This weekend, we made a bird box.
Firstly, we cut the wood out and the measurements were: base was 150 x 190mm, back was 400 x 190mm,
sides were 300 x 250 x190mm, the roof was 200x190mm and the front was 250 x190mm.
Secondly, we sanded the paint off before making the hole. This was difficult because it was hard to get
the drill right to the bottom.
Thirdly, we use the nails to nail the wood together. Then we
added the hinge on by screwing it onto the back and roof.
Fourthly, it was painting time! We painted our bird house a cream
brown colour, we needed to use a water-based paint. We did 2 coats to protect the wood from the
rain.
Finally, we added the black fabric to stop any rain from running
down the join where the hinge is. We needed
to hang it out of direct sun light because the chicks will cook in the sun.
I really enjoy this project because I like woodwork.
Hi George this was our best project so far during the COVID and we can swim in the ocean tomorrow....weather depending x
ReplyDeleteHi Georgie! Looks like you had a great weekend! You are really making some great projects. Well done.
ReplyDeleteThank you Jocelyn , Have a great afternoon.
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