How to Build a Birdhouse

Want to accent your yard this summer? Get your family involved in building your own birdhouse and give them something to look forward to! Cardinal Home Centers in Madison and Crozet carry all the materials you need to provide your birds with a safe place to rest. Learn how to build a birdhouse using materials from Cardinal Home Center!

The first step to getting the perfect birdhouse is figuring out the type of house you want to build. This article from Birdwatching Bliss offers a number of options depending on the type of bird you want to attract, from Bluebirds and Robins to Wrens and more. If you are looking for a standard birdhouse, the Bluebird Nest option is one of the most popular.

All birdhouses typically use Inland Red Cedar or Western Red Cedar: check the availability and types available per store. You may need some other tools, such as:

• Disc and orbital sanders
• Pencil
• Carpenter square
• Tape measure
• Drill bit set
• Hole saws
• Dowels
• Sanding sponges
• Wood glue
• Paintbrushes
• Framing nails

To accent your house, apply Benjamin Moore’s Arborcoat Translucent or Semi-Solid Stain to your birdhouse. The translucent option can give the wood a more natural look, while the solid stain can be mixed in any color. Typically, birds feel safer in camouflaged colors like gray, dull green, brown, or tan. However, if you are looking to place it in a flower garden, choose brighter colors to make it stand out. We also sell smaller detailing brushes for finer details or tape to make unique patterns.

See also: How to Build a Cornhole Board

Cardinal Home Center carries all the supplies you need to create the perfect birdhouse and bond with your family! Need something to fill your newly-created birdhouse? We also carry birdseed and other accessories to accent your new build, as well as posts and more! We can also offer guidance if you have any questions during the build process on how to make it your own!