Goat Shed Siding

[barticus73]

I built a 3 sided 8' x `12' run in shed for my goats in a new paddock. I need to side it and typically have used rough cut hemlock 1x 10's or so. But, the problem right now is none of the lumber mills around me have any 1x's cause the price of whole logs is very high right now and they can't get any in to cut up. This leaves me with a dilemma of what to side the shed with. Do you guys think t-111 would work? Lowes has T-111 for $28 a sheet unprimed and primed for $20 a sheet? The primed is actually cheaper for some reason? I have never used this stuff and wondered how well it will hold up. Also, I don't like the idea of metal sides cause I don't want an animal busting through one and getting all cut up. Are there any other options you guys can think of? I never thought I would have trouble getting wood!

 

[Bird]

I think T111 will work if you don't mind re-painting it every couple of years. I'm not sure of the cost difference, but I'd probably want to use metal but with plywood (horizontal sheets) for the lower 4' on the interior side.

 

[dirt clod]

The primered boards your looking at is most likely masonite panels. For your aplication i would stay away from it. if you've got trees on your land would it be worth while to have some cut by a small saw mill or even one of those things that mounts to a chain saw to cut boards?

 

[LarryD]

Bird, have you been looking at my horse shelters?

I used metal siding for the exterior and OSB to 8' for the interior to keep the horses from banging up the interior. It also helps with cleanup to have a smooth interior at the bottom. I think 4' inside would be adequate.

 

[reb]

I used T-111 on my goat sheds and found the goats will eat it. Chicken wire stapled over it will stop that, though.

 

[EddieWalker]

Why not use OSB? It's exterior grade, should be plenty strong for goats and it hold pain OK. The only real drawback is it's not the most attractive sheeting out there, but the goats wond care.

Eddie

 

[barticus73]

Is all OSB exterior rated or are there different versions?

The t1-11 is $28 a sheet at the local Lowes FYI.

 

[Paddy]

The primed could have some defects that would have prevented it from being stained and have a nice look. You see this in cheep trim that has many finger joints.

Not sure, just guessing

 

[EddieWalker]

Is all OSB exterior rated or are there different versions?

The t1-11 is $28 a sheet at the local Lowes FYI.

I honestly don't know for sure. I just buy what's on the floor at the store and use it. I've never checked to see if there is different ratings on it, so I really don't know.

I've used it on sheds and outbuildings for years without any problems. But like I said, even when you paint it, there is a pattern that isn't as nice looking as other materials. One side is smooth from all the glues and resins used to make it and tha's the best side to have exposed to the weather. The other side is rougher and I'd expect more prone to holding moisture if left unpainted.

One thing I should add is that it's a good idea to protect the top edge. I use Z flashing, or just tuck it up under an eve. No matter what you use, you don't want to let water sit on it. Sooner or later it will work it's way between the layers.

Eddie

 

[barticus73]

Problem solved. Found a somewhat local Amish lumber mill with enough in stock. 1x8x8': $2.40, 1x10x8': $3.00 for rough cut hemlock, not too bad a deal.