Product Description
Easy Bedding Wood Pellets 40lb is a premium compressed pine bedding designed to provide superior comfort, absorbency, and convenience for horses and other livestock. These all-natural wood pellets expand up to 4 times their original volume when moistened, delivering exceptional coverage and odor control while requiring minimal storage space.
Made from 100% kiln-dried softwood with no additives, chemicals, or binders, Easy Bedding pellets offer twice the absorbency of traditional shavings while taking up only a fraction of the storage space. Each 40lb bag requires just 1.5 cubic feet of storage but expands to approximately 4 cubic feet of soft, fluffy bedding material, making them the ideal choice for facilities with limited storage capacity.
The compressed pellet design makes stall maintenance quick and easy. When moistened, the pellets break down into a dust-free, sawdust-like bedding that naturally neutralizes ammonia odors, absorbs moisture efficiently, and creates clumped wet spots that are simple to remove. The result is cleaner stalls, healthier animals, and significant savings in both time and money.
Perfect for horse owners, trainers, boarding facilities, and livestock operations looking for a cost-effective, low-maintenance bedding solution without compromising on quality or animal comfort.
Key Features
- Made from 100% kiln-dried softwood pine
- 40lb bag expands to approximately 4 cubic feet of bedding
- Twice as absorbent as traditional shavings
- Four times the odor elimination power
- Takes up only 1/3 the storage space of traditional bedding
- No additives, chemicals, binders, or glues
- Naturally neutralizes ammonia odors
- Virtually dust-free when properly prepared
- Mold and bacteria resistant
- Easy to clean and maintain - clumps urine for simple removal
- Reduces waste and disposal costs significantly
- Biodegradable and compostable
- Can be used dry or moistened
- Cost-effective - after initial setup, only need 1-2 bags per month
- Pleasant natural pine scent
Ideal For
Horses of all types including performance horses, pleasure horses, breeding stock, and backyard horses. Perfect for facilities with limited storage space or those looking to reduce bedding costs and maintenance time. Also suitable for other large animals including cattle, goats, pigs, and sheep, as well as small animals like rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and other pets. Excellent choice for barns, stables, kennels, livestock pens, and even as cat litter.
Usage Instructions
Method 1: Moistened/Expanded Form (Recommended for Horses)
- Prepare Stall: Start with a clean, dry stall floor. For best results, use rubber stall mats underneath.
- Position Bags: Place sealed bags spaced out across the stall floor where bedding is needed.
- Add Water: Cut open each bag and pour approximately 1 gallon of water into each 40lb bag. Warm water speeds the process (20 minutes), while cold water takes about 60 minutes.
- Allow Expansion: Wait for water to fully absorb. Pellets will expand to approximately 4 times their original size, breaking down into fluffy sawdust-like bedding.
- Spread Bedding: Flip the bag and dump out the expanded bedding. Rake evenly across the stall to desired depth (typically 1.5 inches).
- Coverage: Each 40lb bag covers approximately 5-5.5 feet by 5-5.5 feet at 1.5 inches deep. Use multiple bags as needed for your stall size.
Method 2: Dry Pellet Form
Pour desired amount of dry pellets directly onto stall floor. Animal movement will naturally break down pellets over time. This method works well for animals that move frequently or for spot absorption.
Initial Setup: Use 6-8 bags for initial stall setup to ensure proper depth and absorption.
Daily Maintenance:
- Remove wet spots and manure daily using a standard stall fork
- Pellets clump and hold urine in small patches for easy removal
- Only remove soiled bedding - clean bedding stays fresh and falls through fork
- Add fresh pellets or expanded bedding as needed
- Easy maintenance saves time and reduces labor
Complete Change:
- After initial setup, typically only need 1-2 bags per month for maintenance
- Complete changes needed far less frequently than shavings
- Reduced frequency saves significant time and money
For Small Animals: Use in dry pellet form. Add to clean habitat to animal's knee depth. Minimal pellets needed - very economical.
Storage: Store bags in cool, dry location. Bags are compact and stackable, requiring minimal space.
