I use these nesting pads I got from QC Supply because they do a 12"x13" version.
With some trial and error I ended up going for an almost flat configuration. The incline is very slight. You can place an egg on the nesting pad and it won't roll, but the momentum of the drop and any chicken...
Sorry to hear you're not well @Opa . Thank you for answering my query. The nesting pads arrived and they are the kind that all stick up, rather than having strands that all lie in the same direction. I will have to raise the angle where the egg lands to maybe 2 inches per 12 from 1.5 in order...
Hi @Opa , pictures to follow, I am inmplementing your fabulous design on a 3 berth nesting box. One question. Will this type of nesting pad work? I'm looking for a 12x13" pad.
http://www.qcsupply.com/420355-standard-nesting-pad.html
I'm concerned I have to buy specifically, "rolling nesting...