If you're looking to keep predators out of your chicken coop, one way to do so is to attach hardware cloth to the bottom of the coop. Here's how you can do so:
1. First, measure the area where you'll be attaching the hardware cloth. Cut the cloth to size, allowing for a few inches of overlap on each side.
2. Next, use wire cutters to cut any sharp edges off of the hardware cloth. This will help to prevent any cuts or scrapes to your chickens.
3. Once the hardware cloth is cut to size and the edges are smoothed, it's time to attach it to the bottom of the coop. You can do this by screwing it into the coop's frame or, if you're using a chicken wire coop, by zip-tying it to the bottom.