J&E Grill Manufacturing Blog

Our blog is your go-to resource for all things related to horse barn supplies, hardware, and design. As a leading manufacturer, we understand the unique demands of horse barn construction. Our goal is to provide you with valuable insights, expert tips, and inspiration to help you create a functional, stylish, and secure environment for your horses.

A horse looking out the top half of an old, poorly designed and installed Dutch door.

Dutch Doors, Sliding Doors, and Entry Points That Don’t Drive You Nuts – Straight from the Forums (Part 3)

Welcome to the third installment of our series covering the most common complaints on the…

J&E Grill

16 Jun 2025

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Horses in stalls with protective grills, able to interact and see all around them.

Fixing Barn Layout Mistakes You’ll Regret Later – Straight from the Forums (Part 2)

Welcome to part 2 of our series where we look at the most common complaints…

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30 May 2025

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Horses in stalls, looking around through open-air, protective grill tops.

The Herd Within the Barn: Why Socialization Matters for Horses

In that kind of environment, horses graze, groom, play, and rest together, reading each other's…

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15 May 2025

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A horse seen in a cramped, messy aisleway and crowded stables

Solving Stall Design Headaches — Straight from the Forums

We do, too, and as we were looking through the forums and discussions we saw…

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06 May 2025

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Sheep feed from EZ-fill haynet beside protective red mesh barn door and wood wall in stable.

Choosing the Right Haynet: Why It Pays to Upgrade from Standard Nets

Durability That Lasts Beyond a Season Most budget haynets are made from thin rope or…

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30 Apr 2025

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Image of a barn with custom Dutch doors, sliding doors, and sliding loft door from J&E

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best Exterior Barn Door

With so many materials and styles available choosing the right barn door can feel overwhelming.…

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15 Apr 2025

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Comparing Horse Barn Door Materials

Comparing Horse Barn Door Materials

Choosing the right materials for your horse barn doors is a decision that affects not…

J&E Grill

15 Oct 2024

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Horse stall with protective grill, wooden panels, and rustic finish in a stable setting. Perfect for barn interiors.

Barn Safety Features You Can’t Afford to Ignore

Horse barn safety comes down to the small details that make a stable a success…

J&E Grill

09 Sep 2023

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Two white horses standing in a grassy field under a blue sky. Scene captures natural beauty and tranquility of nature.

Why is Barn Ventilation Important?

An inadequately ventilated barn can become a dangerous environment for horses, with the air often…

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31 Jul 2023

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Two horses in a green pasture with trees in the background. Consider adding sliding barn doors or dutch windows for elegance.

Health, Welfare, and Happiness for Stabled Horses

By nature, horses are highly social herd animals, built to graze in the great outdoors…

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31 Jul 2023

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