roosting bars

[ldemmert]

What diameter shoud the roosting bars be? I have barred rocks. Should it be smooth or can I use a tree with the bark still on? BTW The tree died because I cut it down, not from disease.

 

[chickenchickenbulkbulk]

We have used and still are using tree limbs. We also use some long skinny boards that we bought from Lowes. Any thing will work. Be creative!!

 

[Mikeeeeeeeeee]

I have a 1 1/2" limb for my banties.
I have a 2 - 2 1/2" limb for my standards.
You will see them on either.

 

[redoak]

I use a 2 x 4 with the wide side up for a roost. It's wide enough that in the winter they sit on their feet/toes and help keep them warm.

 

[1brahmamama]

Old wooden broom handles work great.

 

[ams3651]

i have a 2 x 4 I think with flat side up, held up with those metal corner shaped shelf brackets. I had read that if they can sit on top of their feet and toes they will keep them warm. I think the limbs will work as long as they are a large enough diameter.

 

[bkbuz1987]

I have 2 x 4's now to help keep their feet warm at night. Before that I had 2 x 2's.

 

[BeardedChick]

I had 2x2 and switched to 2x4 so their tootsies will stay warmer. I also think my chickens look more comfortable on the wider roost.