How to Remove Latex Paint From Bird Feathers

Latex paint is often used on the exterior as well as the interior of the home. It is more difficult to remove than oil based paints. A bird often flies near the home after it has been painted or your pet birds get it on their feathers. There is a process you can follow to remove the paint but it can sometimes take several days to remove it.

How to Remove Latex Paint From Bird Feathers

Materials Needed

• Clean cloths


• Isopropyl alcohol


• Bird treats


• Water


• Bird grooming product

1. Wet a cloth with isopropyl alcohol. Apply water to the alcohol to dilute the alcohol with about 30 percent water. You do not want to apply the alcohol without diluting it first because it will harm the bird.


2. Slowly go up to the bird so you do not scare it away. Once you get the bird, hold it gently to clean it. Give the bird a treat or cover its eyes with a cloth to help keep the bird calm.


3. Dab the paint with the alcohol and water soaked cloth to soften the paint. You want to dab the paint but try not to saturate the bird with the liquid. Repeat this step at least seven times and allow the bird to dry.


4. You will have to continue this step for several days if the paint is not removed. You want to try to remove it so the bird does not lose all of its feathers from the chemicals.


5. Once the paint is removed, spray a grooming product for birds all over the bird. This product usually contains isopropyl alcohol but it is safe for birds.


6. Check the bird again and see if all of the paint is removed from the feathers.