CHAPTER VI 

 THE CONSTRUCTION OF POULTRY HOUSES 



Some of the essential features is the economic construction 

 of the houses, to provide sufficient room, proper ventilation, 

 proper equipment, and durability. 



As a rule, the old farm buildings can be utihzed, using the 

 principles here laid down, and thus making a saving and at the 

 same time meet every necessity. 



Fig. 64. — A group of model houses constructed by the students of the 

 Poultry Science Department, A. and M. CoUege, W. Raleigh, N. C. This 

 work is done in the laboratory of the mechanical department: a, Monitor 

 type; b, a half monitor; c, even span; d, two-thirds span; e, shed roof. 



The construction of proper flooring, drainage, and foundation 

 are the first essentials. Heavy sills of good material are essen- 

 tial. Number 2 pine siding may be used for boarding up tiie 

 back and two ends. The roof should be covered with boxing 

 boards and then with a good grade of tar paper. 



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