Deep Litter Barn Nightmare

[Baymule]

Maybe, it's time for a barn extension. if you live near a Lowes or other big box lumber type store, they have a reject lumber rack outside that is usually half price. I have bought lumber off that rack many times. Save it up until you have enough to build. I used to be quite the dumpster diver and crawled off into those big construction boxes to drag out "treasures" to take home. My DH is appalled at me sometimes, but he's stuck with me! LOL

 

[Southern by choice]

I used to be quite the dumpster diver and crawled off into those big construction boxes to drag out "treasures" to take home. My DH is appalled at me sometimes, but he's stuck with me! LOL

... yeah, kinda freaks me out too.

 

[Baymule]

Construction boxes are not full of garbage. They are parked on building sites and scrap lumber and such go in them. Not so bad......

 

[babsbag]

I would love to dive into one of those dumpsters but never had the courage.

 

[mysunwolf]

Window overhangs are in the works... pics to come.

 

[Baymule]

I would love to dive into one of those dumpsters but never had the courage.

If you hung out with me, you would probably get in trouble.

 

[mysunwolf]

I have only ever dumpster-dived for mason jars, pyrex dishes, and bookshelves I've got to try for lumber.

Baymule, I think you're right... we're planning an expansion. There's a few local lumber mills that have discount board, and a couple of individuals that cut nice hardwoods and have good deals. Now to just save up enough for the discounted expansion!

 

[Baymule]

Sometimes you can make an offer on the reject rack if you take it all and they will accept your offer. Don't be afraid to offer less, the worst that can happen is "no". Then you smile and buy it at their discounted price.

 

[Mike CHS]

I always try to find someone that sells rough lumber and can usually get good hardwood for 1/4 of the price at the Big Box stores.

I have done my share of dumpster diving but it's hit or miss. When my kids were growing up we lived in town but I had a big garden and compost pile. My son would slide down in the truck seat so nobody could see him when I stopped to pick up peoples bags full of cut grass.