Bird Table - Free Plans and Build Video - 2x4 Timber

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Greg Virgoe

Greg Virgoe

Күн бұрын

How to build a Bird Table using one 2x4 Timber and a few scraps of plywood. I've added two pot plant boxes and bird boxes in the roof.
For your free copy of the Bird Table plans please click here :-
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Imperial Units -
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I've had a few comments regarding the attachment of the roof and it being removable.
When I glued and pinned the roof on I fixed to the ridge timber only and not to the gable ends.
This PDF image shows the roof removed and you can see the two ridge timbers fixed to it.
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If you need any further help please do not hesitate to ask me. Thank you
You can download a copy of the Bird Table sketchup model from my 3D warehouse by following this link :-
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"How to cut Half-Lap Joints 2 ways" video can be found on this link
• How to cut Halflap Joi...
The homemade belt sander plans can be found at Matthias Wandel's website www.woodgears.c...
and the Belt Sander build series is on this link :-
• Playlist
Refer to the RSPB website for specific bird box details.
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Thank you for watching my video. www.paypal.me/gregvirgoe #gregvirgoe #howto #workshop

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@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 7 жыл бұрын
I've had a few comments regarding the attachment of the roof and it being removable. When I glued and pinned the roof on I fixed to the ridge timber only and not to the gable ends. This PDF image shows the roof removed and you can see the two ridge timbers fixed to it. www.dropbox.com/s/7gc3n259wq7pyb4/Bird%20Table%20Roof.pdf?dl=0 If you need any further help please do not hesitate to ask me. Thank you
@dantherandomman7924
@dantherandomman7924 6 жыл бұрын
in the bird table sheet you did not put the bracing on or the extra bits of wood and you forgot the thickness of things but all good plz reply x
@dantherandomman7924
@dantherandomman7924 6 жыл бұрын
im building it so it would be helpful for the extras
@eedsta
@eedsta 5 жыл бұрын
wont the lid blow off in bad weather?
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 5 жыл бұрын
Ed Munter there is a screw through the top of each gable into the end of the timber which is holding the two roof panels together
@gerardocentral7819
@gerardocentral7819 4 жыл бұрын
I love this wood working book *TopFineWoodworking. Com* . A few of the topics talked about in the book include wood working strategies, explanation on the development cycles of trees, and various lumber characteristics that craftsmen favor. I also provided my father another copy.
@Paulrae101
@Paulrae101 3 жыл бұрын
Greg I’m 55 and very very late woodworking and just wanted to thank you for this and plans!
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 3 жыл бұрын
You are most welcome. Best wishes with your build
@quackchung
@quackchung Жыл бұрын
I made a table for my mum a bit like yours, but no nest box, just pitched roof. I made the table adjustable, by cutting out a square hole in the middle of the table and letting it slide up and down the main upright with 2 wedges underneath to guide and support it. I drilled holes through the main pole and the 2 wedges where I could set the height using a pin to secure its position. This was to keep pigeons off it and devouring the food in no time at all. it had the possibility to feed certain species over others I modified it again by making a vertical 3x1 box frame (not flat like a picture frame) with cut-out viewing windows covered over with clear perspex. This sat on top of the table to stop spillages and encouraging rodents, I also made an upturned funnel that slid on the main pole to deter rodents climbing up it. Eventually i set it with a 35mm gap to only allow sparrows and robins...etc. to use it. Now I have the perfect feeding station for the species I select and also rodent proofed from climbing, and also spillages. Sparrows are incredibly wasteful when feeding as they flick the seed everywhere, but not now as it's contained. I can always remove the frame and drop the table if I so wish, plus it's also good for refilling the table too. I'll upload a piccy if I get chance.
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын
It sounds very interesting with all the different modifications. You really have thought a lot about the design. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us and would be great to see some photos 👍🏼😊
@pollardkelly
@pollardkelly 4 жыл бұрын
I made my very first Bird Table using your video and design as a basis. It turned out great.
