Wide roost made from a 2x4

[MissClaraCluck]

The roost in my coop is made from a 2x2, but read that a 2x4 set on its wider side is better. Just wondering if anyone has used this wide type of a roost before. It seems it would be more comfortable as they can sit without having to grab on with their toes and their feet are covered by their tummy feathers during cold weather.

 

[FarmerJohn3285]

That's exactly what I use in all my coops. They love it. Except sometimes my Delaware girls decide to sleep on the privacy fence so they can overlook everyone else on the farm.

 

[Chick Norris]

We use a 2x4 wide side up. They seem to like it. If you want to change yours to a 2x4 you could just screw it right to the existing 2x2. That would give your roost more rigidity and help prevent sagging of the 2x4.

 

[JackE]

That's what I have for my birds. The 2X4s are a better fit for the chicken's feet.
Jack

 

[stubbornhill]

MissClaraCluck, you are correct on all of your thoughts. And many people use 2x4's with the wide side up. Best whishes to you!

 

[chickendude]

I have always used a 2x3 wide side up for our roosts. It has worked great for us.

 

[Illia]

Wider roosts are always better. In fact, especially the bigger the breed, the wider the perch you need - Otherwise you might face deformed joints or bent breastbones.

 

[Weiden Farm]

I have a mix of 2x3 and 2x4
they like them both the same

 

[Nicole01]

Hahaha.... 4 inches was not wide enough for my girls. I need a minimum of 10 inches for the roost. They love to pile in the corner.

 

[vnploveschickens]

Yep! My chickens love the 2x4 wide side up too!