It is a clever solution. I especially like the last suggestion of hanging gutters on the edges as bumpers/rain collection. Although, after thinking about what I would need to make the roof decapitation-proof, it seems like a regular wood+shingle roof would be the least amount of work. Same with...
I'm not opposed to metal roof, but I don't have a way to cut it. And this might sound stupid, but my coop is at about face level, and I have this irrational fear that one day I'll move too quickly and slice my head open on a metal edge.
Thank you for your input. I certainly don't want something that will mold and rot, but proper shingles are beyond my skill level. Like, I would probably put them on crooked.
Yes, I was looking for something just like that! Peel-and-stick roof, sounds so simple. Just wanted to get a second...
I built a small 4x8 box coop/run, but it still needs a roof. I really like the looks of the cheap-o mini coops at Tractor Supply, and I'm wondering how I can recreate this at home.
Is it just thin plywood wrapped in some sort of roofing paper? I have zero roofing experience, so please explain...