Usgs Bluebird House Plans Using One Board

Usgs Bluebird House Plans Using One Board: A Step-by-Step Guide

Bluebirds are beautiful and beneficial songbirds that can help control insect populations in your garden. Providing a nesting box for bluebirds is a great way to attract them to your yard. The USGS (United States Geological Survey) has developed a set of plans for building a bluebird house using only one board. This project is relatively easy and inexpensive, and it can be completed in a few hours. ###

Materials:

* 1x6 board, 8 feet long * 1-1/4 inch wood screws * Wood glue * Sandpaper * Paint (optional) ###

Tools:

* Saw * Drill * Screwdriver * Measuring tape * Pencil * Safety glasses ###

Instructions:

Cut the board to size.

* Cut the board into the following pieces: * 2 pieces, 6 inches long * 2 pieces, 9 inches long * 2 pieces, 12 inches long * 1 piece, 18 inches long 2.

Assemble the front and back panels.

* Apply wood glue to the edges of the two 6-inch pieces and the two 9-inch pieces. * Clamp the pieces together until the glue dries. * Repeat this step to assemble the back panel. 3.

Assemble the sides.

* Apply wood glue to the edges of the two 12-inch pieces. * Clamp the pieces together until the glue dries. 4.

Attach the front and back panels to the sides.

* Apply wood glue to the edges of the front and back panels. * Clamp the panels to the sides until the glue dries. 5.

Add the bottom.

* Apply wood glue to the bottom edge of the front and back panels. * Attach the 18-inch piece to the bottom of the house, flush with the edges of the front and back panels. * Clamp the pieces together until the glue dries. 6.

Add the roof.

* Cut a piece of plywood or roofing material to fit the top of the house. * Attach the roof to the house using wood screws. 7.

Add the entrance hole.

* Drill a 1-1/2 inch hole in the front panel of the house, 6 inches from the bottom. * Sand the edges of the hole smooth. 8.

Paint the house (optional).

* If desired, paint the house with a weatherproof paint. 9.

Mount the house.

* Choose a location for the house that is sheltered from the wind and rain. * Mount the house on a pole or tree at a height of 5 to 8 feet. ###

Tips:

* Use cedar or another rot-resistant wood for the house. * Make sure the house is well-ventilated to prevent overheating. * Clean the house out every year after the nesting season. ###

Conclusion:

Building a bluebird house using one board is a fun and rewarding project. With a little time and effort, you can create a beautiful and functional home for these beneficial birds.