Introduction: How to Build a Bat House
Supplies Needed
-Drill
-Circular saw
-Sander
-Nail gun
-Staple gun
-Stain
-Weather proof sealant
-Staples
-Nails
-Wood glue
-Sanded plywood
-Deer netting
-Table saw
Step 1: Cutting
Cut the Plywood in 6 piece
Cut one pies 26 inches long 24 inches wide half an inch thick(back)
cut the second and third piece into 22 inches long and 1 inch wide(sides)
cut the fourth piece into 18 inches long and 24 inches wide then
cut the fifth piece into 3 1/2 inches long 24 inches wide(tops)
Step 2: Glue the Sides Together
Take the 22 inch long and 1 inch wide pieces and glue them to the base as shown
Step 3: Placing Deer Netting
Put deer netting on the inside of the bird house and staple it down.
Step 4: Glue the Top On
put the two top pieces on as shown have the bigger one on the top corners then put the smaller one 1/2 inch below the bigger one
Step 5: Nailing and Staining the Wood
Use nail gun to put in nails to secure the top and sides together
Then stain 2 coats of Bulgarian oak stain
Then put the clear weather proof stain on the wood about 3-4 coats