The Roost---Dimensions and Design

capebird

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Apr 13, 2011
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I've just about finished with my coop and run. Chicks are arriving Monday.
I've looked at some previous posts regarding roost designs and specifications....
and there seems to be a lot of varied information.
Looking for a little help.... I'll have 6 Barred Rocks. Is it better to have a 2x3 or
2x4 layed flat (flat side up) for the chickens to roost on.... or is a 2x4 ripped down to
2x2 (which would be 1.5" x 1.5") better.... or is a tree branch about 2 inches in
diameter the way to go. I realize there are probably personal preferences....
but just looking for some suggestions.
Thanks very much for the help.
 
Oh, and Capebird - that is one big chicken in your avatar
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Why not try some of each? See what they like. Just remember, they will go to which ever one is highest so try to have all at the same height and similarly protected (mine all like to be in the corners of the coop.) They will use all of the ones you mentioned if it is all that is available.
 
I use 2" x 3" on edge first run is set at 48" above floor so they have to fly up to roost. Second and third run are set at 12" rise and 12" run apart. The 2 x 3 boards are notched into a 2" x 6" stringer set at 45 degrees. If you would like photographs I can post them tomorrow.
 
2x2 for us and 4 ladies use it just fine. It looks like mine are training for the balance beam as they walk across it from one end to the other. It doesn't take much to amuze me!!! Have fun with the chickens.
 

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