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FREE WOODWORKING PROJECT · NO. 06

Built by you.
Made for your backyard.

Plan a compact wooden henhouse with our free chicken shed plans. Get measured framing drawings, material lists and illustrated steps, plus guidance on ventilation and cleaning access.

Illustrated assembly Exact cut list Free PDF downloads
Style illustration of a compact green chicken shed; use the measured drawings for construction
YOUR NEXT BUILDThe backyard henhouse

Framing footprint: 6′ × 4′

A compact henhouseSloping roof and clean-out access
Frame it. Enclose it. Fit it out.Floor, walls, roof and fittings
Two useful guidesVisual manual + detailed plans
TAKE A LOOK INSIDE

Less guesswork.
More making.

Take the plans to your workbench. Start with the shopping list, label your parts, and follow the build one stage at a time.

  • Lumber, sheet goods and hardware lists
  • Measured framing drawings and cut lengths
  • Labeled frames and opening dimensions
  • Ventilation, door and removable nest details
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Actual framing cut list from the chicken shed plans
Actual visual instruction page showing the front wall framing
Actual pages from your free downloads
BEFORE YOU PICK UP A SAW

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