What is the best bedding for a chicken coop?Updated 10 months ago

Two of the most commonly used materials for coop bedding are wood shavings and sand. Aesthetically, sand looks cleaner and has been proven by Auburn University researchers to lower coliform counts, including E.coli, compared to wood shavings.

You can even sprinkle fresh nest herbs like these onto your coop bedding. The natural oils in the marigolds, rose buds, lavender, lemon balm, cornflowers and chamomile help relax and calm your hens. They also smell great and discourage pests.

Some people recommend straw as an appropriate bedding material; however, it’s worth noting that the hollow straw fibres provide an ideal place for red mites to hide. 

We offer removable droppings trays for all our coops, which makes the cleaning process quick and easy, and ensures a far more hygienic coop for both you and your flock.