Progress on our first coop Pic Heavy

[Poopie]

Started with this



Ground Breaking



Burying the Hardware Cloth




Lots of hard workers






Other Great Helpers

 

[River Lizard]

Poopie,

Looking good!

I would however recommend that you double stud the side of the door and at least double up (up on edge) 2-2' x 4's above the door way for a header. It will help to stiffen the doorway so your door should operate better year-round, if not it could flex on you and be hard to open at times.

Can't wait to see the finish product!

 

[Scoop]

Looks nice! The kids are just gonna love the chickens and all the entertainment!

 

[Poopie]

Thanks for the suggestions, although I have no idea about any of it myself, I know hubby is a perfectionist, so I have no doubt he has thought of that with the door. We will also be well insulated for the very cold winters here. There is still lots to do to get it finished, but I have faith in him...

 

[lunkerchicken]

First of all

from Cape Cod, MA!!

The coop looks great so far.

Good advice on doubling up the 2 x 4's around the door - you will be happy you did so.

Reminds me of when I started mine

I have since finished the coop and added a run.

Keep us posted!

 

[SimplyForties]

Looks great!