How to Build a Chicken Coop that's Tough and Secure

Designing a chicken coop requires careful planning. Below is a step-by-step guide on how to construct your chicken coop using your provided specifications: 1. Frame Preparation: The frame of the chicken coop will be made from 40mm square steel tubes. First, cut the steel pipes into the necessary lengths. You will need four 2m lengths and eight 4m lengths to create the rectangle that makes up the frame of your coop. 2. Frame Assembly: Start with the base of the coop. Connect two 4m steel tubes with two 10m tubes to create a rectangle. Weld them at the corners to make sure they are secured. Follow the same process to create the top part of the chicken coop. 3. Side Assembly: Next, connect the base to the top by using 2m length steel tubes on each corner. 4. Siding: Cut your IBR roofing sheet to the appropriate size that would fit one third of height on each side of your coop. Secure them from the bottom on all 4 sides of the frame. 5. Installing the Wire Mesh: Above this, secure the diamond mesh wire to cover the remaining two thirds of the height. This will allow the chickens some freedom to peck around and will provide ventilation. 6. Roofing: To assemble the roof, you will need to take the remaining 10m long IBR roofing sheets. Install them from one side of the frame to the other, securing them to the steel tubes of the frame. 7. Door: Don't forget about a door for easy access. This can be made in a similar way with the steel tubing, held together with hinges and a latch. You could cover it in the diamond mesh wire to keep the style consistent. 8. Nesting Boxes: Inside the coop, assemble nesting boxes and roosting poles for the chickens to rest. Just remember to double check all steel tube joins are secure and that any sharp edges on the mesh wire or roofing material are dulled or covered to prevent any harm to the chickens. Happy building!