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Information that gives you insight into post-frame construction and in making your building project a success.
Building Construction | Farm Buildings | Horse Barns | Riding Arenas | Building Features | Pole Barn Builders
By:
Nettie Grubb
April 10th, 2023
If you have spent hours talking to equine enthusiasts and researching horse barn stalls, there are so many options it can be overwhelming. 9 Factors to Consider When Designing Your Horse Barn Stalls: Stall size and the number of stalls Durable materials Stall door placement Wall partitions Stall design Additional accessories (for hay, feed, water, tack) Stall Flooring Moister and airflow Choosing a quality pole barn builder is critical to ensure your barn is constructed correctly You know your horse(s) better than anyone. And you've invested a lot of time, energy, and money into them. We work with customers to design a custom horse barn that is safe and meets your needs.That is why we have put together the nine factors you need to consider when designing stalls for your pole building. You want to make sure you're making the right decision for your horses and the overall design of your horse barn, but maybe you're unsure of everything that needs to be considered?
Building Tips | Residential Buildings | Riding Arenas | Pole Barn Builders
By:
Julie Kimpel
January 24th, 2022
There are thousands of ways pole barns can be different from one another, but there’s one thing that all pole barns have in common, they have to deal with cold weather.
Building Construction | Posts | Horse Barns | Riding Arenas | Pole Barn Builders
By:
Courtney Moore
September 20th, 2021
Horse barns have evolved a great deal since the first-ever horse barn was built. It is said that the world’s oldest horse stables were discovered in Egypt in 1304 BC. The barn was 182,986 square feet and could house over 480 horses.
Posts | Horse Barns | Riding Arenas
By:
Courtney Moore
August 10th, 2020
It can be challenging to envision a pole barn in your head and know what building size you need. Sure, it'd be helpful if our minds could calculate the specifications, but that’s one superpower we, unfortunately, weren’t given.
Posts | Building Tips | Horse Barns | Riding Arenas
By:
Cori Lane
July 8th, 2019
As an owner, you’ve considered building a top-notch pole barn for your horses. These animals are your favorite pastime (or livelihood), so why not invest in a new structure? You already have the land set aside. You’ve been consciously saving your money. So, there’s half the battle. Now that you’ve pulled the trigger, you’re tasked with designing a floor plan for your equine facility.
Posts | Horse Barns | Riding Arenas
By:
Cori Lane
February 18th, 2019
As an owner, you’ve considered building a top-notch pole barn for your horses. These animals are your favorite pastime (or livelihood), so why not invest in a new structure? You already have the land set aside. You’ve been consciously saving your money. So, there’s half the battle. Now that you've pulled the trigger, you’re tasked with designing a floor plan for your equine facility. The design process can be a challenging task.