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын
pollardkelly that’s good to hear. Thanks for letting me know. Cheers
@thenervoustraveller8773
@thenervoustraveller8773 3 жыл бұрын
Love this video!! I've used your van vids to get started on my own van conversion, then I came on looking for DIY projects for bird feeders and there you are! Thanks for being amazing!
@PaulWheelerPhotography
@PaulWheelerPhotography 3 жыл бұрын
Lovely video, but a few things that many people do not understand. A bird will not nest in a bird box that’s part of a bird table as birds like to nest in secret. Secondly, bird boxes never need a perch. The perch just helps predators gain access.
@charlestaylor9718
@charlestaylor9718 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Greg, Very helpful, This heating engineer gonna have a go, pity I couldn't use copper, But do like your end result, Thank you
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын
I’m sure you’ll do a great job 👏
@muhanc.a.9299
@muhanc.a.9299 5 жыл бұрын
Maestro! you did a very good job with that plywood, quoting Michaelangelo "you just released that beautiful bird table from the wood"
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 5 жыл бұрын
Muhan C.A. Thank you for such great feedback, glad you liked it 👍🏼
@gazeden4190
@gazeden4190 4 жыл бұрын
I made this today looks alright, very easy to follow and didn’t cost me a penny as I work in a sawmill/machine shop I’m happy with it and so is the wife, she is going to spruce it a bit with some paint
@johncastillon
@johncastillon 5 жыл бұрын
Hi again Greg, just read the comments and can see now how to make the roof removable , making this tomorrow, thanks for the advice
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 5 жыл бұрын
John Castillon it will be great to see the finished table if you don’t mind sending me a photo or tag me on social media. Thanks for messages
@johncastillon
@johncastillon 5 жыл бұрын
@@GregVirgoe Yep will do, thank you
@matthewtill1654
@matthewtill1654 4 жыл бұрын
I made this bird table yesterday. Looks amazing thank you.
@matthewtill1654
@matthewtill1654 4 жыл бұрын
Shame I can't add a photo.
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын
Matthew Till please send photos to greg @ virgoe . com
@9700am
@9700am 5 жыл бұрын
Just watched your video, very easy method. I finished building one two days ago, my own design, not a patch on yours. I wish I had seen your video first, yours is much better. Looks like I’ll be building Version 2 next. I’ll gift mine to someone. Great to find your site.
@orbepa
@orbepa 5 жыл бұрын
Great video - thanks for taking the time to put it on KZbin. I'll be making one for my garden this winter. Its great you've made one with cheap 2 x 4s
@stevethomas5181
@stevethomas5181 4 жыл бұрын
Great thanks, going to have a try. Also really good supplemental info, links to Matthias, RSPB etc. Greg you seem a really nice bloke!
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын
Steve Thomas thank you very much. I like to think so and it’s good to share this stuff. 😊
@seedubyu
@seedubyu 5 жыл бұрын
I totally enjoyed watching this great video. THANK YOU. Im gonna make this for my sister, she will love it . It will all be done by hand, (I dont have table saws etcetera but Im good at cutting accurately by hand anyway). Thanks for your great video and your instruction and plans. THANK YOU.
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 5 жыл бұрын
seedubyu that’s great please do send me a photo of your table I would like to see it 😊
@seedubyu
@seedubyu 5 жыл бұрын
@@GregVirgoe I will do when I've made it, I've got enough timber and ply wood just knocking about that I can make it from.
@GALVANIZEoo
@GALVANIZEoo 6 жыл бұрын
Great video Greg! Nice to see someone who is so authentic and genuine, and not rushing the video through like some do! I have just started a woodworking course and I plan to build your bird table myself as my first project woodworking. I haven't found a video or a plan as good as yours! Great video - keep it up :)
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 6 жыл бұрын
Hello Thomas, really pleased you like the table. Please do send me photos of your build There are a few other readers builds on my Facebook page. Good luck with your build
@ambercox2145
@ambercox2145 4 жыл бұрын
I didn`t intend to make use of this woodworking book, *TopFineWoodworking. Com* but rather curious about it. I had been truly amazed right after trying it. It never disappointed me in my wish to acquire more information about the art of wood working. Many topics were covered, including everything from wood types to developing your workshop.?
