It is getting cooler here, last night was 34. I don't shut the hen door because of our work schedule, we are not home when it gets dark. I have read where people will use old dish rags and such to cover the opening to block the wind and keep the coop warmer, what are y'all's suggestions? Thanks Laura
I have the auto door opener and love it. Best money I've ever spent. I've read were some hang rubber strips across to block out the wind.
I cut rappets (like grooves) in 2 pieces of 1" x 1" stock, and screwed them to either side of the popout so they form channels. I then cut a piece of 1/4" plywood so that it would fit in and slide down those channels, covering the popout. I also glue a little stick of wood like a button on it so I can lift the plywood "hatch" out of the channels and open thepopout again.
I'd like to put a doggie door in mine, but I'm afraid some of the hens wouldn't be able to figure it out. I might try some of that heavy canvas or the thick clear plastic strips that you see in large freezers. Edit...wanted to add I also keep the door to the run open all the time and I think it was a bit too chilly last year.