New Coop..Crazy Man..Lots Done Today, Many Pictures

[Mahonri]

That coop is going to be wonderful.

Are you putting down linoleum? It makes for easier cleaning.... Be sure to put a nice lip on those nest boxes and a perch that runs the entire length on the inside next to them.

 

[fireguy56]

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Yes, the doors to nest boxes are hinged on bottom and will swing down, supported by chains on each side. I did it this way to avoid haveing a seam across the top where rain can get in. My big coop has the roof of the boxes hinged, but I put a 2' overhang on the roof above them to keep the rain off. On this coop I went with a narrower overhang so I opted for a solid roof with doors that open. Will see how it works.
More pictures to come tomorrow.
Erik

 

[fireguy56]

Here are latest photos of work done today. Moved the girls in.

 

[OvertheHenHouse]

Absolutely awesome! I bet the girls love it! And I'm sure they've already ... ahem ... christened it

Do you have pix of the girls enjoying their new digs?
Congrats, Fireguy - that's one impressive build -

 

[mommissan]

WOW... I mean WOOOWWWWW!!!!! What kind of floor did you put in? That is coming along great! Keep the pics coming!

 

[fireguy56]

Amy, Here is pic of girls checking out their new home.
Erik

 

[kuntrygirl]

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Absolutely wonderful. The coop looks great and your chickens are beautiful. Good job.

 

[OvertheHenHouse]

Awwww - they're adorable! I love how they've got that wide eyed 'I have to check every corner of this place out' look. They are really going to love it in there - thanks so much for posting the pic!
BTW, I've been sharing your pix with my 11-year-old daughter. She thinks you're amazing ... and also thinks you've got really cute chickens

 

[fireguy56]

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Hey, It was a remnant from Loews...cost $13.50. Sheet winyl with fibergalss backing. What a score, the kid that waited on me hooked me up.
Erik

 

[PamelaTX]

Impressive and Inspiring!