Anyone own the Ware Chick-N-Barn? Your thoughts...

[minichic]

I have possible access to a Ware Chick-N-Barn - new in box. I think with some modificiations it could work for me (adding additional roosts, floor, etc. Anyone have any experiences with this coop? It will be used for just a few birds.

 

[lilchick]

There seems to be two types. Ones made out of fir and the better ones made out of exterior grade plywood. Be sure you know what you are buying.....

 

[CoyoteMagic]

1 word, well, make that 2=Don't bother.

They will fall a part within a year

 

[minichic]

I'm looking at the one made from exterior grade plywood. I would seal/stain/paint it anyway. The roofing panels appear substantial. I'm sure as my chicken-fever increases over the years, the coop will be replaced with something larger and better.

 

[WoodlandWoman]

Use a really good sealer all over, otherwise I think they have issues with moisture warping them. Then they may come apart. Make sure the roof has enough protection, too, since that will get a lot of precipitation hitting it. As you put it together, just see if you think it needs any additional screws or hardware on it.

A lot of pre-fab things need a little help, to be sturdier or more weather durable. We had to tweak one of our raised beds that's made out of wood, too.