Yes, definitely be careful when using the metal as it does get HOT.
If you have a cool barn that you will be using, then the metal won't get too hot.
Inside a chicken coop gets very warm during the summer.
We moved to a new house and acquired an old bookcase the previous owners had left behind.
I thought it would make an excellent nest box(es).
I also put a planter on the floor for those hens who want to lay low.
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Thank you, cptbahama, for the pics!
We are in the process of building our nestboxes and they will look almost identical to yours.
Your pics have helped me get a visual of what I'm trying to do.