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finish that is necessary on the building is 
that which will make it conform as closely 
as necessary to the other farm buildings. 
Ease of Disinfection. The henhouse 
should be so constructed that there shall be 
few crevices to collect dirt. This can be 
accomplished by using drop siding or ship- 
lap which is tongued and grooved and fits 
together snugly. This gives the appearance 
of clapboards and at the same time makes the 
house tight. The nests should be so con- 
structed that they can easily be taken down, 
washed, sprayed, and dried. 
Convenience. The henhouse should be 
so designed that the operator can stand up 
in it anywhere and do the work conveniently. 
If it is designed as a series of connected com- 
partments under one roof it should be so 
constructed that a litter carrier can be used. 
This litter carrier will be a labor saver not 
only in removing the droppings, but in carry- 
ing grain, mash, water, green feed, or eggs. 
Types of Henhouses. There are in 
general use several different types of hen- 
houses having various shapes, styles of roof, 
open fronts, ete. The type which will give 
