Are Paint Fumes Dangerous?

[Lloyd Heilbrunn]

I'm getting some minor painting done in my house this weekend.I'm covering my fish aquariums since I know the fumes can adversely effect the fish.Can paint fumes have any effect on my snakes, and if so,what is the best way to protect them?? Thanks.

[Lucille]

Petroleum based fumes are more dangerous than latex based fumes. 'Quick-dry' petroleum base coats like Kilz are particularly noxious.

I would call the painter, get the brand name and look up the cautionary statements online.
Many latex based paints have low vocs and are not particularly toxic, although when I paint I do move critters out to fresh air until the paint has dried.

[Chris@TSE]

Well I dont think that they would be beneficial...... :)

As a precaution I would move them to a well ventilated room, can't hurt being safe.

[Lloyd Heilbrunn]

Thanks!!

[The BoidSmith]

Yes they are!! The first thing you will see in your snakes as a result of the fumes are CNS symptoms, particularly incoordination. Let everything ventilate for several days before putting animals back in.