Concrete Birdbath
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Jlmccracken
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My friend was going to pitch this concrete birdbath, and I decided I would take it and try to strip the layers of paint off of and seal. Maybe also add some color to it. I've never done anything like this... Any suggestion?
Concrete birdbath I need to strip paint off of and seal. (1)
6 answers
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If you're going to keep it as a bird bath be careful what you use on it. It could leave residual effects that may hurt or kill wildlife.
Tanya Morris Daub
on Sep 17, 2013
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@ I would remove the paint by either using a blow torch or sand blaster, depending on what kind of paint it is. I prefer the look of stone or concrete that has been aged a bit with moss on it, rather than paint which most likely will just peel off. If it's leaking, and can't be used for a birdbath, make it into a succulent planter. Can't wait to see how it turns out!
Drought Smart Plants
on Sep 17, 2013
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If it was me I'd spray paint it and fill it with succulents. Easy fix!
Victoria
on Sep 17, 2013
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I'd try pressure washing it first.
Tracy
on Sep 17, 2013
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or you could clean it well, paint it some beautiful colors and place a large saucer in the center for the water.
GranArt
on Sep 17, 2013
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I agree with Tanya Morris Daub and Drought Smart Plants comments. Take care what you use as you may do the birds more harm than good. If you were using it as a planter rather than a birdbath, you would still need to exercise some care in the chemicals you use. I prefer the natural, aged look for that style of birdbath too. I think strong colours in birdbaths belong with the glazed ones. I think yours might look better left natural. Just my humble opinion!
Carole
on Sep 17, 2013
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