New coop- painted floors? Yea or nay?

[Shellebelle920]

We just got a new 12 x 22 coop built, so we’re pretty excited about getting the interior setup. I was going to put in some pen panels, but before I do that, I am wondering about the floor. Is it okay to just put wood chips over top of the floor or would you suggest to paint it? I’ve read about vinyl sheeting floors but don’t trust myself enough to do it right and avoid moisture issues down the road. I’m wondering if I paint it, if it would help with cleanup as well as provide a nice aesthetic to the uncovered wood pine areas. Thoughts?

 

[DobieLover]

Great job on the coop!
I used 2 coats of "oops" Behr Porch and Floor paint I got from Home Depot. It's holding up great.

 

[Shellebelle920]

Great job on the coop!
I used 2 coats of "oops" Behr Porch and Floor paint I got from Home Depot. It's holding up great.

I will definitely look into that. Thank you!

 

[MountainWoman73]

I did a second layer of osb on top of the subfloor in mine. My thinking was that if it ever gets too gross in there, or if we decide to sell the house, the top layer could be removed and thrown out. Then the coop could be used as a garden shed if new owners don't want chickens. It's four years old and holding up okay, but a bit rotted in spots where the waterer has spilled. If I ever do replace it myself I might paint it next time for added durability.

 

[HonaHelp]

YES....paint it!! So much easier for cleanup. Chickens are MESSY!! Gloss/semi gloss. Light colors help make it easy to see mite infestations down the road too.

 

[21hens-incharge]

I also use the porch and floor paint.

Awesome coop!

 

[Secondof9]

We just got a new 12 x 22 coop built, so we’re pretty excited about getting the interior setup. I was going to put in some pen panels, but before I do that, I am wondering about the floor. Is it okay to just put wood chips over top of the floor or would you suggest to paint it? I’ve read about vinyl sheeting floors but don’t trust myself enough to do it right and avoid moisture issues down the road. I’m wondering if I paint it, if it would help with cleanup as well as provide a nice aesthetic to the uncovered wood pine areas. Thoughts? View attachment 2612469View attachment 2612471

My coop is raised off the ground and I used masonite over plywood for the flooring. Not my first choice but it's what I had on hand. I sealed it with 2 coats of Marine Spar varnish. It's been 3 years and it's holding up very well. That surprised me because I figured I'd have to replace it by now.
my coop

 

[Shellebelle920]

I did a second layer of osb on top of the subfloor in mine. My thinking was that if it ever gets too gross in there, or if we decide to sell the house, the top layer could be removed and thrown out. Then the coop could be used as a garden shed if new owners don't want chickens. It's four years old and holding up okay, but a bit rotted in spots where the waterer has spilled. If I ever do replace it myself I might paint it next time for added durability.

That’s actually a great idea. when I designed the coop, I specifically told the builder to make it so it could be converted in the future if we ever sold.

 

[Shellebelle920]

I also use the porch and floor paint.

Awesome coop!

Thank you!

 

[Riv-6]

Beautiful coop! I also did the porch and floor paint.