Quick answer
Lay Sundown Egg-e-bed directly onto the coop floor or over existing straw at a depth of 2-3 inches. Fluff it daily and replace soiled patches to keep the hen house fresh.
Why choose Sundown Egg-e-bed over straw
Straw can compact, trap moisture, and harbor mites. Sundown Egg-e-bed is a wood-based bedding that stays loose, absorbs well, and breaks down less quickly. It also produces less dust than some shavings, which benefits both you and your flock.
Step-by-step guide to laying Sundown Egg-e-bed
- Clear the coop floor: Remove all old bedding and droppings. Sweep or scrape the floor clean. A dry, clean base helps the new bedding work properly. Don't lay new bedding over wet or compacted old material—it will spoil faster.
- Apply a 2-3 inch layer: Pour Sundown Egg-e-bed evenly across the floor. Aim for a depth of about 5-8 cm (2-3 inches). Too thin and it won't absorb; too thick and it may pack down. Check depth with your hand—if you can feel the floor through the bedding, add more.
- Fluff and level the bedding: Use a rake or your hands to fluff the material. Break up any clumps so the bedding stays loose and airy. Level it out so there are no bare patches. Clumpy bedding traps moisture. A quick fluff each morning keeps the surface dry.
- Spot-clean daily: Remove wet or soiled patches with a trowel or gloved hand. Add fresh Egg-e-bed to top up the area. Full changes are only needed every few weeks. Letting wet spots sit invites ammonia smells and flies. Scoop them out as soon as you see them.
- Replace entirely when needed: When the bedding starts to smell or feels damp underfoot, remove it all. Compost the used material and start again with a clean floor. A deep litter method works, but only if you keep the top layer dry. If the whole bed feels wet, start fresh.
Product facts
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Sundown Egg-e-bed 19kg: This is a bulk delivery product subject to an additional £0.50 delivery surcharge per unit. Factor the surcharge into your order cost, especially if you buy multiple bales at once.
Sundown Egg-e-bed 19kg