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He constructs the sides, roosts, and supporting structures, aligning everything carefully. Every piece is sanded and smoothed, with particular care given to rounded edges that will come into contact with the chickens. The builder also supplements the wood with boiled linseed oil for additional durability and a pleasing finish.
Final Touches and Testing
After assembly, the equipment undergoes a finishing process, including cleaning off excess glue and applying protective oil. He comments on how much better these units are compared to his previous work—more sturdy, well-finished, and functional. He makes sure the components fit perfectly on his workbenches and plans to deliver the completed units to the ranch owner promptly.