How to Build a Birdhouse Under $3.00
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- Опубліковано 6 вер 2024
- Ryobi 10" Sliding Compound Miter Saw: amzn.to/3x19QG2
This video demonstrates how to build a simple, sturdy, and attractive bird box that will last for years to come!
Supplies:
(1) 6 Foot Privacy Fence Plank
(1) Hinge (For roof)
Scrap Shingle Optional
Tools:
- Miter Saw
- Nails
- Glue
- 1 1/2" Butterfly Bit
- Drill
- Tape Measure
Cuts:
15" (Dog Ear End)
7 1/4" (Front)
4"x4" (Decorative Bezel)
10" - 7.5" (Sides, Cut at Angle)
7 3/4" (Roof, Ends Cut at 25 Degrees Parallel)
Bottom length to be determined by your preference*
If you have any questions or comments about this build, please them them in the comment section below.
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This is great! Awesome design and cheap too! Very easy to accomplish
NEVER use pressure-treated lumber for birdhouses or bird feeders. It contains toxic chemicals that will harm the birds.
100% true! This is the worst kind of wood you could possibly use for any kind of animal structure.
I thought the same thing.
I also agree, but Cedar pickets would work fine
Just learn how to build a bird’s nest …a hobby I found joy and thanks for making my retirement life awesome ❤️
I’m glad it worked out for you. Enjoy your retirement!
Hi Wes. When you were assembling the birdhouse, I noticed you used Titebond Original Wood glue. That is not an exterior grade glue. You should use Titebond III. It is an exterior grade Waterproof glue. I like your design. Nice job.
Duly noted. Thanks for the advice!
No ventilation and black roof means 10 degrees higher in July.
Wesley, here we are two years down the yellow brick road and your instructional video is as informative as the day after your editing.
This video was the most useful and understandable than any that I have viewed. Tomorrow I am going to run - well, drive - to my local Home Deeps and purchase at least six dog-ear pickets. I setting the alarm now!
Nice build.I like the way you explained the vent for air flow and the holes for drainage. Many UA-cam bird house builds don,t include that. However pressure treated lumber is not recommended
This Is Great. But Can You Please Make A Bird House And Put A Bird House On Powerlines
I make it very similar but put vent holes in the side top and drain holes in the bottom. Also a perch under the entrance hole. Nice job.
I went back and added drain holes myself. Someone told me way back when not to install perches. They said it makes it harder for a bird to defend their next from inside the box.. I guess it might give an attacking bird a better foot-hold?
@@WesleyAllenNC I get a little something from watching all builders...yours show a love for life and that is what is important. I do perches about half/half as the spirit moves me....peace brother.
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Correct! No perches.
Great plan but bad choice to use pressure treated.
Looks simple and easy and the bird houses look good. Thanks for sharing. Fellow Taco owner.
Belo trabalho, os pássaros agradecem
No need for a perching overhang - aids predators and I'd fasten the roof down too for similar reasons.
Thanks for the tips
The extra piece you added in front of the hole DOES look nice, however, more importantly, it acts as a predator guard against critters that gnaw around the edges to make the hole bigger. Nice job though, (secure that lid).
do you think a 2 or 3 inch dowell just below the hole would be good for the bird to perch on?
It would, and also looks neat, but it gives predatory birds a nice perch to attack a nest. I’m pretty sure that’s why most builders don’t suggest using them.
Great Video & the Autio was very well done
Thanks for watching!
Angles confuse the Dickens out of me. I expect to waste some wood. Great video!
The bottom should be inside so water drains away, as you have made it water will find its way in so you will have a wet floor and kill the chicks, Also you need to get in to clean it out a side panel is good for that.
Is it wise to use pressure treated? Chemicals. And if you're going to give the birds a landing area why not make it big enough for them to land on?
Leave it off, predators.
No, it is not wise to use pressure-treated lumber for any kind of animal structure. It contains toxic chemicals.
Cool looking B-house, easy and simple.
Hey thanks! Yeah it’s a pretty neat little project, and cheap..
Nice work mister,nice work, Thank you!!!
Hey thanks! I’m glad you liked it
Great build thx for sharing enjoyed it
Hello!
Why did you make the bottom off? It will collect moisture!
Usually, the bottom plate is interior unless the house is placed in the moisture protected place (under a structure's roof...).
Initially it was for aesthetics, now I cut them flush!
Great job very simple
Thanks!
Thank you for very informative video. Best one on here !!
Hey thanks!
Nice work, thanks for sharing..
I like your boxes. That roof really makes the house special. For the size hole, what birds would normally choose to live in it?
Blue Birds use these small holes at 1.5 inches. www.nabluebirdsociety.org/PDF/NABS%20factsheet%20-%20Nestbox%20Recs.pdf
Love it
Thank!
Do not use pressure treated wood!
Your 2nd measurement you said 7 & 1/4 but your measured 7 & 1/8 but still nice video!
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What gauge nail are you using?
It was just a simple brad nail. Maybe 2” in length from what I recall
I would consider some ventilation holes to prevent any chicks over heating.
my god clean the dust lol
Ryobi 10" Sliding Compound Miter Saw: amzn.to/3x19QG2
Good. I wait for love from you 💝💖
This is similar to the one's I make, I tend to make a 25mm (1" ) hole for blue tits or 28mm for great tits but that's here in the UK, I don't know what birds you have.
I think the important thing you are missing is a catch to hold the roof down to stop predators having a snack.
North American Blue Birds prefer holes at 1.5 inches. www.nabluebirdsociety.org/PDF/NABS%20factsheet%20-%20Nestbox%20Recs.pdf
Please DO NOT USE pressure treated wood for bird houses it kills the birds. Great bird house tho. Thank you!