Chicken Hutch / June 5, 2018 / Maryellen
If you are thinking about rearing chickens then you have a job at hand and that job is you have some chicken coops to build in the near future. It is important now to begin to research and consider what type of chicken hutch plans you will need for your own specific requirements. Several blueprints and floor plans are available in todays market for the beginner do-it-yourself builder as well as the experienced woodworker. In this article I will discuss several of the different types of chicken coops to build and their construction process. Before you start building a chicken coop there are several crucial points to consider such as; the area of backyard you have available the amount of chickens youre going to own and do you plan on raising chickens for yourself and family or a money-making commercial venture.
When attempting to build a backyard chicken coop do not go at it with a concept in your head. This can lead to disaster. Make sure you sketch out your coop on paper even if youre not an artist and cover every angle including a top view of the roof and a sketch of the inside. If this is your first time building a backyard chicken coop you shouldnt go for an architectural masterpiece but rather start out with a simple chicken coop first just big enough for your flock and as you gain experience then go for something of a greater scale. Before you build a backyard chicken coop make an effort to collect all the materials you will need so that you wont have to take unexpected trips to and from the hardware or lumber store. A good example of materials you will need are: wood (2 x 4) concrete cinder blocks chicken wire or fence wire insulation strips and ofcourse nails screws saw and hammer. While these are your most common materials only you
Whether you are making your own chicken coop or hiring a carpenter it is important to first make a chicken coop plan. A very good plan can make the construction of your coop successful. It will perfectly realize the style of coop that is in accordance with the plan. Making a chicken coop plan does not necessarily mean you need to have a degree in engineering. It only requires basic carpentry skills plus creativity to come up with stylish yet functional coop for your chicken. Here are some things to consider in making a chicken coop plan. Basically you need to consider the number of chicken that will use the coop. Depending on the population the coop should have sufficient space for free movement. Considering the space is vital because it can greatly affect the health of these animals.
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