Simply Shavings™ Premium Pine ShavingsLow Dust Stall Bedding

I've never used bagged shavings before — is this easy to get started with?

As straightforward as bedding gets. Open the bag, spread the shavings to a 3 to 4 inch depth, and you're done. No soaking, no fluffing, no prep work. Most first-time users are surprised at how far a bag goes once it's spread out. \

How many bags will I need to bed a standard 12x12 stall?

It depends on your target depth, but a 12x12 stall bedded to about 3 to 4 inches typically takes somewhere in the range of 2 to 3 bags to start. After the initial bed is down, you'll use far less for daily top-ups. If you want a more precise estimate based on your stall dimensions, give us a call. \

How often should I be doing a full strip-out versus just topping up?

That depends on how heavily the stall is used and how well you're maintaining the daily clean-up. With consistent removal of soiled patches and regular top-ups, most owners on a single horse get a week or two before a full strip is needed. The better you maintain depth, the longer the bedding performs. \

Are these shavings kiln dried?

Yes. The shavings are dried to reduce moisture content, which is part of what makes the absorbency perform the way it does from day one. Wet or green shavings hold far less before they break down. \

My horse has heaves — is low dust bedding actually going to make a difference?

It can, yes. Dust is a known respiratory irritant for horses with heaves or other airway sensitivities, and switching to a low dust bedding is one of the first things vets tend to recommend alongside ventilation improvements. These shavings won't eliminate all dust in a barn environment, but they reduce a meaningful source of it right at the stall level. \

How do pine shavings compare to wood pellet bedding in terms of absorbency and cost?

Wood pellets can absorb more per lbs. of product and expand significantly when wet, which some owners prefer. Shavings tend to be easier to manage for daily top-ups, spread more intuitively, and feel more familiar to horses and handlers used to traditional stall bedding. Cost comparison depends on your source and volume, but for most barns running standard stall management, shavings offer a solid balance of performance and practicality. \

Can I compost used pine shavings?

Yes. Used pine shavings compost well and are a good addition to a farm compost pile. Pine does break down more slowly than straw, so mixing with other organic material speeds the process along. Many customers spread composted shavings on pastures or garden beds once fully broken down. \

Do you offer bulk or pallet pricing on pine shavings?

We do. If you're buying in volume, reach out by phone or chat and we'll work out pallet pricing and the best freight option for your location. Buying in bulk almost always saves you meaningfully over single bag pricing. \

Is this bedding suitable for foaling stalls?

Pine shavings work in foaling stalls, but many breeders prefer straw for foaling specifically because it's warmer, softer for newborns, and easier for foals to navigate in the first hours after birth. Some barns use straw for the foaling event itself and switch to shavings for general stall management. If you're setting up a dedicated foaling stall, it's worth asking us about Simply Straw as well. \

Does Farm & Barn carry other bedding options that might work alongside pine shavings?

Yes. Simply Straw Bedding is the other bedding we carry, and it complements shavings well. Some customers run straw as a base layer for warmth and structure, with shavings on top for absorbency. Both products are available individually, and we're happy to help you work out a setup that makes sense for your barn. \