@M4l3k0
@M4l3k0 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Made this with my daughter today and looks brill, thanks for the guide and PDFs!
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын
Mark Davies that’s brilliant! Thank you for letting me know. I hope you both enjoyed working together on this project. Those moments are the best. 👍🏼
@paultay23
@paultay23 5 жыл бұрын
Hi, just wanted to say thanks for the plans, i adapted them to use 3" fence posts and made and sold a couple of these for Xmas presents...Cheers Greg
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 5 жыл бұрын
That's great Paul, how much did we make? 👍🏼😃
@paultay23
@paultay23 5 жыл бұрын
@@GregVirgoe I am afraid the first customer wanted a limit of £50...so i made two and got £100 for the pair, selling my Brother the other... They were worth £85 easy
@TheRafeMan
@TheRafeMan 7 жыл бұрын
Great video Greg. Subscribed. It has inspired me to build this as my first woodwork project. Spent a fair few quid on some essential tools like a mitre saw so looking forward to giving it a go over the next few weeks.
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 7 жыл бұрын
TheRafeMan, really pleased it's inspired you, thanks for watching and nice comment. Please share your build and if need any advice please do ask. Thank you
@Ciarak3
@Ciarak3 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much ❤️ can't wait to make my dad this
@robertwalker4563
@robertwalker4563 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting this Greg. Really helpful
@stevenclark1973
@stevenclark1973 Ай бұрын
Love it. Great video. 👍
@FionanDavidatNo12
@FionanDavidatNo12 4 жыл бұрын
Great project which has just saved David a fortune buying me a bird table for my birthday... but he'll be buying the wood and making it for me now 😂😂😂
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын
Fiona Jayne is David also looking at table saws and mitre saws now 😂😂
@FionanDavidatNo12
@FionanDavidatNo12 4 жыл бұрын
@@GregVirgoe ... he might be 😜
@ayannadelarosa4752
@ayannadelarosa4752 4 жыл бұрын
I`m retired and have a small shop where I perform woodturning, create musical instruments, and some cabinetry. I have a shelf full of woodworking textbooks - but I found this woodworking guide, *TopFineWoodworking. Com* . The comprehensiveness of this book is surprising. It has decent coverage on every topic.?
@brianrollings12
@brianrollings12 4 жыл бұрын
Very well done and it does look good just to let you know I’m going to make one for a elderly lady thank you
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын
Brian Rollings thats great news please do send a photo when you have done
@brianrollings12
@brianrollings12 4 жыл бұрын
Greg Virgoe ok I will thank you and take care
@gerardocentral7819
@gerardocentral7819 4 жыл бұрын
This is an incredible worth for money [Link Here== *TopFineWoodworking. Com* ]. I have been looking for something like this for quite a while now. I'm happy there are opportunities like this out there. This woodwork plan made a clear presentation with regards to building sheds. Much thanks to you.?
@iainchrimes7776
@iainchrimes7776 4 жыл бұрын
Nice informative video and great easy to follow plans...Thats my Job for this weekend..
@enjoythegardenuk670
@enjoythegardenuk670 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the plans! - you sound like Rodney from only fools and horses lol
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 3 жыл бұрын
Allo me old china - wot say we pop round the Jack. I'll stand you a pig and you can rabbit on about your teapots. :D
@enjoythegardenuk670
@enjoythegardenuk670 3 жыл бұрын
@@GregVirgoeit's the tone and softness of your voice, all I can hear is Rodney! I'm gonna have a go at making your bird table today! Thanks again
@ShelljetA1
@ShelljetA1 3 жыл бұрын
Good to see that you are keeping well in these times. How's the Motorhome?
@popeyeni
@popeyeni 6 жыл бұрын
Super video, Just when I was going to purchase a bird table I discovered your site. Already subscribed and look forward to giving it a go. Well Done super job.
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 6 жыл бұрын
Really pleased you enjoyed the video, quite a few have had great success with this plan so hope you do too. Thanks
@ADtvVlogs
@ADtvVlogs 3 жыл бұрын
Greg, great video, making one of these for my girlfriends grandparents, would be wicked if you could add a time stamp in the description for each step in the building process.
