Posts by mat2dong

Here is all my updates on this grazing frame:) Frame 1 Frame 2 Frame 3

Quote:Originally Posted by MoonShadows Do a search on here for hardware cloth. You'll find numerous threads and places where people buy it cheaper than your local hardware store. With shipping Moon? That would be great!!

Quote:Originally Posted by MoonShadows I never thought of it that way. If the wood lasts only a couple of years, it's cheaper than using something more expensive that will last 10 years. Agreed:) These are just kind of expendable...

Quote:Originally Posted by strssdmom Love the idea!  I still have to build my runs and I think I will install a few of these at the end of the runs.  Where do you get hardware cloth?  I think that is what you called it.  Is that...

Quote:Originally Posted by aart OK well, I found it confusing....just some constructive critique..... also didn't see how you attached the hardware cloth, but maybe I missed it. Sorry:( Next time I will move a little slower. I don't...

Quote:Originally Posted by MoonShadows Looks like he is using plain pine boards, which rot pretty fast. I don't think you would want to use pressure treated around where the chickens are grazing. Is there any other material you...

Quote:Originally Posted by aart You're going to turn that over right? Grazing frames usually have the hardware cloth on the top and are just layed on the ground where the grass is already growing, not filled with dirt and planting...

Quote:Originally Posted by fishon very cool! Agreed:) ^^^^^

Quote:Originally Posted by LeJeune1 Thanks for the post.  I know they will appreciate it.  I do not have carpentry skills, but this gave me an idea to do something similar. Cool!! Please be sure to post your idea so others can get...

Hi you guys:) Yesterday I built a grazing frame for my chickens, and wouldn't you know it, I got it on video! LoL!! The purpose in making this was to give my chickens fresh greens while they're in their pinned area! This frame allows...