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How to Build a Basic Birdhouse

  • 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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