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Discussion in 'Coop & Run - Design, Construction, & Maintenance' started by SheilaM, May 23, 2011.

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  1. May 23, 2011 #1
    SheilaM

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    I am not handy at all and I was wondering if I could use pallets for framework and put T1-11 on the outside for a coop for my silkies?
    Sheila
     
  3. May 23, 2011 #2
    WKYChick

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    lots of people use pallets, we just brought home a truck load of pallets and scrap wood to frame out our coop this week *egg-cited* then we are going to go round the outside with metal sheets, give lots of vents/windows, ease of access and external nest boxes [​IMG]
     
  5. May 23, 2011 #3
    mrszlopez

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    A friend of mine made coops, hay racks, and hutches out of pallets. They have to be in cood condition (not rotting) but it is definitely a good idea.
    Google it ! Youll come across lots of pics !
     
  7. May 23, 2011 #4
    ruger22mama

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    We used pallets for part of our coop (subfloor) and honestly, the hardest part was dissecting the pallets for the wood. Have fun putting it together!
     
  9. May 23, 2011 #5
    Cackling Hen

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    Quote:Hi thats what my hubby did for my coop I love it here is a few pics
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  11. May 23, 2011 #6
    SheilaM

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    Thanks Cacklin Hen that is just what I meant.to use the pallets for the studs and cover them!! I"m not strong enough to tear them apart.
    Sheila
     
  13. May 23, 2011 #7
    Cackling Hen

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    If you need help just ask... It was really easy well i did have hubbys help but just ask away i have lots more pic also [​IMG]
     
  15. May 23, 2011 #8
    SheilaM

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    how did you fasten the pallets together and I'd love more pictures:D
     
  17. May 24, 2011 #9
    salvationfarms

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    Quote:Hi thats what my hubby did for my coop I love it here is a few pics
    https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/uploads/28795_pallet_chick_coop_002.jpg
    https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/uploads/28795_pallet_chick_coop_009.jpg
    https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/uploads/28795_pallet_chick_coop_001.jpg

    this is a really a nice looking coop do you have pics of the finished product ? and the interior would love to see it . trying to get some ideas. what did your husband use to keep the pallets standing?
     
  19. May 24, 2011 #10
    ChickensAreSweet

    ChickensAreSweet Heavenly Grains for Hens

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    It is very nice looking!

    Don't forget to consider predator-proofing around the edge if you are leaving a dirt floor (for example, burying or aproning out hardware cloth) to keep diggers out. Also rodents.
     
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