Bird Feeding Station Plans

This step by step diy woodworking project is about bird feeding station plans free. This article features detailed instructions for building a beautiful bird feeder station for your backyard, if you are serious about attracting them. You can adjust the size of the project to suit your needs. You can complete this project in just a few hours with basic tools. Take a look over the rest of our woodworking plans, if you want to get more building inspiration.

When buying the lumber, you should select the planks with great care, making sure they are straight and without any visible flaws (cracks, knots, twists, decay). Investing in cedar or other weather resistant lumber is a good idea, as it will pay off on the long run. Use a spirit level to plumb and align the components, before inserting the galvanized screws, otherwise the project won’t have a symmetrical look. If you have all the materials and tools required for the project, you could get the job done in about a day. See all my Premium Plans HERE.

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Bird Feeding Station Plans

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Cut & Shopping Lists

• A – 1 piece of 4×4 lumber – 10′ long LEGS
• B – 2 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 48″ long BEAMS
• C – 2 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 48″ long BEAMS
• D – 4 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 3 1/2″ long SUPPORTS

• 1 piece of 4×4 lumber – 10′
• 2 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 8′
• 1 piece of 2×4 lumber – 4′
• 2 1/2″ screws
• 1 1/4″ screws
• wood putty, wood stain
• wood glue

Tools

 Hammer, Post hole digger, Tape measure, Framing square, Level

 Miter saw, Drill machinery, Screwdriver, Sander

 Safety Gloves, Safety Glasses

Time

 One day

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Build a bird feeding station

The first step of the project is to build the posts for the bird feeding station. You need to set the 4×4 post in the ground for at least 2′. Use a post hole digger and make the 10″ hole in the ground. Set the posts into place and use a spirit level to plumb it. Use braces to lock it into place temporarily, while you compact the soil around the post.

Building the support beams

Next, you need to build the beams for the station from 2×6 lumber. Mark the cut lines on the beams and get the job done with a saw. Use a jigsaw for the curved cuts. Use a chisel to remove the excess from the notches. Smooth the edges thoroughly with 80-120 grit sandpaper.

Attaching the beams

Fit the beams to the top of the post and lock them into place with 2 1/2″ screws, after drilling pilot holes.

Fitting the rest of the beams

Fit the perpendicular beams to the feeding station, as shown in the diagram. Drill pilot holes and insert a few screws to lock the beams to the post.

Fitting the supports

Next, you need to attach the 2×4 supports between the beams, so you can hang the bird feeder. Insert eye screws to the supports, so you can hang the bird feeders.

Bird feeding station plans

Fill the holes with wood putty and let them dry out for a few hours. Smooth the surface with 100-220 grit sandpaper and remove the residues with a damp cloth.

Top Tip: Apply a few coats of paint or stain to the components, to enhance the look of the project.

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