If you're using hardware cloth to keep chickens in (or out), you'll need to fasten it securely. Here are a few ways to do that:
- Use zip ties or wire ties to secure the hardware cloth to the chicken coop frame. Make sure the ties are tight and snug so there are no gaps.
- Use staples or nails to attach the hardware cloth to the wood frame. Be sure to hammer them in tightly so there are no gaps.
- Use chicken wire clips or other similar clips designed for attaching wire mesh to wood. These will give a more permanent connection than zip ties or staples, but may be more difficult to install.