paint fumes

ok..I'm guessing this is a stupid question, but I really have to paint my daughter's bedroom and our precious bp, Dakota, lives in there. Are the fumes harmful? Do I have to move him to another room? Given that she's away in college - it's the quietest room in the house. I'm not sure how Dakota will feel about a move out of that room. In fact, it's really Dakota's room.....

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Originally Posted by cheryls

ok..I'm guessing this is a stupid question, but I really have to paint my daughter's bedroom and our precious bp, Dakota, lives in there. Are the fumes harmful? Do I have to move him to another room? Given that she's away in college - it's the quietest room in the house. I'm not sure how Dakota will feel about a move out of that room. In fact, it's really Dakota's room.....

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Yes, it's harmful....if you cover the tank tonight and move it when you're ready to paint...he may not pay much mind at all

that's a good plan. I could just keep the sides covered during his vacation in another room and he might not notice the activity so much - light, movement, etc. How long do you think one has to wait until he moves back in? Until the actual project is complete or all trace of new paint is gone?

I would wait till all the smell is gone....remember that the snake has heat on him and the fumes will be stronger for him

I waited three weeks after putting up a painted border...lol....but then again, I kinda liked having them all over the house...:D