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    Reflective Insulation - Anyone use it in their coop?

    Hello, can I install this on the outside of my metal shed wall? It's corrugated but also has more air gaps than from inside of coop. I have only the foil sheet, not the bubble integrated. I'm in North Texas and trying to keep inside cool as possible. For the roof I will do it from underside of...
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    Using Shredded Paper for Coop Litter - As Good As Wood Chips?

    Plastic doesn't decompose. I cut all stickers, tape, everything except for cardboard.
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    Sapphire Olive Egger journey

    I'm following this! I'm going to pick up my (4) 8 week old chicks at local farm beginning of April! I'm nervous and excited as a first timer. I didn't see much info on them but only read they do will in warmer climate then others, calm and docile, not as broody (crossing fingers) and...
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    Tarp color for Run roof, does it matter?

    i'm in dallas texas, should i get black or white shade cloth for summer? i cant find any data on how much cooler it makes.
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    Do you use nest mats/pads?

    hi JT, did you get that mat from HD and its rubber side on bottom? can you share a link to that mat? i'm wondering how and when you clean it if chickens make a mess. how much cleaning and how easy is it to dry before you put back in? did you have to cut the mat down to size?
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    Who insulates their coop in Texas?

    Hello, I'm in Dallas. I have metal shed and it's 100 degrees inside it. It's partially delete it by a tree but still inside is so hot. I also cut out windows on opposite size of the window and I made an open door frame to let air come through. What are value of insulation? Would you recommend...
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