Using tires in construction?

[pullnshoot25]

Hey everyone! First post here but definitely not my last. I am just getting into chicken raising after a hiatus from my FFA days and my coop is in the works!

Now, I have been on a bit of a "resource reclaimation" kick and I have come across people using tires for various projects, like buckets, baskets, sandals and even houses, which got me to thinking... is there any reason I can't use tires in my coop? I was thinking of cut up tread as floor covering instead of vinyl or linoleum or even making an entire coop from them.

I haven't seen anything on this on any sites so I thought I would ask here. Any reasons why it can't or shouldn't be done?

 

[Vtchicks]

First thing that comes to mind is using them like bricks. Stack them and fill the middles with dirt. Overlap each row and you will have a well insulated coop.

 

[Sir Birdaholic]

I've seen an entire house built from dirt packed & stacked tires. Anything is possible!

 

[Vtchicks]

Quick google search
http://www.google.com/search?q=buil...bm=isch&source=og&sa=N&tab=wi&biw=981&bih=661

 

[pullnshoot25]

Oh, I know about all that stuff. I was more curious about chicken specific applications, e.g. is it a good idea or not.