Random Thoughts About Coop Ventilation

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Weehopper

Weehopper

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Feb 26, 2015
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We are always hearing about good ventilation in coops. What never seems to be mentioned is the fact that the ammonia fumes produced in the manure is heavier than air. Which means the fumes hang just above the floor. So, it might not hurt to install ventilation near the floor of the coop, as well as higher up. Breathing fumes is not good for any animals or humans. Happy chickens are productive chickens.
 
Would you add ventilation on both sides top and bottom? I Ask because I am still planning my coop also
 
My coop just went up, I have ventilation on the top, both sides, however I do not have any on the bottom. Any suggestions on adding this?

 
Weehopper said:
We are always hearing about good ventilation in coops. What never seems to be mentioned is the fact that the ammonia fumes produced in the manure is heavier than air. Which means the fumes hang just above the floor. So, it might not hurt to install ventilation near the floor of the coop, as well as higher up. Breathing fumes is not good for any animals or humans. Happy chickens are productive chickens.
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Yes, ventilation at floor/chicken level is a good idea. Was incorporated in the 100+ yr old Wood's coop design, shown below.


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