Using this as a duck coop... conversions?

[CHlCKEN]

Here is what I’m thinking for a duck coop:
https://www.lowes.com/pd/Heartland-...dale-Lean-to-Engineered-Storage-Shed/50121143

what conversions would need to be done?

 

[CHlCKEN]

I think I’m going to use a shed as a coop... I cannot build anything, nor can any of my family or friends, so it’s what we are going to have to do. I’ll do the conversions and hopefully it will all work out.

 

[Chickensandhorsesforlife]

Looks nice. It needs more ventilation-definately. Also, a shed is a great idea. I built my coops, and it took forever

 

[Stoney Meadow Maple]

I suspect by the time you are done you would have been better off to build what you needed, mine is 8x8 and could be bigger. Then you will want windows, ventilation etc, duck door? Also a 4x8 looks pretty tipsy, like a strong gust of wind would overturn it. Whatever you do make sure you can stand up in it. I cant in mine and it is a pain.

 

[3bird]

I think it could work, and if you're not set-up to build (time, resources, space, tools, etc.), then this could be a good option. Will you have an attached run?

It lists "Floor Storage Capacity" as 210 square feet, which I don't understand. It looks like you'll have ~32 square feet if you keep the whole floor open for the ducks. So as long as you plan to keep your flock at no more than 6 or 7 large breeds, that could work.

For modifications, it looks like you'll need to add more ventilation and a duck door at the very least. I would also want windows. I'd probably add shelving for food, bedding, etc.

 

[CHlCKEN]

I think it could work, and if you're not set-up to build (time, resources, space, tools, etc.), then this could be a good option. Will you have an attached run?

It lists "Floor Storage Capacity" as 210 square feet, which I don't understand. It looks like you'll have ~32 square feet if you keep the whole floor open for the ducks. So as long as you plan to keep your flock at no more than 6 or 7 large breeds, that could work.

For modifications, it looks like you'll need to add more ventilation and a duck door at the very least. I would also want windows. I'd probably add shelving for food, bedding, etc.

I probably should have clarified in my OP post,

I would definitely be adding ventilation. I’ve kept ducks before, and know it’s important. Also, the coop would be on the outside of the attached run. I would crest a more secure lock for the walk in door, and use an auto door to attach the coop to the run securely.

My main concern is what do I do to the floor so they don’t ruin it?

 

[3bird]

Duh, of course I need bedding

my run is an omelet run and they are very secure, I have one for my chickens.

lol...sorry. I should have clarified. Some people leave areas of the duckhouse with no bedding or just a thin layer of bedding (only putting deep bedding in the nesting areas), and I've heard that being problematic if the floor is linoleum or paint (i.e., slippery). We cover the entire 4'x8' area of our duckhouse with a deep layer of bedding.

With a predator proof run, you should need to lock them into the duckhouse at night. Ducks like to party in the run at night!

 

[CHlCKEN]

lol...sorry. I should have clarified. Some people leave areas of the duckhouse with no bedding or just a thin layer of bedding (only putting deep bedding in the nesting areas), and I've heard that being problematic if the floor is linoleum or paint (i.e., slippery). We cover the entire 4'x8' area of our duckhouse with a deep layer of bedding.

With a predator proof run, you should need to lock them into the duckhouse at night. Ducks like to party in the run at night!

I figure I’ll attach the run to the coop with an auto door. In which case it would do all the locking up for me

 

[ChickensForEggs2500]

Yay! I'm excited for you. Do you think you'll be able to finish before the ducks get there? Speaking of which, when do they arrive? And what breeds? Also, does anyone have any tips for getting the ducks to use an auto door? I've heard it can be difficult, especially if they have access to a pool that they'd rather be in.

 

[CHlCKEN]

Yay! I'm excited for you. Do you think you'll be able to finish before the ducks get there? Speaking of which, when do they arrive? And what breeds? Also, does anyone have any tips for getting the ducks to use an auto door? I've heard it can be difficult, especially if they have access to a pool that they'd rather be in.

Yes, maybe. They are coming on April 15th but the run doesn’t arrive until the end of this month. Since the run only takes about a day to put together, I’ll have plenty of time to set up the coop and finish the pond. I got a Cayuga, Pekin, Ancona, and Swedish Blue! I’m very excited!

Ill address that once they’ve arrived and are old enough to live in the run. We’ll see what happens.