Gfunk1127's 4x8 coop thread

[3KillerBs]

GAH!!!! The fluffy cuteness! I'm jealous.

They are the very definition of "cute".

 

[gfunk1127]

I added the insignia to the coop today. It was a cold day. My spacing was a little off, but it is mine.
I cut out the “B” part of the logo and bought the other letters from Michael’s!

You can kind of see the cinder blocks on the other side I’m going to use for my run’s base.
I can thank @perkolator for the design thought on the run.

 

[gfunk1127]

built a lid this morning for my Brooderr box so I can make it easier for my daughter to get in and handle the chicks

 

[gfunk1127]

One section of frame for the run is done need to do the lower one soon expecting rain soon.

 

[aart]

built a lid this morning for my Brooderr box so I can make it easier for my daughter to get in and handle the chicksView attachment 3441386

You don't need that heat lamp, it may overheat the brooder, the plate is plenty for them to warm up when needed.

 

[gfunk1127]

You don't need that heat lamp, it may overheat the brooder, the plate is plenty for them to warm up when needed.

My thermometer in there was helping me keep watch of the temp. more of the area was at a good level for the one chick that was 2 weeks behind. Thank you!

 

[gfunk1127]

I don’t know who needs to hear this but, hardware cloth is a two person job.
I did it with a speed clamp and it took me all day and half of my sanity.

I’ve now got to wait on the roofing to be found.

 

[aart]

I don’t know who needs to hear this but, hardware cloth is a two person job.
I did it with a speed clamp and it took me all day and half of my sanity.

Well, it's easier for sure....but I did most of mine single handedly(and various clamps and props).

 

[gfunk1127]

Well, it's easier for sure....but I did most of mine single handedly(and various clamps and props).

Yes. Can be done solo. But aaagh!

 

[3KillerBs]

I don’t know who needs to hear this but, hardware cloth is a two person job.
I did it with a speed clamp and it took me all day and half of my sanity.

Yep.

My DH and I got a rhythm going and moved right along on the big coop, but I did the brooder myself and the inability to hold it taut while securing one edge was frustrating.