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A small wall-mounted mason bee house with an angled roof and a removable, replaceable drilled nesting block.
| Part | Qty | T × W × L | Material | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roof panels 22.5° bevel on the top edge so the two panels meet at a peak. | 2 | 3/4" × 6" × 8" | Scrap wood | ☐ |
| Side panels Top edge beveled to match the roof angle. | 2 | 3/4" × 5" × 8" | Scrap wood | ☐ |
| Bottom panel | 1 | 3/4" × 5" × 6" | Scrap wood | ☐ |
| Back panel | 1 | 3/4" × 6" × 9" | Scrap wood or plywood | ☐ |
| Nesting block Drilled with 5/16" (or slightly larger) holes, 6-8" deep. Removable, not glued in — swap every 1-2 years. | 1 | 3 1/2" × 3 1/2" × 7" | Laminated 2x4 | ☐ |
| Item | Qty | ✓ |
|---|---|---|
| Scrap wood or 2x4, untreated Avoid pressure-treated stock. | 6 board ft | ☐ |
| Exterior wood glue (Titebond II/III) | 2 oz | ☐ |
| Exterior spray paint (blue or purple) Avoid red and dark tones. Exterior only — leave the nesting wood bare. | 1 can | ☐ |
Overall cost: $. Lumber varies by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure.