Will this box need to be painted or treated in any way to prevent rot?
772491
You may wish to treat for the benefit of the bats depending on your climate. It is recommended to paint the roof and sides brown or black in colder climates to keep the bats warm (see map). Do not paint the inside or the landing area so the paint does not affect the bats. This map has color recommendations based on climate:http://www.batcon.org/pdfs/bathouses/ColorRecs.pdf
772492
You may wish to treat for the benefit of the bats depending on your climate. It is recommended to paint the roof and sides brown or black in colder climates to keep the bats warm (see map). Do not paint the inside or the landing area so the paint does not affect the bats. This map has color recommendations based on climate: http://www.batcon.org/pdfs/bathouses/ColorRecs.pdf
772493
DO NOT treat it as it could harm the bats or even make them avoid the shelter. I have mine on one side of my house (gable end) and it still is 100% intact after about 6 years or more.
772494
The bat house doesn't need to be painted. In fact it's recommended that you don't paint it. Our's still looks new after a year and a half.
2224183
As long as the package remains sealed, probably at least several months . . . I've had it sit that long during hot summers with no ill effects.
501455
Good question, I leave it on the counter and have had no spoil or mold issues.
1741986
I'd run a strip of tape or a strap around the box, just for insurance, because it's possible the handle/lock could be hit and lifted up. The box itself will survive nearly anything!
104353
I haven't prevented the rust. Perhaps spraying it with some clear sealer would work.
1941715
It is painted. I am sure it could be sanded but it would be better to just get one plain and do it yourself. It is such a nice board it would Be a shame to redo it.
201295
It has a semi gloss finish to it. I think it would be fine to paint as long as it was either primed or slightly sanded. There are parts where some baskets have roughed up the shelves and those spots would easily be painted. This particular item has really held up great over the years and it will last a long time. Very well built. Good luck!
775212
It never had a mold problem - although, it (the box) had a strong chemical smell when first opened. I assumed at the time that it had been crudely treated to prevent mold and or vermin in storage. The odour has since dissipated. Otherwise, it operated as described so am basically satisfied. Jim
2077775
I don't live in snow country; I'm in Texas. The post is heavy duty, the box is a medium grade thickness. If your expecting snow plows, I would place a plastic trash can over it to absorb the impact and not scratch the paint on the box.
1707210
You could definitely paint the box. The finish in it isn't so heavy (varnish) that the paint wouldn't stick. I actually think that it would be a nice finish if part of the wood was exposed in some spots. Good luck!
1224433
No. If it arrives undamaged, parts complete and you assemble it properly it should last a lifetime. It's very well built.
899037
My husband, who uses the stuff, says he's never noticed any deterioration (he usually starts the last bottle in the bulk package about 3 months after we bought it). We do, however, store the unused bottles in their original boxes and in a dark closet, which could help protect them.
1244301
It is unfinished and fairly well sanded. You would be able to paint it right out of the box before assembling.
969693
so far I've just kept it in the box covered and a cool place so far no problems. Hope this helps you.
1689589
I have not open the box as of yet it remains sealed so I wouldn't be able to respond to your question. I hope that when I do open the box everything is intact .
1412674
not at all. the box and contents were in fine condition when i received my shipment. hope this helps.
2243376
Probably, I would sand it down a little first though. If it doesn't match u could tape it off and spray it with some rustoleum spray paint.