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chinnie slave
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- Apr 5, 2012
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I am picking up two Ferret Nation's tomorrow off Craigslist for my chinnies. The price is super cheap because the cages need some work, so I came here looking for advice on how to safely refinish them.
Attached are pictures the person sent me for reference. This is one of the cages - the other is in a bit worse shape rust-wise.
My plan of action was to clean them first off with a hose if they are still as dirty as in the pictures! Ick. Then clean them with a solution of vinegar and water. Afterwards, I want to scrub the rusted spots down with a wire brush or steel wool - then paint over the spots if possible. If someone can recommend a good lead and zinc free paint that is safe for chinchillas, that would be great. I have plenty of time to let it dry completely and then clean the cage again to make sure everything is off.
I also plan to most likely toss and replace the pans once I see them. Of course the ramps will be gone, too. I'm still deciding whether to use fleece liners or tile the cage since my father-in-law does tile floors.
Any recommendations or critiques towards fixing up/restoring the cages would be much appreciated. Thanks!
Attached are pictures the person sent me for reference. This is one of the cages - the other is in a bit worse shape rust-wise.
My plan of action was to clean them first off with a hose if they are still as dirty as in the pictures! Ick. Then clean them with a solution of vinegar and water. Afterwards, I want to scrub the rusted spots down with a wire brush or steel wool - then paint over the spots if possible. If someone can recommend a good lead and zinc free paint that is safe for chinchillas, that would be great. I have plenty of time to let it dry completely and then clean the cage again to make sure everything is off.
I also plan to most likely toss and replace the pans once I see them. Of course the ramps will be gone, too. I'm still deciding whether to use fleece liners or tile the cage since my father-in-law does tile floors.
Any recommendations or critiques towards fixing up/restoring the cages would be much appreciated. Thanks!