coated with something rust-proof. It's worth a try.
1525919
Mine always gets a lot of bird droppings on it but it just washes off with a hose. Here in NM it is really dry so rusting is not a problem. If you are worried about rust, get a can of clear Rustoleum and spray it on the metal surfaces. It is easy to do.
104353
I haven't prevented the rust. Perhaps spraying it with some clear sealer would work.
1965024
I did. The item has a coating on it to prevent it from rusting. Wash well with soap and water, let dry and it should be fine.
458654
Hi Nathan, I agree with MOzarkian regarding the spray. I'd make sure to cover the entire piece, front and back well. I live in Florida, and we too decorate outside walls......clear sealant is my best friend!!! You might have less issue with rust as where you are it is a much drier climate.
1403716
Yes, I believe it would rust over time. But, if you painted the roof and other outside of cage areas with a rustoleum type paint, that might give it a longer life.
219687
They need to be applied to the exterior of the window so the proper side that the birds see is out. The window needs to be cleaned before applying.
36753
No only paint the outside. For the inside use vegetable oil here and there to keep the inside from rusting.
527312
I'm not able to tell by viewing it if it is painted or not. If this feeder is painted the manufacturer did a good job. I purchased the feeder late last Summer and put it into use immediately. It had been washed weekly up to the time it was put away (after the humming birds left the area for the Winter). The feeder was/is just as vivid and new looking as the day I received it. There are no scratches, scoring, chip spots, peeling or marks that would suggest a poor paint job if it is indeed painted.
952801
Ron and Starvn are correct, I have a baffle on it and I don't have a problem with the squirrels. "No name's" suggestion to keep it away from trees is also recommended. Good Luck.
1146626
If there is a chip in the paint it will rust. We got covers to protect them.