The Complete Book of Birdhouse Construction for Woodworkers 1984 Vintage

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ISBN
9780486244075
Book Title
Complete Book of Birdhouse Construction for Woodworkers
Book Series
Dover Crafts: Woodworking Ser.
Publisher
Dover Publications, Incorporated
Item Length
8.5 in
Edition
40
Publication Year
1984
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Illustrator
Yes
Item Height
0.2 in
Author
Scott D. Campbell
Genre
Nature, Crafts & Hobbies
Topic
Woodwork, Birdwatching Guides
Item Weight
2.4 Oz
Item Width
5.2 in
Number of Pages
48 Pages
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Publisher
Dover Publications, Incorporated
ISBN-10
0486244075
ISBN-13
9780486244075
eBay Product ID (ePID)
127430203

Product Key Features

Edition
40
Book Title
Complete Book of Birdhouse Construction for Woodworkers
Number of Pages
48 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
1984
Topic
Woodwork, Birdwatching Guides
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Nature, Crafts & Hobbies
Author
Scott D. Campbell
Book Series
Dover Crafts: Woodworking Ser.
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
0.2 in
Item Weight
2.4 Oz
Item Length
8.5 in
Item Width
5.2 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
82-009528
TitleLeading
The
Dewey Edition
19
Dewey Decimal
745.593
Table Of Content
Introduction I. Construction Basics Construction Materials Tools of the Trade Designing the Roof Cleanouts Drainage and Ventilation Entrance Holes The Interior Construction Tips and Techniques II. The Proper Bird and Birdhouse-The Housing Charts III. Detailed Design Suggestions House Finch Great Crested Flycatcher Purple Martin Phoebe Downy Woodpecker Wood Duck Bluebird IV. Final Placement of the Birdhouse The Easiest Birds to Attract General Site-Selection Suggestions Methods of Hanging and Supporting Houses Inspection Pest Guards When to Place A Final Word Bibliography
Synopsis
Expert and inexpensive guide to building 7 wooden birdhouses includes detailed coverage of wood selection, hanging and supporting birdhouses, inspection and cleaning, proper placement, attracting specific species, construction of pest guards, and more. Step-by-step instructions, clear diagrams. Only simple hand tools are needed! 63 illustrations., Detailed instructions, illustrations, tables for 7 design projects. Also data on bird habitat and instinct patterns. Bibliography. 3 tables. 63 illustrations in 15 figures., Detailed instructions, illustrations, and tables for building 7 attractive, sturdy, and genuinely inhabitable birdhouses. Also data on bird habitats and instinct patterns. Bibliography. 3 tables. 63 illustrations in 15 figures., Here is a complete, down-to-the-last-detail guide for building attractive, sturdy, and genuinely inhabitable wooden birdhouses that will add a touch of natural beauty to garden, backyard, or anywhere else they are placed. Step-by-step instructions, clear diagrams, and many helpful illustrations and tables are included. All designs can be adapted to the use of simple hand tools saw, hammer, screwdriver making these projects ideal for woodworkers of all ages and levels of experience. Includes clear, easy-to-follow coverage for these topics: the selection of woods, helpful construction tips and techniques, hanging and supporting birdhouses, inspection and cleaning, proper placement, construction of pest guards, and much more. More than just a collection of projects, this complete guide shows not only how to construct birdhouses, but also how to insure that birds will actually be able to nest in them. It even shows how to attract specific species: bluebirds, doves, finches, swallows, and many others. Included is much valuable and practical information not found in the usual craft book: nesting requirements for each species, proper size of entrance holes, data on the habitats and behavior of particular types of birds, and more. The rewards and satisfaction of building your own well-designed, durable birdhouse make this book a welcome addition to the library of the experienced craftsman as well as beginning and intermediate woodworkers.
LC Classification Number
QL676.5.C2

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  • by smitssm_cqdrn46hn
    Feb 13, 2020

    Plans based on 1/2 inch plwood

    Lot of good information in the book, but the bird box plans use 1/2 inch plywood instead of 3/4 inch wood, so you have to refigure the size of pieces.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: thrift.books

  • by randroo0
    Jul 02, 2019

    What I wanted

    Tells me exactly how to build my bird houses and what size hole and materials to track the birds I want.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: discover-books

  • by meritke
    Jan 01, 2025

    Great little book giving the dimensions ...

    Great little book giving the dimensions of various bird houses for different species of cavity nesting birds.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: 98montana

  • by edwardcarltonsr1
    Jul 05, 2017

    Complete book of birdhouse

    Great book very helpful to have in my workshop

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: thrift.books

  • by mibu-8926
    Feb 26, 2021

    Birds love it too.

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    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: clickgoodwillbooks

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