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www.grainger.com Introduction: Building a Simple Wooden Birdhouse This guide will walk you through the process of building a basic wooden birdhouse, perfect for attracting feathered friends to your garden. This project is suitable for beginner woodworkers and requires minimal tools and materials.
Materials You'll Need: A piece of untreated wood (pine, cedar, or redwood recommended) approximately 12" x 36" x 3/4" Wood glue Small nails or screws (1" or 1 1/4" long) Sandpaper (120-grit and 220-grit) Exterior wood sealant or paint (optional)
Tools Required: Saw (hand saw, circular saw, or jigsaw) Drill with various sized drill bits (including one suitable for creating a drainage hole) Hammer or screwdriver Measuring tape or ruler Pencil Clamps (optional, but helpful)
Step 1: Cutting the Wood Pieces Carefully measure and cut the wood according to the following dimensions. These are approximate and can be adjusted to your preference. Be precise with your cuts for a better fit. Remember to always use safety glasses when cutting wood. Front: 6" wide x 8" high Back: 6" wide x 10" high Sides (2 pieces): 6" wide x 7" high (taper one end of each side piece from 7" down to 5" to create a slanted roof) Bottom: 4" wide x 6" long Roof (2 pieces): 4.5" wide x 7" long
Step 2: Assembling the Birdhouse Body Start by attaching the sides to the bottom piece. Apply wood glue to the edges of the bottom piece and clamp the side pieces in place. Secure with nails or screws. Next, attach the front piece to the sides and bottom, using glue and nails/screws. Finally, attach the back piece, ensuring it extends above the side pieces to create the roof overhang.
Step 3: Creating the Entrance Hole Decide where you want the entrance hole to be on the front piece. A good rule of thumb is to place it about 2 inches below the top. Use a drill bit appropriate for the size of bird you want to attract. Common sizes are: 1 1/8" for wrens 1 1/4" for chickadees 1 1/2" for nuthatches 2" for bluebirds Drill the entrance hole carefully, avoiding splintering the wood.
Step 4: Adding the Roof Attach the roof pieces to the top of the birdhouse, overlapping them slightly. Use wood glue and nails/screws to secure them in place. Ensure the roof overhangs the front of the birdhouse to provide some protection from the rain.
Step 5: Adding Drainage and Ventilation Drill a few small drainage holes in the bottom of the birdhouse to prevent water from accumulating. Drill small ventilation holes near the top of the sides to provide airflow.
Step 6: Sanding and Finishing Sand all the edges of the birdhouse with 120-grit sandpaper to remove any sharp edges and splinters. Then, sand with 220-grit sandpaper for a smooth finish. If desired, apply an exterior wood sealant or paint to protect the birdhouse from the weather. Use non-toxic paint if painting the inside.
Step 7: Mounting the Birdhouse Decide where you want to mount your birdhouse. You can attach it to a tree, post, or building. Make sure it's in a location that is safe from predators and has some shade. Drill holes through the back of the birdhouse to attach it securely to its mounting surface using screws or nails.
Conclusion: Enjoy Your New Birdhouse Congratulations, you've built your own birdhouse! Now, sit back and enjoy watching the birds move in and make it their home. Remember to clean the birdhouse out once a year, after nesting season, to keep it sanitary for its inhabitants.
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