Another Hoop Coop in progress

[FuzzyButtsFarm]

I am building a Hoop Coop and trying to be green minded, I want to use materials I already have from previous projects. I want to make the base from 4x4x7s. I have a lot of them. How in the world do I nail them together. Thanks.

 

[hemet dennis]

I am building a Hoop Coop and trying to be green minded, I want to use materials I already have from previous projects. I want to make the base from 4x4x7s. I have a lot of them. How in the world do I nail them together. Thanks.

Look here.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lap_joint

 

[FuzzyButtsFarm]

Thanks so much. That will work. It's funny how you forget the simple stuff. LOL

 

[suzeeg]

Look here.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lap_joint

 

[hemet dennis]

What size is the PVC ?

 

[suzeeg]

The bases are two inch. The ribs are 3/4 if I remember right.

 

[suzeeg]

My Pvc Chicken Coop Project
This may be of some help.

 

[suzeeg]

https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/344460/my-pvc-chicken-coop-project/60#post_8841946

 

[FuzzyButtsFarm]

Well here are the results. I'm pleased the way it turned out. The awning is mostly for shade as it is under an window awning attached to the house. It's perfect for my bantams. Thanks for all your help.

 

[Erin~TheChickenLover]

Great job!

I really like the design of hoop coops. Where do you get the metal sections that make up the sides? How much do they cost?