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Type of wood for hen-house

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  • 14-04-2009 1:15pm
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    NickTellis
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    Construction of a hen-house for 3 to 4 chickens begins in earnest next week. I have a plan drawn up showing the relevant perch/nest box sizes etc but does anyone have any suggestions on the type of wood I should use? I was thinking of osb for the walls combined with shiplap cladding to help insulate and protect from the elements.

    Any suggestions appreciated.


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    Dog Fan
    Closed Accounts Posts: 60 ✭✭Dog Fan


    Hi.
    I've just finished a house for hens - and took no advice about the type of wood. Mine is built from scraps left over from building a few years ago.
    So long as it keeps them dry and safe from foxes!
    Also, some of what i read suggests that you provide ventilation so as the little ladies don't overheat. Apparently they provide about half of their manure at night -this means that making the thing easy to clean is essential!
    Good luck, I'm trying to source some hens now.


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