Richard Davis - HOME BUYING FOR VETERANS

stall walls to keep it in place and therefore doesn’t need to be removed for cleaning. We recommend that if you can’t cover your concrete floors with rubber mats the make sure you have a heavy broom finished texture to prevent slipping. The most popular type of stall flooring is a “Powdered Stone” which should be laid and compacted up to 8 inches thick. It compacts and makes a smooth surface to place your rubber mats on top of. What are some cool “Bells and Whistles?” Possible items to include on your list are the following: • Automatic waterers

• Drop-down or pull-out feed doors • Stall mats vs Stall Padding systems • Automatic misting systems • Automatic sprinklers • Wash rack • Frost free water hydrants • Tack room • Hay/equipment storage room • Electric outlets above every stall · Thermostat controlled fans · Solar powered attic fans

· Exterior Fluorescent Flood Lights (65w with 300w e h 300w equivalent) · T-5 and T-8 Fluorescent systems (water proof and kick proof) · Surveillance and Alarms · Strategically Placed Fire Extinguishers · Dual Exits from all Stalls · Automatic Sprinkler Systems · First Aid Station · Safety Signage Package · Drainage (Water Harvesting Cistern System)

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