Decorative Bird Houses

Decorative bird houses are a perfect home for birds seeking shelter in inclement weather.  Decorative bird houses are perfect as an attractive decoration for your back yard or front porch.  Decorative bird houses are very popular with home owners that enjoy decorating their yard or garden and are fond of wild birds. 

To choose the right decorative bird house there are many things you should keep in mind especially if you are using the decorative bird house for outdoor use.  The material used to construct decorative bird houses should be sturdy, water proof, and durable. There are many very attractive wooden and metal decorative bird houses that are well built and  perfect for withstanding storms year round.  Water proof, wooden decorative bird houses are extremely popular. If you do choose painted decorative bird houses, make sure the paint used on them is non-toxic.

Decorative bird houses should also be able to maintain a moderate temperature otherwise birds will avoid using them. Good decorative bird house should be made of materials that will insulate without being stifling. This means the house should remain reasonably cool during the summer months and comfortably warm in the winter. If after purchasing a decorative bird house, you notice birds are not using the house consider moving it to another location.

There are many different kinds of decorative bird houses available.  Some decorative bird houses are designed to look like cabins, miniature homes, or even castles. When you have found styles of decorative bird houses that are comfortable and will take a beating you can then start looking into different styles. Your decorative bird house should have an entrance hole sufficient for birds to get in but small enough to keep predators out. 

 Also, choose decorative bird houses that are relatively easy to clean at least once a year to  prevent mites and  parasites from accumulating. In addition, your decorative bird house should be well ventilated to keep the bird house temperate and help the overall health of the birds nesting in them  Drainage holes should be at the bottom of all decorative bird houses. 

Your decorative bird houses should always have two separate cavities for nesting and roosting with entry holes at each end and ventilation holes to help moderate the temperatures. These features will encourage birds to remain in your decorative bird house for as long as possible.  Birds will appreciate having a safe, comfortable place to rest, nest, and raise their little ones each spring.

My Bird Garden offers many styles of decorative bird houses as well as bird feeders and bird baths right here on this site.