Best Wood Sealer for Coop?

[Pooze]

Hey guys,
So I am putting together a pre fab coop for my 4 chicks and I want to seal the wood as I am assembling it. what do you guys recommend as a sealer for a coop that is clear and won't leave a noxious odor for the birds on the inside? thanks!

 

[EggSighted4Life]

Hi, welcome to BYC!

I just used the Thompson water seal on mine (inside and out) and let it air out before moving birds in. It seems fine.

 

[HenOnAJuneBug]

Hi, welcome to BYC!

I just used the Thompson water seal on mine (inside and out) and let it air out before moving birds in. It seems fine.

That's probably what I'd use. If it's good enough for decks it will be for walls.

 

[Birdpants]

Is the process 1) sand inside and out, 2) seal inside and out, 3) paint the outside? I plan on using 3/4” pine plywood. Thanks!

 

[Birdpants]

...or is it sand, prime/paint exterior and then seal both internal and external? (Can you tell I have no idea what I’m doing?)

 

[Tonyroo]

If your using a new plywood, clean the wood with damp cloth remove all dust then apply the waterproof stain or sealer. Wait for it to dry, then done.

I used a waterproof stain and it definitely repels water, brand was Behr at Homedepot.

 

[Birdpants]

If your using a new plywood, clean the wood with damp cloth remove all dust then apply the waterproof stain or sealer. Wait for it to dry, then done.

I used a waterproof stain and it definitely repels water, brand was Behr at Homedepot.

Many many thanks!