Winterizing run

[DoeAndGander]

I just got a roll of construction grade plastic sheeting.... it was 6 or 8 mil....wrapped the edges around furring strips with staples then screwed to run walls...been holding up really good so far

Great to know! I bought 6 mil yesterday. Our wind as been insane lately so I’m really hoping it gets me through this winter at least. I plan to invest in something thicker/stronger next winter as the cost of lumber & material to build my run has me in shock

 

[JDonn127]

I left an 8 inch gap around the top..dont know if its too much or too little...guess I’ll find out when we get our first snow

 

[jreardon1918]

8" all around should be fine. The plastic provides a wind block. Blocks the worst weather out. No real need to shoot for higher temperatures. Got some pictures?

 

[TT4059]

First time winterization for us. After reading and researching we opted to leave a gap at the top of our covered run. We are hoping to get enough ventilation while avoiding drafts at ground level and keeping snow and rain out.
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Is that a clear tarp? Where did you buy it from?

 

[JDonn127]

Lowes and home depot has 10ft x 25ft 6 mil plastic sheeting for about $30

 

[TT4059]

Lowes and home depot has 10ft x 25ft 6 mil plastic sheeting for about $30

I bought that at Home Depot but it doesn’t look clear like yours and it said clear on the package…
At least i have dome plexiglass to put on the front to see them

 

[jreardon1918]

I bought that at Home Depot but it doesn’t look clear like yours and it said clear on the package…
At least i have dome plexiglass to put on the front to see them

We have used both the 6 mil "clear" plastic. And the clear dollar store shower curtains. The 6 mil is pretty sturdy but is more like frosted glass for visibility. The shower curtains are very see through and delicate. We have used the shower curtains the last two years. They last the winter and give a more open look and feel. We will be putting them up in the next few weeks.

 

[TT4059]

We have used both the 6 mil "clear" plastic. And the clear dollar store shower curtains. The 6 mil is pretty sturdy but is more like frosted glass for visibility. The shower curtains are very see through and delicate. We have used the shower curtains the last two years. They last the winter and give a more open look and feel. We will be putting them up in the next few weeks.

Oh cool, thanks! I still need something to cover the door, I could use the shower curtain. I wanted something very clear. Or should I leave it open for ventilation? I have alot of ventilation at the top and other areas too though... I have two big pieces of plexi glass on either side of the door, but nothing over the door right now.

 

[jreardon1918]

Oh cool, thanks! I still need something to cover the door, I could use the shower curtain. I wanted something very clear. Or should I leave it open for ventilation? I have alot of ventilation at the top and other areas too though... I have two big pieces of plexi glass on either side of the door, but nothing over the door right now.

I just finished putting up the shower curtains today. Picked a warmish day for a change. The entire east facing wall will remain uncovered. Our goal is to keep the snow from not getting in the open windows and pop door. The covering also seems to take the winter sun and keep the run litter from freezing. That way they can scratch all winter.

We reuse the screws, washers and boards year to year. The shower curtains we replace. The cost this year was $6 + tax.

 

[TT4059]

Ahh that a answers my question. I will just leave the door uncovered. $6 is awesome