What would be better for a coop?

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markhoh3

markhoh3

In the Brooder
Mar 31, 2017
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I have a 12 x 12 concrete slab- dog kennel. Would it be better to build on slab and put down shavings or build on 4 x 4 with plywood floors? Thanks in advance.
 
I'd go with the slab. Concrete is the best coop base/floor, IMO. Whether you use the whole thing, or part of it for a coop base. But, I would let the chickens out in the yard, vs, keeping them on concrete full time. They like the dirt.
 
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Here is a pic of the coop. Started Wednesday. Going along quite nicely!! Left to do is the white tin roof and red siding and white trim.
 
redsoxs said:
I think I'd stick with slab - but 12 X 12 is a lot of shavings. Straw might be a cheaper alternative. There is also something called the deep litter method you might consider. https://www.backyardchickens.com/newsearch?search=deep+litter+method
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I second the Deep Litter idea, the concrete slab would make the periodic cleanup much easier. If I may make another suggestion, make your threshold removable or leave it out completely. That way you can just scrape the old litter out the front door into the run.
 

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