Horse Barn 10 x 16

An open-front red 10' x 16' horse barn is typically designed as a run-in shed or a loafing shed. These structures provide horses with shelter from wind, rain, and sun while allowing them to enter and exit freely from a pasture. 

Key Features

• Dimensions: A 10' x 16' footprint provides approximately 160 square feet of interior space, sufficient for one or two average-sized horses.
• Open Front Design: One 16-foot side is left entirely or partially open for ventilation and easy access. Some models feature a tack room or feed room, often partitioned as a 10' x 6' space alongside a 10' x 10' open stall area.
• Aesthetic & Finish: Painted in classic barn red with contrasting white or black trim.
• Roof Style: Typically a single-slope (lean-to) or gable roof. Front heights often reach 10'–12' to prevent horses from hitting their heads, while the rear slopes down to roughly 8'.
• Construction Materials:
• Siding: Common options include red-painted wood (board and batten) or pre-finished red metal panels.
• Kickboards: The interior walls are usually lined with 4-foot-high oak or plywood kickboards to protect the structure from horse kicks.
• Foundation: Often built on pressure-treated 4x4 or 6x6 skids, making the structure portable and allowing it to be placed directly on a gravel pad or dirt.