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How to Build a Basic Birdhouse

Sep 23, 2010 04:40 PM

1 – 1" X 6" X 6'-0" Pressure Treated Lumber
28 – 2" Galvanized Screws (or nails)
Miter Saw (optional)
Circular Saw
Screw Gun
1 1/2" Hole Cutting Drill Bit
Hammer
Tape measure
Pencil

Diagram comparing two shapes labeled A and B with measurements and angles indicated.

I always like to go ahead and cut all my pieces before I start to assemble them. It makes it a whole lot easier.

4x6 inch diagram of a rectangular shape.

Dimensions of a rectangular object measuring 4 inches in width and 6 inches in height with a circular cutout.

Dimensions of a rectangular box with labeled sides: top (10" x 6"), bottom (5" x 6"), and back (14" x 6").

4x6 inch diagram of a rectangular shape.

Dimensions of a rectangular object measuring 4 inches in width and 6 inches in height with a circular cutout.

Dimensions of a rectangular box with labeled sides: top (10" x 6"), bottom (5" x 6"), and back (14" x 6").

A = Left Side Piece
B = Right Side Piece
C = Top
D = Bottom
E = Front
F = Back

Technical drawing of mechanical parts labeled A, B, D, and E.

Diagram showing labeled parts of a structure: Back, Side "A", Bottom.

Technical diagram showing corner joints with labels indicating orientation and spacing.

Technical drawing of mechanical parts labeled A, B, D, and E.

Diagram showing labeled parts of a structure: Back, Side "A", Bottom.

Technical diagram showing corner joints with labels indicating orientation and spacing.

Some birds do not like painted structures and may refuse to nest in your bird house if it is painted.
I would recommend hanging the bird house no lower than 12' off the ground.

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