Chicken House 10 x 16

Chicken House 10 x 16

A 10 x 16 chicken house with a red tin (metal) roof and an integrated run is a heavy-duty, walk-in poultry solution designed for medium-to-large flocks. Most models of this size follow a "combination" or "Quaker" style where the total footprint is divided between indoor shelter and an outdoor wired yard. 

Structure & Layout

• Dimensions: The total footprint is 10' wide by 16' long. A common configuration includes a 6' x 10' indoor coop area and a 10' x 10' attached run yard.
• Capacity: This size typically houses 25 to 30 chickens comfortably.
• Roofing: Features a red tin (metal) roof, often upgraded with Tech Shield sheathing to reflect heat and keep the interior up to 30°F cooler during summer.
• Exterior: Often finished with LP SmartSide or Board and Batten siding in "Barn Red" with white trim for a traditional farmhouse aesthetic. 

Interior Features

• Nesting Boxes: Usually equipped with 6 to 12 nesting boxes accessible from the outside for easy egg collection.
• Roosting: Includes multiple roosting bars (often 8' to 10' long) positioned higher than the nesting boxes.
• Ventilation: Standard features include two to four 24" x 36" windows with screens and additional gable vents or drop vents for airflow.
• Flooring: High-quality models use 5/8” LP flooring with a 10-year warranty, sometimes coated with epoxy or linoleum for easier cleaning. 

Run Yard & Safety

• Protection: The yard is enclosed with heavy-duty wire (often hardware cloth) to deter predators like raccoons and foxes.
• Access:
• Main Entry: A full-sized "man door" for owner access to clean the coop.
• Chicken Door: A smaller portal with a ramp allowing the flock to move between the house and the run.
• Run Door: A separate door on the wire enclosure for direct yard access.