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European horse stall fronts (or just „Euro stalls“ for short) surely seem to be trending right now in the world of equestrian barn design. A large number of all inquiries from barn owners we receive are for Euro horse stalls. So what is it all about? Under „Euro horse stall“, in the US, we typically understand a horse stall with a low front and a hinged door – something like Corton‘s model „Kingly – low“ (see picture above). These stall fronts offer an open and inviting feel in your barn, while allowing the most possible socialization between your horses that is attainable with a box stall. They certainly can be a great choice, but there are a few questions you should ask yourself before committing to installing euro stalls in your barn.

Is my barn suitable for Euro stalls?

This style of stall front is typically best suited for private barns, or boarding barns that do not see a lot of changes in boarders and horses. You’ll want to be sure all horses are comfortable in their environment and with each other. Low stalls are generally not recommended for busy barns with ever new stall neighbors, or larger equestrian centers. Horses are flight animals, and our first priority is to make sure we minimize the chance of a frightened horse trying to jump the low stall door and getting injured in the process.

Are Euro stalls the right choice for my horse?

Do you know your horse’s temperament? For breeders housing stallions for example, low stall fronts are not a great idea. If you know your horse to be nervous or easily spooked, a high stall front style with a turn window or V-grate in the front may be the smarter choice.

Is my barn aisle wide enough for Euro stalls?

How wide is your barn aisle, and how much traffic do you have? If you are remodeling your barn, we want to be sure your aisle is wide enough to accommodate swing doors. And, even if the doors open all the way to sit flush against the stall (which is the way Corton designs them), there is a chance you may find a sliding door better suited for your aisle if it sees a lot of traffic on a regular basis.

Should I combine low Euro stalls with high box stalls?

When you are certain that low stalls are the right choice for your barn design, we generally recommend considering adding one or two high stalls in the corner of your barn or at the end of a row of stalls – that way you have a safe stall available should the need ever arise.

Euro horse stalls are trending – and as a European manufacturer designing high quality horse stalls since 1973 for stables across the globe, Corton is your natural choice when it comes to Euro horse stalls. Reach out to us today to talk about different low horse stall models available, and let our professionals help guide you through all other important questions you should ask before making a final decision.