EmilyCC Posted April 14, 2019 Share Posted April 14, 2019 So, still attempting to decide whether buying a shed to convert or just buying a purpose built coop is a better idea? I like the idea that chickens will have more space in a shed, but have concerns that it might get too cold? Also I’m worried about all the considerations re redmites etc. I know I’d need to change the roof, but what about flooring? I’d considered laying Lino but it seems like that might harbour mites. Could I put pathing slabs in? Concrete? Or am I just better going down the ready made coop path? which do you prefer? Is a conversion worth it? Thanks in advance, I just want to get it right Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cat tails Posted April 14, 2019 Share Posted April 14, 2019 Think you will get a rather predictable answer on a forum of a coop company... The coop size is much less interesting than the run size. So if a shed would take away of the run space, then definitely go for a coop, ready made or not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patricia W Posted April 14, 2019 Share Posted April 14, 2019 Red mite loves Lino... I think the answer to your question depends on how much you like a) converting and b) cleaning. If like me you like neither you buy a MK 1 cube. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beantree Posted April 15, 2019 Share Posted April 15, 2019 We converted a shed which subsequently became full of red mite. Because it was such a large surface area it was impossible to treat thoroughly and subsequently was abandoned. Plastic coop is the way to go. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted April 16, 2019 Share Posted April 16, 2019 On 4/15/2019 at 6:49 AM, Beantree said: We converted a shed which subsequently became full of red mite. Because it was such a large surface area it was impossible to treat thoroughly and subsequently was abandoned. Plastic coop is the way to go. I'll second that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...