Hi all,
I might be over thinking this, but what's the best way to clean one of the little wicker style nests?
Will soaking it be sufficient? Or do I need to take to it with an old toothbrush?
Furthermore, how clean should a nest be when it's in use for a fair amount of time?
Thanks in advance!
Cleaning Used Nest
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Re: Cleaning Used Nest
You really can't clean them, they are a one-time item.
By first soaking them in soapy water for a while, you can brush them so they look clean. But pathogens could be lurking in the fibers. Even disinfectants aren't reliable for cleaning wood.
By first soaking them in soapy water for a while, you can brush them so they look clean. But pathogens could be lurking in the fibers. Even disinfectants aren't reliable for cleaning wood.
Dave
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Re: Cleaning Used Nest
I was coming to ask this same question. Good to know. Thanks!
Gail
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*Three Owl finches, 2 Zebra finches, a cat, one painted turtle, one red-eared slider, and too many fish*