7 DIY Creative Chicken Feeder Ideas

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When it comes to raising chickens, food wastage is one of the severest problems that every raiser may experience. But by simply creating DIY chicken feeder, you will definitely restrain food wastage as well as save yourself money and time.

DIY chicken feeders, on the other hand, are very easy to build. And as a matter of fact, they are more affordable compared to the ones available on the market.

Nevertheless, are you raising chickens and looking forward to making chicken feeders for them? If yes, then make sure to take a look at these 7 DIY creative chicken feeder ideas.

1. T-shaped Simple PVC Feeder

This is a simple but effective do-it-yourself chicken feeder. As a matter of fact, with the help of PVC pipes and 90 degrees elbow, you will be able to turn this creative idea into a reality. This PVC feeder comes with two ends the can utilize for water, feed, or for both. Nevertheless, here’s how to make a simple T-shaped PVC feeder for your chicken.

  1. Prepare 5’ pipe and then cut it into two three-inch long pieces.
  2. Afterward, pour the cement (PVC) to the one hole of the T.
  3. Then, put one piece of 3-inch long pipe. Make sure that the elbows are dry-fit on the 3-inch pipe stubs.
  4. Fix the pipe on the top hole of T using glue
  5. Lastly, turn the cap upside down and in the sides, cut four holes.

 

2. Wooden Chicken Feeder

If you are looking for a cost-effective as well as a simple DIY feeder for your chicken, then this idea is perfect for you.

However, in this project, you will need excellent wood cutting and assembling skills. You can make use of plywood since it’s resistant to bacteria and fungus.

Nevertheless, if you want to give this DIY chicken feeder a try, then check out this link for the full tutorial

 

3. Bucket Feeder & Waterer

If you’re on a tight budget and want to give your chickens a new feeder as well as feeder, then this idea can be a great option. Nonetheless, read on and find out how to do this feeder.

Step 1: Look for a bucket that has a lid.

Step 2: Get oil pan and screws

Step 3: At the opposite sides of the bucket, drill holes

Step 4: Lastly, insert it in ascendant position in a pan.

 

4. “L” shape PVC chicken feeder

This L-shaped PVC feeder can be easily fastened to the enclosure. The feeder, on the other hand, features two ends, an open-ended side is shown to your chickens while the other one is closed. Check out this tutorial to find out how to make this chicken feeder.

 

5. Less-Waste Feeder

Whether you want to spend lesser time for refilling the foods of your chicken or want to fight food wastage then this DIY creative feeder can be your best bet.

This feeder is actually constructed using a bucket and it is designed such that your chickens could feed over a hole on the bucket’s side.

Aside from the bucket, you will also need a PVC (90-degree), a few tools, as well as a gasket.

This chicken feeder doesn’t only restrict food wastage, as a matter of fact, it will also protect the food from rain. What’s more, you can store a lot of foods in this feeder and it is very easy to clean. Check out this video for the tutorial.

 

6. Treadle Feeder for Chicken

The majority of chicken feeders these days are made using either aluminum or steel that are extremely costly and too difficult for regular DIYers to construct.

Fortunately, this DIY chicken feeder that is constructed using wood only needs basic materials and it is very easy to build.

This feeder, on the other hand, is specially designed to avoid wastage completely as well as save money and time, guaranteeing that your chickens will have enough food. Furthermore, it features a top that is cupboard-shaped and it’s attached to the lowermost feeding area.

However, aside from cedar wood board, you’ll need sandpaper, bolts, woodscrews, plywood, and among others.

Wondering how to do this chicken feeder idea? If yes, click this link for more detailed instructions.

 

7. Waterproof Chicken Feeder

If you are planning to place your feeder outside the enclosure, then you will have to make sure that will keep the food fry. There are times that chickens become fussy most especially about their feed’s texture.

So if you want really want to place the chicken feeder then you should take a look at this idea and give a try. Nevertheless, you can watch this YouTube video for the instructions and needed materials.

Final Thoughts

There is no doubt, making a feeder for your chickens can greatly help you in stopping food wastage and saving more time and money.

Nevertheless, by simply constructing any of the above-mentioned DIY chicken feeders, you will be able to give your chickens clean and enough food to eat. Most importantly, you will completely prevent food wastage.

We hope that you’ve learned a lot of new things from this article.

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