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Thread Catch-up Time August 19, 2023 Got the lumber for my shade cloth project. They had some in bundles of 12, so I bought a bundle instead of 6 or so. September 9, 2023 I need to start securing the tarp/shade cloth to the coop. I have the lumber and the shade cloth. I bought the bolts...

I think I will buy extra lumber, to attach the front shade cloth as well! 🤔

Started the process... New cloth laid on top, covering the tarps: (right/woods side) It's not square, was probably woven or cut on a bias (diagonal) :barnie Back view... what do I do with all the extra? I don't want to cut it and regret it. 🤔 I pulled the cloth towards the front, making an...

I think I will go with my original thought of covering and securing the current tarps under the extra shade cloth. To Do This Weekend Lay second shade cloth over coop (with helpers!) Adjust to cover current tarps Fit it to coop Attach with zip-ties/bungees (temporarily) Measure for wood strips...

I guess I need to expedite the coop updates, including the ground anchors: There's an increased chance of hurricanes in the forecast! :eek:

Below is a list of hoop coop builds I found with a search...have fun! Pros and Cons https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/hoop-coop-pros-and-cons.1154750/ Top Ten https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/top-10-hoop-coop-ideas.76490/...

Ooh! Look what I found! https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/top-10-hoop-coop-ideas.76490/

This one has metal sides/roof: https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/the-biddie-bordello-a-hoop-coop-run-combo.72189/

Elsewhere on BYC someone recommended this company, for tarps. The white ones are 12ml thick: https://thetarpswholesaler.com/extra-heavy-duty-white-tarps-12-x-16-mp-998 They also have hay tarps: https://thetarpswholesaler.com/specialty-uses/hay-tarps The prices aren't bad, but would...

You're the second person to recommend attaching the tarp to wood, sounds like a good suggestion. Thanks!

I know... :oops: :oops::oops:

Most of my airflow is at ground level, though one end is totally open. The other end has a tarp from about 24" above the ground. I have ground anchors for the four corners, just haven't installed them yet. :oops:

Thanks! I'm letting this issue percolate in my brain, and love all the input.

I think I am going to put the shade cloth on as a temporary measure, to keep the tarp from degrading as quickly. The use of billboard material is distinctly possible, but I would want white/light on the outside, and I would need to rig a secure but moveable method of attaching it in case of...

This is the shade cloth I have (14'x16'): It appears to be the same material as the other shade cloth I am using.

I was looking at billboard material for sale, online. None had grommets. Not sure if it's better to attach the material to a 2x4 or strap it down or use clips or use grommets. I want it as cheap as possible, of course.

I live in eastern NC, USDA Zone 8a, aka a hot and humid climate. I built my hoop coop this Spring, and it appears to be holding up pretty well... ...except for the tarp on top, despite the fact that it's supposedly a "heavy duty" tarp. The hem, including the grommets, ripped: Original...