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Published about 5 years ago

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Folsom, California, CA, United States
2007
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Cheap, cool & easy birdie bath from plant pots

I couldn't find a birdbath large enough for my two macaws, so I made this one based on a decorative "butterfly" bath I saw an artist from SF do on the DIY channel.


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  1. Step 1 1

    For bath base: find 2-3 terra cotta pots that stack nicely (and securely). Glue in place using a permanent adhesive like Liquid Nails.

  2. Step 2 2

    So that the basin will hold water, you'll need to patch the drain hole in "bowl" using a permanent concrete patching compound.

  3. Step 3 3

    A self-adhesive fiber wall repair tape comes in handy (holds the patching compound in while it dries).

  4. Step 4 4

    Wipe the basin surface clean and dry (I use rubbing alcohol), read all directions for patching compound, apply repair tape and a thin coat of patching compound to bottom of basin.

    Allow to dry (about 10-15 minutes).

  5. Step 5 5

    Fill drain hole from inside basin with patching compound.

  6. Step 6 6

    Wipe away any excess.

    Allow patching compound to dry completely and cure for 24 hours to a week (depending on weather and type/brand of compound used) before filling with water.

  7. Step 7 7

    I chose NOT to glue the top onto my base, to allow for easier cleaning and disinfecting of the basin.

    You could also leave the drain hole open and insert a pump for water circulation (my birds would eat it...).

  8. Step 8 8

    Add water, bird and enjoy!

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