What can I put under my bird's cage for easy clean up?

[moroi55]

So my Jenday has developed the skill of pooping outside of his cage when he's in the cage.... My carpet does not appreciate this and I'm sure my landlord will appreciate it less. Any recommendations of something to go under his cage> I've considered an office chair mat but am open for any ideas!

 

[Laurasea]

I'm waiting too!!

 

[SailBoat]

Our noted family with a new Human baby and Adult Amazon was first to report using a sheet (squares) of Linoleum Flooring under Kiwi's cage!

Linoleum Flooring can be purchased in sheet form (you cut to size) or in square pieces that one lays on a solid base.

My recommendation is to obtain a 4' x 8' sheet of 3/4" (19mm) plywood and for a single cage application cut to a 4' x 6' section. Near all Big Box Stores and Lumber Yards will cut the plywood to size. NOTE: Likely will need a friend with a Van or Pickup Truck to take home.

At the Big Box or Hardware Store, buy metal edging to hold the corners and edges in place. Yes, you will want to file or sandpaper the corners smooth.

Near all adhesives are Water Based and have little to no off-gassing, but ask before you buy!

FYI: Macine clean the carpet prior to setting in place!!!

Works great over carpet...

 

[Jcusano]

Great idea! Can explain more about the metal strips, are how did you attach them and what the purpose is?


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[SailBoat]

Great idea! Can explain more about the metal strips, are how did you attach them and what the purpose is?
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The metal (commonly Aluminum) 'edging' prevents the edge and corners from lifting /not setting down properly. They are commonly seen in the transition from one type of flooring to another like at doorways, etc... Commonly, this transition metal edging is screwed down.

 

[noodles123]

I use plastic hallway runners with the spikes on the bottom (cut them to fit around cage-the are cheap and cleanable). Do wipe the down/ let them air-out for a few days when you first get them (away from bird- just in case).

 

[wrench13]

We use the aforesaid office chair mat, for my money its the heapest,, easiest solution.Try to find a smooth surrfaced one, muuchh easier tto clean.

 

[bill_e]

It's transparent, large, machine washable and 10 bucks delivered from Amazon. It is what I use under her play stands.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00TOKRSZM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[Scott]

I use clear sections of rolled painter's plastic cut to fit. For minor foot traffic, the 2mm thickness suffices. If covering a large area with plenty of walking, the 4mm variety is better. Even the 2mm permits frequent sweeping with broom, and I change every few days.