Recent content by mhelie1

Yes I cut the holes bigger in the nesting boxes. My RRs are good size ladies and we're not using them. I cut one and they began laying in the box. I then cut the other and then both boxes were in use.

I really prefer using plastic sheds for a small flock of chickens. And like other's have posted you should really make sure you can walk in or cleaning will be a pain in the back. When it's time to clean (and I clean my coop out often to keep the smells down) I use a snow shovel, quick and easy...

It didn't come with a window. I believe the small shed window was like 40.00. I mounted it using drywall toggles and sealed it with some clear outdoor caulk. I then used thick, 1/2" squares, wire mounted on the outside of the window and vent hole (which is a small dog door frame) to ensure...

Plus with the entire set up being plastic I can hose it out if I ever feel the need to do so.

It's a 5x4 Rubbermaid shed, available at Lowes for less than 400.00. I mounted it to a pressure treated base to ensure water and excessive mud wouldn't be able to run in. I like it because it looks nice, is very weather resistant, and offers plenty of space for 1-6 chickens. I mounted a heat...

After having a couple wooden coops I decided to go plastic. I bought this shed at Lowes, mounted a couple plastic nest boxes, installed a window, air vent and a dog door that provides a secure night time coop. [/IMG][/IMG][/IMG]