coop ventilation

[Chad Nolen]

I have a 5x8 quaker style coop with 2 windows in front & a large vent in back. Only the top 1/2 of the windows open.

- in the winter do I want to keep both of my windows open all the time?

 

[Better Than Rubies]

I doubt it. I mean, we keep our windows closed in the winter.

 

[CapricornFarm]

It depends on the prevailing winds, coop location, litter used and a number of variables. If you smell ammonia you need more ventilation but you don't want a draft.

 

[Better Than Rubies]

It depends on the prevailing winds, coop location, litter used and a number of variables. If you smell ammonia you need more ventilation but you don't want a draft.

That's true. They don't use a toilet like we do, so their situation would be different; I could see them needing one window cracked open.

 

[RonP]

I have a 5x8 quaker style coop with 2 windows in front & a large vent in back. Only the top 1/2 of the windows open.

- in the winter do I want to keep both of my windows open all the time?

How many birds?
How many square feet of ventilation will you have in the winter?

Rule of thumb, 1 square foot of draft free ventilation per bird.
Draft free means you do not want to ruffle the birds feathers.

Remember, dry is more important than warm in winter.

 

[Howard E]

I have a 5x8 quaker style coop with 2 windows in front & a large vent in back. Only the top 1/2 of the windows open.

- in the winter do I want to keep both of my windows open all the time?

It depends a great deal on where you are located. Which is where......approximately?

Which direction do the windows open? North, south, east or west?