Product Specifications
- Weight: 40 pounds per bag
- Compressed Volume: Approximately 1.5 cubic feet
- Expanded Volume: Approximately 4 cubic feet (when moistened)
- Expansion Rate: Expands up to 4x original volume
- Coverage: 5-5.5 feet x 5-5.5 feet at 1.5 inches deep per bag (when expanded)
- Material: 100% kiln-dried softwood pine
- Moisture Content: Low (kiln-dried)
- Absorbency: 2x more absorbent than shavings
- Odor Control: 4x better ammonia control than traditional shavings
- Dust Level: Virtually dust-free when properly moistened
- Pellet Form: Compressed, dense pellets
- Storage Efficiency: Requires 1/3 the space of traditional bedding
Ingredients
100% all-natural kiln-dried softwood pine pellets. Densely compressed wood fibers with no fillers, additives, chemicals, perfumes, binders, or glues. Made from 100% natural biomass. Free from black walnut and other harmful wood species. Produced through heat and high-pressure compression process. Safe, organic, and inedible.
Why We Love It
Space-Saving Convenience: Traditional shavings require massive storage areas and frequent deliveries, but Easy Bedding pellets deliver the same coverage in compact 40lb bags. One bag takes up just 1.5 cubic feet but expands to 4 cubic feet of bedding - that's a 66% reduction in storage space requirements. For busy barns and facilities with limited storage, this is a game-changer. No more massive piles of shavings taking up valuable barn space!
Superior Performance That Saves Money: The kiln-drying and compression process creates a product that's twice as absorbent as regular shavings and offers four times the odor elimination power. The pellets wick moisture away from manure and clump urine into small, easy-to-remove patches similar to cat litter. This means you're only throwing away the soiled bedding, not half your stall. After the initial setup of 6-8 bags, most horse owners report using only 1-2 bags per month for maintenance versus multiple bales of shavings weekly. The math is simple - less waste equals more savings.
Easy Maintenance & Fast Cleanup: Stall cleaning has never been easier. The clumping action of Easy Bedding pellets makes spot cleaning incredibly efficient. Simply remove the clumped wet spots and solid waste - the clean bedding falls right through your fork. What used to take 30-45 minutes now takes 10-15 minutes. More time with your horses, less time mucking stalls!
Health Benefits for Horses & Handlers: Virtually dust-free bedding means better respiratory health for both horses and the people caring for them. The natural wood composition resists mold and bacteria growth, while the superior ammonia absorption creates a healthier barn environment. No more ammonia smell burning your eyes and nose. The comfortable, cushioned bedding provides excellent support for horses' joints and hooves.
Environmental Responsibility: Made from renewable softwood resources, these pellets are fully biodegradable and compostable. The combined pellet and manure mixture makes excellent compost for gardens and flower beds - your waste becomes someone's treasure! Using compressed pellets also means fewer trips for disposal, reduced transportation emissions, and less landfill waste.
Versatile Applications: Beyond horse stalls, Easy Bedding pellets work wonderfully for small animals, livestock, and even as an eco-friendly, cost-effective cat litter alternative. One product, multiple uses!
Caution & Storage
CAUTION:
- Do NOT use wood stove pellets as a substitute - only use pellets specifically manufactured for animal bedding
- Ensure adequate ventilation in all animal housing
- When using moistened method, allow pellets to fully expand before allowing animals access
- Do not use pellets made from black walnut or other harmful wood species
- Monitor animals for any signs of respiratory irritation or allergic reactions (rare with this product)
- Pellets are inedible but some animals may attempt to eat them - monitor accordingly
- Keep bags sealed and dry until ready to use
- Keep out of reach of children
Storage Instructions:
- Store in cool, dry location away from moisture and direct sunlight
- Keep bags sealed and off the ground on pallets
- Stack bags safely to prevent tipping
- Protect from rodents and wild birds
- Rotate stock - use oldest bags first (FIFO method)
- Moisture will cause pellets to expand prematurely - keep completely dry
- Compact size allows for efficient storage in limited spaces
- Can store 3x more bedding in same space compared to shavings
- Bags can be stored outside if kept dry and covered
Usage Tips:
- For best results, use rubber stall mats under pellet bedding
- Start with proper depth (6-8 bags initially) for optimal absorption and performance
- Daily spot cleaning maximizes bedding life and reduces costs
- Compost used bedding for gardens - excellent organic matter and soil amendment
- Can be used as cat litter for cost-effective, natural alternative
- For trailers, use moistened pellets to prevent shifting during transport
- Consider mixing with small amount of shavings on top for horses new to pellets
Always provide animals with adequate shelter, fresh water, and appropriate care. Consult your veterinarian for animals with special bedding needs.