@maclambert1149
@maclambert1149 7 жыл бұрын
I've just found your site and have subscribed. I love the design of this table and I'm going to build one myself. BUT one thing I don't quite get - maybe it's me being dumb. It's about the roof that you said you would make removable for cleaning purposes - absolutely right. You glue and brad nailed the roof to the structure!!!!!! Is it me??? Thanks, Greg. Keep going
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 7 жыл бұрын
Hi Mac, I should have made that clearer. You will see I clamped the ridge timbers then fixed the first roof section to these only. Once the clamps are removed the roof and the two ridge pieces just lift off. To stop them blowing off in wind I put a screw through the gable end into the ridge to hold it. Let me know if that's not clear and I'll draw something up to help. Thanks
@ambercox2145
@ambercox2145 4 жыл бұрын
*TopFineWoodworking. Com* is a fantastic website about wood working. I took various classes as well as finished a one year diploma in carpentry at a local tech college; this is much better than any book I worked out of during those lessons. It explains everything regarding woodworking as well as complements it with helpful photos.?
@sheripatson5787
@sheripatson5787 4 жыл бұрын
Very beautiful.bird feeder and home
@jamesswarbrick2425
@jamesswarbrick2425 4 жыл бұрын
You absolute legend!! Thanks for this, much appreciated!
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын
James Swarbrick no problem at all. If you make one please send me a pic my email is on the about page. Thanks for watching 😃
@OpinionatedMonk
@OpinionatedMonk 6 жыл бұрын
This is a really well presented video; useful, clear and enjoyable. I could watch you for hours, so thanks. It was a bit 'drawn out' though. Could it be a bit more concise? I mean it's like 90% brilliant. That last 10% is just... somewhere...
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback, from my stats the average viewing time is under 5mins so you are right in your appraisal. Think my later videos have improved a bit 😀
@OpinionatedMonk
@OpinionatedMonk 6 жыл бұрын
Oh Hi! Yeah probably, although you don't need to worry too much; I think you're a natural presenter. Normal, down to earth talking kinda guy. You're really, really good at what you do. Have you considered teaching your craft/ skill? (or do you already do that lol)
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 6 жыл бұрын
I’m really only a beginner at woodwork, it’s just a hobby, not skilled enough to teach woodwork. I’m a mechanical services engineer as my day job. I design building services systems for large commercial offices in London. I’m use to presenting designs to boardrooms full of Company CEOs, Architects and consultants.
@462-x5n
@462-x5n 4 жыл бұрын
Wow! Absolutely brilliant! Thanks for posting!
@sheilastevens6100
@sheilastevens6100 4 жыл бұрын
I didn`t intend to utilize this woodworking website, *TopFineWoodworking. Com* but rather curious about it. I was truly impressed after trying it. I was looking to find out more about the art of woodworking, and was not dissatisfied. I found several topics such as wood types and designing your workshop.
@darkwitch777
@darkwitch777 3 жыл бұрын
Hi there. I'm a newbie DIYer. You said the bird box/roof could be removable. How would that work if you drill it and glue it down? Thanks
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 3 жыл бұрын
There is a download in the description which shows you how :D
@alanschofield6928
@alanschofield6928 6 жыл бұрын
brilliant well described many thanks
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Alan, glad you liked it.
@stevekirby5789
@stevekirby5789 4 жыл бұрын
Very Nice !!
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын
Steve Kirby thank you 😊
@jamiefurness3872
@jamiefurness3872 7 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video and end product!
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you Jamie, much appreciated.
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 7 жыл бұрын
+Jamie Furness thank you 😊
@DeneF
@DeneF Жыл бұрын
Thanks.
@sindr0ne
@sindr0ne 7 жыл бұрын
Brilliant design and a great video, good work!
