My $10.69 "Playhouse Coop" NOW HAS RESIDENT CHICKENS

[Zahboo]

I have been planning a new coop since construction began on the "Imago Banty Tractor". Well, construction began today. I was planning on building a BIG coop. (8x7) After reviewing budget, space, and time, I decided to build a smaller coop. It is similar to the Playhouse coop. It is going to hold 3 bantams. I have 2 japanese bantams and 1 frizzle mix. The coop has just started taking shape at about 5 30, so not too much is accomplished so far. I will get pictures tomorrow, I just wanted to get the post started

I need help making an exterior nesting box if you guys can help

So far it's cost $10. 69. The neighbor gave me OSB and the wood I had. I stole the tin from anold coop. I had to buy hardware and jigsaw blades

 

[Omran]

Well congratulation, I am still waiting for pictures.

 

[Zahboo]

At Omran's request

This is the progress of today. I am pooped

So some things to mention. The run is.... well IDK how big it is but I'd guess 7 foot and at one end it's 4' and the other it's 3'. I don't know why.

The roof is corrugated metal. I stole it from my old coop

I'll replace it on the old coop later. I have osb on that one for now haha
The nest box will be on the right, my coop access door will be on the left. On the front will be the pop door and a hardware mesh window with cover for windy days. There is a 30" roost that is a 2x4. The vinyl looks good on the floor

OSB siding for now, t-11 in July. The coop will be stained mahogany. just not now

hehe The nesting box will be big enough for my 2 pullets.

I NEED YOUR HELP! I have a chick with a slipped tendon and am trying to find the best way to do the ramp OR steps. I want what ever will be most comfortable for her.

Pictures are not that great. Some are before I moved it to it's final spot. Those are the ones with out the run attached.

 

[Omran]

Thank you for posting these pictures, it gonna be a very beautiful coop

, btw your Dog is very cute.

and Thanks for the PM

Omran

 

[Zahboo]

LOL Thanks. She is a sweety and will be 8weeks tomorrow

The coop will look better once painted and when it has something besides just osb as the sides

 

[Omran]

Oh for the Ramp you can get a piece of plywood about 12" wide and install some 1x1" pices on it like 6" a part and the chick should be able to climb on it.

 

[patyrdz]

That is nice!!(for a girl)!!! LOL just kidding, it really is good!! When you are done, come build me one!!!!

 

[Omran]

Hey guys where are your replies, only me, please come on

 

[Zahboo]

THANK YOU Omran. I even changed the title to be more descriptive! Forget you guys. Omran and Patty are my friends! LOL

 

[carey34]

looks great!! nice job