Easy to Build Birdhouses - A Natural Approach: Must Know Info to Attract and Keep the Birds You Want (Popular Woodworking) [Paperback]

A.J. Hamler (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 6, 2010 | Series: Popular Woodworking

A Nature-Friendly Way to Attract and House Birds

Birdhouses are a favorite project among woodworkers. Made of inexpensive materials, they are quick to build and a pleasure for the whole neighborhood. Easy to Build Birdhouses includes 26 fun projects for woodworkers of all skill levels.

Part 1 talks about construction basics, wood grain, doors and access, proper drainage and ventilation, interiors, materials and hardware, paint and stain, and house mounting and support methods. It also addresses birdhouse placement and how to attract birds.

Part 2 shows how to make birdhouses using natural materials to help them blend in with their surroundings.

Part 3 shows how to make bird feeders that help attract birds.

Part 4 provides examples of colorful and whimsical birdhouses, like a lighthouse and a Cape Cod bungalow, that are a little more advanced.

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About the Author

AJ. Hamler is the former editor of Woodshop News and was the founding editor of Woodcraft Magazine. He recently served as Senior Editor for The Collins Complete Woodworker (HarperCollins/Smithsonian). When not in his workshop, his other interests include science fiction (writing as A.J. Austin, he's published two novels and numerous short stories), gourmet cooking and Civil War reenacting.

Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Popular Woodworking Books (July 6, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1440302200
• ISBN-13: 978-1440302206
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.2 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #61,428 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #15 in Books > Professional & Technical > Professional Science > Biological Sciences > Animals > Birds & Birdwatching > Field Guides
  • #23 in Books > Science & Math > Nature & Ecology > Field Guides

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to Build Birdhouses, April 18, 2011

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This review is from: Easy to Build Birdhouses - A Natural Approach: Must Know Info to Attract and Keep the Birds You Want (Popular Woodworking) (Paperback)

Very happy I got this book, lots of great ideas to build birdhouses. I love the simple styles since I'm not into really fancy birdhouses. Comes with patterns and measurements, and lots of great info about what birds prefer, like the size of the house and size of the hole to attract different birds. Has the plans for a butterfly house I want to try, and a roosting ledge that I think the morning doves would like. Also want to build a purple martin house, I know they eat lots of mosquitoes.

In the back of the book there are some plans for building a few fancier birdhouses. May try some of those, too, I think they would make great gifts. My favorite one is the one shaped like a doghouse, really like that one.

5/5/11 Ordered another one for my dad for Father's Day!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to build birdhouses, December 9, 2011

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This review is from: Easy to Build Birdhouses - A Natural Approach: Must Know Info to Attract and Keep the Birds You Want (Popular Woodworking) (Paperback)

The title say it all, good information on what birds like, material to use and the plans are easy to follow and buid.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Bird House Book, December 8, 2011

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This review is from: Easy to Build Birdhouses - A Natural Approach: Must Know Info to Attract and Keep the Birds You Want (Popular Woodworking) (Paperback)

This is a nice book with easy to follow step by step instructions. It also has good photographs that follow the instructions and of the completed product. Bird information was good to have a well.