Bird Houses & Nesting Box Woodworking Plan: Hairy Woodpeckers
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Hairy Woodpeckers use this nest box.
The nest box for the Hairy Woodpecker is constructed with Red Cedar. Wood stock is rough-cut on both sides so birds can grip interior and exterior surfaces.
It has a 6" by 6" floor, 14" inside ceiling, 1 5/8" diameter entrance hole located 11" above the floor. Ventilation openings are in the floor and under the roof. Hinged roof provides easy access for monitoring and cleaning. Shutter hooks secure roof in closed position. Assembled with corrosion resistant screws. Pilot holes in both primary and secondary work pieces makes for easy assembly with screwdriver in minutes.
Mount 12 feet or higher on a tree in a forest, forest edge, or grove. Birdhouses mounted out of reach should be installed by professionals.
Safety First
Assemble woodworking projects in a safe area.on a work bench at a height between waist and chest. Wear eye protection. Eye injuries are the most common assembly mishap. Keep hardware and tools away from children.and infants; store away when not in use.
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