Finishing/treating the coop

[Heelers&Chickens_OhMy]

I'm sorry, I keep asking questions, but I need your wisdom!!

I did not buy treated wood for my chickens - I just bought boring old 2x4's. Should I treat my wood frame?

Experiences welcomed!

 

[Mahonri]

I don't know what you are treating for.

If you live in a wet humid climate you may want to treat the wood with water seal.

 

[Chicken Ninja]

Depends on where the 2x4's will be located. If they will be in direct contact with the ground, or you live in a very humid climate, I would suggest using treated wood. However, if not, 2x4's should work fine for most of your chicken coop needs.

 

[CityChook]

If your 2x4s won't be getting wet, then treating them is not necessary. However, the 2x4s that I used in my run (along with all other lumber) did get waterproofed just to try to make them last a little longer since they're out in the elements.