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Coarse Chicken Coop Sand — Washed, Screened, Dried (50 lb Bag)

4.6 8 reviews 1 min read

Reviews

4.6/ 5

Average of 8 reviews

Brand Sun Joe

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Coarse Chicken Coop Sand — Washed, Screened, Dried (50 lb Bag)

Product description

Ready-to-use 50 lb bag: Each bag contains coarse-grade mineral sand that has been washed, screened and dried, packaged for immediate use in poultry housing.
Washed and screened material: The processing removes fine dust and small debris to produce a consistent, coarse grain size suited for chicken environments and easy sifting.
Dried, coarse grain for drainage: The larger particle structure promotes rapid moisture passage and evaporation, helping maintain a drier floor between cleanings.
Non-clumping, free-flowing bedding: Grains won’t bind together around droppings, making daily waste removal and sifting faster and less messy.
Natural mineral origin and uses: Sourced from natural mineral deposits and processed for animal housing, it’s intended for coop floors, beneath roosts, runs, and dust bath areas to provide comfort and hygiene.

Pros

  • Low dust and screened for consistency
  • Fast-draining, non-clumping grains
  • Ready to use from a 50 lb bag

Cons

  • Heavy to handle when moving bags
  • Higher cost for large-scale use
  • May require a specific sifting tool

VerdictThis coarse, processed sand is a practical bedding option for poultry keepers wanting a low-dust, non-clumping surface that drains quickly and is easy to sift. It arrives ready to use in a 50 lb bag and stands up well to routine cleaning and wet weather. While the bag’s weight and unit cost may be considerations for larger flocks, its drainage, comfort for birds, and simplified maintenance make it

Reviews

  1. Roxanne D. 5/5

    Great for warm-weather cooling

    Cool, loose sand my chickens love to scratch and lie in on hot days.

  2. Flossie & Larry Phelps 5/5

    Ideal for coturnix

    Fine grit works great for my coturnix quail—they seem to enjoy it.

  3. Ranch Man 5/5

    Just the right grain

    Grain size makes sifting effortless and it stays put instead of blowing away. My birds look healthier with less lingering moisture.

  4. Ms. Theresa 5/5

    Chickens and I approve

    Nice to scoop and spread—comfortable underfoot for my flock.

  5. Keith 3/5

    Works well but costly

    Perfect for my sifting shovel, but it added up—needed a lot. Sift carefully to save as much as possible.

  6. Maria♡ 5/5

    Grit size I prefer

    Grit is perfect for roost areas and keeps the sleeping space tidy.

  7. James Childress 4/5

    Dustless and durable

    Creates a low-dust coop. Drained well after a heavy rain and kept the floor firm. Pricey but it met my expectations.

  8. Jessica in Holland 5/5

    Sifts poo out quickly

    Placed under roosts and used a sifting rake each morning. Droppings dry fast and most come away with no sand attached.

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