Keeping chickens in Upstate NY in the winter is a struggle. Having a DIY heated chicken waterer makes it much easier.
Shed
Way back when we were first talking about getting sheep we had only a rough idea what what we needed it tooks quite a few revisions to land on a small barn layout. Not everyone will have access to all the software tools I used, so I wanted to share not only where we end …
It is pretty straight forward to make a shed door. This is how I built a set of classic carriage house style doors with glass for our potting shed. If you want a basic functional door with a classic look, a piece of plywood with one-by trim over it works fine. This post is really …
Our shed was muddy indoor sheep pond about halfway through building it. We desperately needed shed drainage, so I stopped building and shifted gears. We have clay. And not just a mix of clay but over 500′ feet straight down there is nothing but miserable blue clay. It means that there is almost 0 natural …
I’ve painted sheds. I’ve stained sheds. I have strong opinions about which is better.
Using cheap sash barn windows is a great inexpensive option for barns or sheds. There are a couple things to think through, or in my case overthink.
Adding a little character to your shed or barn is the most important thing you can do, full stop. No, I’m kidding, a barn is by definition a functional structure but it’s very easy to make a round top shed door and add a little personality. If you are looking for something a little more …