Plans For A Wren House : House Plans

Plans For A Wren House

Wrens are small, curious birds that are often attracted to nest boxes. If you're looking to attract wrens to your yard, building a house is a great way to provide them with a safe and comfortable place to nest. This step-by-step guide will give you all the information you need to build a house that wrens will love.

Materials you will need:

1x6 pine boards
1x4 pine boards
1/2-inch plywood
1-inch wood screws
1-1/4 inch wood screws
Wood glue
Sandpaper
Paint or stain (optional)

Tools you will need:

Circular saw
Miter saw
Drill
Countersink bit
Clamps
Measuring tape
Pencil

Step-by-Step Instructions:

Step 1: Cut the wood.

Using the circular saw, cut the following pieces of wood:

Two 1x6 boards cut to 12 inches long for the front and back of the house.
Two 1x6 boards cut to 9 inches long for the sides of the house.
One 1x4 board cut to 12 inches long for the perch.
One 1/2-inch plywood circle with a diameter of 2 inches for the entrance hole.

Step 2: Assemble the house.

1. Apply wood glue to the edges of the front and back boards. 2. Clamp the side boards to the front and back boards, making sure that the edges are flush. 3. Drill 1-inch wood screws through the side boards into the front and back boards. 4. Countersink the screws below the surface of the wood. 5. Repeat steps 1-4 to attach the perch to the front of the house, centered between the sides.

Step 3: Install the entrance hole.

1. Center the plywood circle on the front of the house, 6 inches from the top. 2. Drill four 1-1/4 inch wood screws through the plywood circle and into the front of the house. 3. Countersink the screws below the surface of the wood.

Step 4: Finish the house.

1. Sand the house smooth. 2. Paint or stain the house if desired. 3. Allow the paint or stain to dry completely.

Step 5: Hang the house.

1. Choose a location for the house that is sheltered from the wind and rain. 2. Hang the house from a tree branch or a hook on the side of your house. 3. Make sure that the entrance hole is facing away from the prevailing wind.

Conclusion:

With a little time and effort, you can build a house that will attract wrens to your yard. By following these simple instructions, you can provide wrens with a safe and comfortable place to nest.