is it necessary to paint the inside of the coop?

[SqueakyRoseShalom]

is it necessary to paint the inside of the coop? and if yes, do i just use regular house paint? also, is it ok if my ramp to the coop is a little steep? dimensions- 4ft. long ramp going 2.5 feet off of the ground. I figure that i can just put the little "steps" (strips of wood) closer together, right?

 

[stuhayes2010]

No need to paint.

Steep steps are fine. They'll figure out how to get up there.

 

[dadsdeercamp]

from minnesota

 

[Judy]

Welcome!

Lots of people do paint the inside with a semi gloss or gloss because it makes cleaning easier. But, no, there is no need at all.

 

[Fireflyjunction]

from KS!

I painted the insides of my coop with a semi-gloss after about a year with my chickens and found it really does help with the clean up. I recommend an earth-tone paint if the poop stains are going to be an issue (I admit it, I'm a clean freak). Do you have to? Nope. I've heard the paint can make them sick if they eat it but so far nobody's been chewing down on the walls.

 

[wekiva bird]

and

from south carolina/fla.

I paint the inside of mine it helps keep clean and to keep mites out.

 

[shellz131]

 

[PHarris985]

I like your idea of painting the inside, I also am a neat freak and just want to be able to clean it fast and easy.
Patty

 

[Wild Trapper]

from Ohio

Paint or not, it's your choice, chickens won't care. Might have a small landing at the entrance to the coop at the top of the steps, they'll figure it out.

 

[4-H chicken mom]

and

from Ohio.