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Sturdy Wood Bird Feeder
Whether you’re an average bird watcher or you just want to sharpen your woodworking skills, this DIY Bird Feeder project is custom-made for you.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- 4.3–8.3 hours
- Cost
- $$
Cut list
| Part | Qty | T × W × L | Material | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pressure Treated Southern Yellow Pine Boards | 2 | 1" × 6" × 72" | — | ☐ |
Materials
| Item | Qty | ✓ |
|---|---|---|
| Board, 1x6 72" | 2 board | ☐ |
| Sandpaper or sanding sponges, 150 or 220 grit | 1 each | ☐ |
| 18 gauge nails, 1-1/4″ and 3/4″ | 50 each | ☐ |
| 18 gauge staples, 1/2″ | 50 each | ☐ |
| Mending Plates (optional, for joining octagon) | 8 each | ☐ |
| Miter Clamps (optional) | 8 each | ☐ |
| Stainable Wood Filler (optional) | 1 each | ☐ |
| Mesh Screen/Hardware Cloth | 1 each | ☐ |
| Small pack of exterior grade screws, #8, 1-1/2″ (commonly referred to as ‘deck screws’) | 10 each | ☐ |
| Wood Glue | 1 each | ☐ |
Overall cost: $$. Lumber varies by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure.