Saw Dust for Bedding

[LeezyBeezy]

We have a pretty big pile of saw dust after cutting logs for winter fuel. It's made up of maple and ash. Is that OK to add to my pine shavings? I haven't read anywhere about thee woods being off limits.

thanks

 

[emys]

There isn't a problem with those types of wood. The only concern is how fine the particles are. Not good for you or the chickens to breathe in too much dust. Since you are mixing it with shavings you'll probably be fine.

 

[LeezyBeezy]

Nope, not too fine. It's from a chain saw. Plus, I'm going to put it down and then shavings over it. thanks

 

[golden comets]

Some of the shavings I buy are more like sawdust then shavings and there is a lot of dust in them,is there a brand that is dust free or close to it?

 

[emys]

Not that I know of, I think they all have some dust.

 

[matimeo]

You'll probably want to let them dry out all of the way before you use them, or they could create a humidity problem.

 

[ChickensAreSweet]

What a good idea! I tried to burn sawdust in the woodstove last year. I had to keep opening the door to get the rest to catch fire, and that took forever.