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Wood Fiber Bedding – Dry & Comfortable Chicken Coop
Wood Fiber Bedding – Dry & Comfortable Chicken Coop
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Wood shavings are an ideal bedding for your chicken coop: they absorb moisture well, dry quickly, and keep your coop fresh and easy to clean. Especially a smart choice for the sleeping area.
- 💧 Absorbs moisture well
- ⚡ Dries quickly
- 🧹 Easy to clean
- 🚚 Free shipping from €60 (up to 30kg)
"We've tried various types of bedding, but we're biggest fans of wood shavings. They absorb moisture well and are easy to remove from the coop during cleaning." — Kippenpakket.nl
Why choose wood shavings?
- Excellent moisture absorption — a dry floor is important, as a wet surface increases the risk of infections and sticks to your chickens' feet
- Dries quickly — faster than most other bedding types
- Affordable — one of the more economical bedding options for chickens
- Fresh result — a new layer of wood shavings immediately gives your coop a fresh look
Why wood shavings instead of straw in the sleeping area?
Straw is wonderfully warm and soft, but in the sleeping area, it attracts mites and red mites — precisely where most parasites are active at night. Wood shavings are a wiser choice here: they offer less hiding space and stay drier. Save straw for the nesting box, where it provides a warm, comfortable environment.
Who is this suitable for?
Suitable for the sleeping area, run, and nesting box of your chickens.
Usage
- During a thorough cleaning, remove all old bedding
- At the same time, check cracks and seams for red mites and other pests
- Spread a new layer of wood shavings in the coop
- Replenish as needed twice a week, and fully replace in damp areas
Additional advice from our chicken experts
Combine with a thorough cleaning using Eucalyptus Cleaner before laying down new bedding, and check our Pest Control collection if you have a pest infestation. For the nesting box, you can combine well with Nest Herbs.
Available packaging
| Packaging |
|---|
| 40L / 2.5 kg |
| 64L / 4 kg |
| 160L / 10 kg |
Frequently asked questions
Why are wood shavings better than straw in the sleeping area?
Straw attracts mites and red mites in the sleeping area. Wood shavings offer less hiding space and stay drier, making them a safer choice for your chickens' sleeping spot.
How often should I replace the bedding?
Replenish on average twice a week, and fully replace the entire layer during a major cleaning, about once a month or as soon as it feels damp.
Can I also use wood shavings in the nesting box?
Yes, although straw is often a bit more comfortable for chickens in the nesting box itself. Wood shavings are particularly effective in the sleeping area and run.
Are wood shavings dusty?
Wood shavings can be slightly dustier than some other beddings. Ensure adequate ventilation in the coop.
Why is dry bedding so important?
A wet surface increases the risk of infections and causes droppings to stick to your chickens' feet.
How much wood shavings do I need?
This depends on the size of your coop. We offer packs of 2.5 kg, 4 kg, and 10 kg, so you can choose what suits your coop.
