POULTRY H0VBE8 AND APPLIANCES 135 



Figure 130. — -Laying a concrete floor in a continuous house. 



Crete. Such a foundation should be built deep enough not 

 to be affected by frost, to hold the buildings substantially, 

 and of sufficient height above the ground level to prevent 

 the entrance of water. An average height of 8 to 12 inches 

 above the level of the ground should be sufficient to in- 

 sure a dry floor. When a concrete foundation is used, the 

 floor of the house should likewise be made of concrete. 



Figure 131. — Part of the concrete floor completed. Such a floor is permanent 

 and easily kept clean. 



