What is minimum size for Deep Little Method?

[candr01]

I have a small coop and covered run for our two girls. I've been thinking about moving to a deep litter method for the run but the area is quite small, just 4'x8'. Does it matter that it is such a small space or could DL still work? I think keeping things dry is important in DL management, right? Hmmm, that might be a challenge in the wet weather we've had of late.

Thanks for any input.

 

[ChickenCanoe]

I don't think there's any size limit.
Dry is always best.

 

[candr01]

But I don't ever read of anyone with a small coop using the DL method so I wonder if maybe it just turns into a big hulking mess???? I'm using sand right now which has been great in the summer but not so great in the winter. Am thinking about alternatives

 

[ChickenCanoe]

IMO, DL is just that. Regardless of the size of the building I put down pine shavings, even if it's a 2X4 broody apartment. It just gives a medium for the feces to mix with and dry out.
For exposed runs, I use straw.