New coop; paint inside?

[Colberon]

I have read some say they have painted the inside of their coop to deter mites; is this proven or a myth? We have had mite problems every year and spend many hours cleaning with Permethrin, etc. and are able to get rid of them. We have a new coop almost complete and if there are ideas on how to prevent mites I'm all ears.

 

[cavemanrich]

I will be watching this thread to hear what preventive measures others apply. My opinion on the paint is,,,
Paint is good to preserve the wood. A clean coop interior
Paint may seal off many of the small/tiny places where mites may hide.

WISHING YOU BEST,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

 

[Isadora]

Paint may seal off many of the small/tiny places where mites may hide.

That was my understanding as to why paint helps with mite prevention.

 

[littlecoopnextdoor]

I painted mine with glossy outdoor paint to make it easier to clean and preserve the wood from the poops

 

[mowin]

I can see where some cracks would be filled in or over, but I don't see painting as something that's going to eliminate mites. Too many nooks and crannies that paint isn't going to cover.
But painted does look nice.