PVC Playstands?

[Kiwi & Co.]

I’ve seen a lot of cool PVC playstands, and I hope to build one in the future, I’m not sure how I would design one. One question I have is do you build a base to catch poop, or just put some newspaper under it and switch it out when it gets dirty? And do PVC pipes come in a diameter suitable for budgies? I know that Vet Wrap is needed, but how often should it be replaced?

If you have a PVC stand, please post a photo(s) of it! I’m not sure when I’d make one, but I hope to make it some time soon!

 

[Ali]

There was a thread recently with a lot of PVC playstands, but I don't seem to be able to find it! I can't remember who posted either!

Let me have a think!

Also, I would say the need for a base is totally up to you, if you are okay with swapping out newspaper, it is certainly easier to make in the first place!

 

[Ali]

And do PVC pipes come in a diameter suitable for budgies?

I am not sure about US, but I know we have varying sizes here, some of which are bound to be perfect for budgies

 

[Kiwi & Co.]

I am not sure about US, but I know we have varying sizes here, some of which are bound to be perfect for budgies

Found it! Do you think 1/2“ or 3/4“ is better?

https://www.lowes.com/pd/Charlotte-Pipe-3-4-in-dia-x-10-ft-L-200-PSI-SDR-21-PVC-Pipe/3133103

https://www.lowes.com/pd/Charlotte-Pipe-1-2-in-dia-x-10-ft-L-600-PSI-PVC-Pipe/3133079?cm_mmc=shp-_-c-_-prd-_-rpe-_-google-_-lia-_-142-_-pressurepipeandfittings-_-3133079-_-0&store_code=2327&placeholder=null&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIoMCRmOXe6gIVAr7ACh0wrgKBEAQYAiABEgLnNPD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

 

[Ali]

I read something about feet not overlapping and going about 2/3 of the way around. How long are budgies feet?!

 

[Kiwi & Co.]

I read something about feet not overlapping and going about 2/3 of the way around. How long are budgies feet?!

Not sure

I think I’ll just go with the 3/4 when I make this then, because it should be thick enough.

 

[Ali]

because it should be thick enough.

Maybe, probably about right for conures too

 

[Ali]

There was a thread recently with a lot of PVC playstands, but I don't seem to be able to find it! I can't remember who posted either!

Let me have a think!

Also, I would say the need for a base is totally up to you, if you are okay with swapping out newspaper, it is certainly easier to make in the first place!

Found it! @Leih

Need inspiration and tips for making a parrot pvc playgym.

so i wanna make a play gym for my cockatiel and 2 budgies from pvc pipes and i lack the imagination. if anyone could help me come up with something, or link a video or image of a nice play gym it would be helpful :-D (side note: is a 3cms (1,18 inches) a good diameter for a pvc pipe to use for...

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[Kiwi & Co.]

Found it! @Leih

Need inspiration and tips for making a parrot pvc playgym.

so i wanna make a play gym for my cockatiel and 2 budgies from pvc pipes and i lack the imagination. if anyone could help me come up with something, or link a video or image of a nice play gym it would be helpful :-D (side note: is a 3cms (1,18 inches) a good diameter for a pvc pipe to use for...

forums.avianavenue.com

Looks like 1/2“ is best then!

 

[RainbowFlo]

All I know is they are great ! There are way more knowledgeable people on here than me though so I can't really help I'd love to make one but I can't fund the pipes Hope your fids enjoy it!

 

[SkyLark]

I made one a little while ago! (And a shower perch to go with it ) I used 1/2” piping for it, I thought the 3/4” one might have been too thick. I got the “vet wrap” from petco (it was marked as dog bandages...?) and got stainless steel hooks to screw onto it to hang toys. It still needs a few touch ups here and there, but other than that it’s pretty much done. I’ll post a pic later.

 

[Kiwi & Co.]

I made one a little while ago! (And a shower perch to go with it ) I used 1/2” piping for it, I thought the 3/4” one might have been too thick. I got the “vet wrap” from petco (it was marked as dog bandages...?) and got stainless steel hooks to screw onto it to hang toys. It still needs a few touch ups here and there, but other than that it’s pretty much done. I’ll post a pic later.

Can’t wait to see it!

 

[Jisoo]

 

[Ali]

What is that conure wearing!?!?

 

[RainbowFlo]

What is that conure wearing!?!?

Some sort flightsuit. Forgotten the name but they have velcro leahes attached. I don't personally like them though

Edit: Something like this... FeatherWear™ FlightSuits™ Bird Diapers | Avian Fashions

 

[Ali]

Some sort flightsuit. Forgotten the name but they have velcro leahes attached. I don't personally like them though

Yeah, it looks to have wing holes too, which I don't agree with.

 

[Jisoo]

its probably a bird harness so that she can walk her bird outside without it flying away

 

[Ali]

its probably a bird harness so that she can walk her bird outside without it flying away

Yes, but it doesn't seem as friendly as avian web etc.

 

[SkyLark]

@Kiwi's Mom here’s the pics

or pic, I should say

 

[SkyLark]

(It needs more toys)