I never would have imagined we’d turn it into a chicken coop, garden shed and chicken run: Afterwe finished the chicken coop renovation of the depot, we started building the chicken run. We started right up against the chicken coop, first moving the dirt around to make it as flat as ...
9″ (225mm)of perch length for each chicken The design also allows for: A bit of a storage area, chicken hatchway (i.e. entrance hole), ample ventilation, ample light and a door that opens inwards and is big enough to enable easy access and cleaning of the chicken coop. The floor ...
Starting aDIY pallet fence projectcan sometimes seem daunting, but our comprehensive guide makes it easy and enjoyable. We'll walk you through the entire building process, from choosing the right pallets to the final touches that will make your fence stand out. Whether it's making a cozy back...
Wire and cement at least the base of the rock wall if you need a long term wall. We've used expanded metal, barbed wire, chicken wire, orchard fence, etc.. Sometimes all the junk wire in the yard disappears behind the first large rock at the base of the wall and is filled with ce...
6. How to Build a Chicken Coop Run Give your chickens more room to roam withDIY walk-in chicken run plansthat are surprisingly simple. Ready to raise chickens in your own backyard and enjoy fresh eggs every morning? Building a chicken coop is easier than you might think, andFamily Handyma...
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How Do I Build a Rabbit-Proof Fence? Construct a chicken wire fence around all your garden and ornamental plants–even the big bushes. Use supports that are at least ½ to 1 inch thick and two feet high. Make sure your fence also extends at least ½ an inch underground. If a chick...
Pushing the chicken wire into the shape of a bubble with side access is a good way to keep the holes out of a beak's reach. Screw the piece of wood to the place where the mason bees will live, making sure the hole will be accessible to the bees. The best spots are places you ...
Building a self-cleaning backyard pond isn’t a small project, but we’d absolutely do it again because of all the benefits it’s added to our life — and our ducks’ lives. Here’s what you should expect, assuming you decide to build a 1,000+ gallon backyard pond similar to ours:...
Get the compost bin plans for this three-crate system that will shave weeks off your composting process. Build these DIY compost bins using wood and chicken wire.