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 7 жыл бұрын
sindr0ne Thank you 😊
@sindr0ne
@sindr0ne 7 жыл бұрын
I've never done anything like this in my life but it's something i'd like to get into as a hobby. My Great-Grandmother's birthday is coming up in June and i'd like to build her a bird table, i've been looking at videos and plans for a few weeks but really like yours, the birdhouse roof is a fantastic idea. I've bought some basic tools, a tenon saw, circular saw, belt sander, jigsaw, speed square and pocket hole jig, as these seemed to be the things used most often in the videos i've been looking at. Do you think i'd be able to build something resembling your design with basic tools and without any prior experience? It all seems very precise and I doubt i'd be able to get the angles spot on, and to top it all off my circular saw blade isn't deep enough to saw through 2x2, so i'd have to atleast finish off the cut by hand.
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 7 жыл бұрын
+sindr0ne absolutely you can make this with basic tools. It's a piece of rustic garden furniture and not fine cabinet. A bit of roughness will add to its rustic charm. If you start with 2x2 stick then use the speed square to mark mitre and cut with tenon saw if necessary. Practice a few times on some offcuts. But most of all just have a go and enjoy it 👍🏼
@sindr0ne
@sindr0ne 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks :)
@jameswallace3279
@jameswallace3279 4 жыл бұрын
Looking for something to do in these difficult times. This is just the job thank you Greg.
@amysykes-cf9hm
@amysykes-cf9hm Жыл бұрын
Love it but RSPB advises that you should not perches on any bird box as this encourages intruders. Many people are still making boxes with perches but theu ar enot required dor thr birds to nest happily in the box.
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын
To be honest I don’t think any bird will use the box as it’s directly above the food table so no peace and quiet. 😊🤔
@barringtonrandle690
@barringtonrandle690 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Greg, I purchased a bird table and on of the battens around the table part is hinged so it's easier to clean out the waste seed etc. Otherwise it can build up in the corners and promote disease to affect the birds. Could you make one so that the seed table can be adjusted i.e. slide up and down the post. It can then be adjusted to exclude larger birds like pigeons please?
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 2 жыл бұрын
I find the roof stops pigeons getting to the seed and often put a larger open flat table out for the bigger birds to keep them away from the small table 😃
@nikkilarsen506
@nikkilarsen506 5 жыл бұрын
I really like that 😀
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much 😊
@mkkelly2898
@mkkelly2898 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting this - one for half term, I think! Got everything on order - but just out of interest, what screws did you use - as I couldn't find a reference in the vid? Thanks.
@martinbrace7195
@martinbrace7195 7 жыл бұрын
another great video mate. Well done.
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 7 жыл бұрын
+Martin Brace That's really kind, Thank you
@emmascott3084
@emmascott3084 4 жыл бұрын
Ignore message just posted! Found it!! Thanks
@hadfieldgreen6914
@hadfieldgreen6914 4 жыл бұрын
Where are the plans Emma? I cannot see them. Thx
@barrycarruthers
@barrycarruthers 6 жыл бұрын
Brilliant, thanks👍
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 6 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Barry, thank you for watching.
@darrenrose9305
@darrenrose9305 3 жыл бұрын
Hey mate loved the video just wondering what sizes the plywood was looked like three different thicknesses???
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 3 жыл бұрын
From memory I think used 12mm and 9mm whatever was in my scrap pile. You can adapt it to use whatever you have available. 👍🏼😊
@calcuttaworks6398
@calcuttaworks6398 6 жыл бұрын
Great video thanks !
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 6 жыл бұрын
You are most welcome
@johncastillon
@johncastillon 5 жыл бұрын
Hi Greg in the process of making your Bird Table, how did you make the roof removable? the one in the video seems to be fixed ! Ta
@lordisitmine1
@lordisitmine1 6 жыл бұрын
Great Video Greg, thanks for your time, much appreciated :0)
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 6 жыл бұрын
You are most welcome, thank you for watching
@sheilastevens6100
@sheilastevens6100 4 жыл бұрын
Guys i found a good website about woodworking that is *TopFineWoodworking. Com* you can find more than 16000 woodworking projects and plans their
@johncastillon
@johncastillon 5 жыл бұрын
Yep will do thank you
@pershop4950
@pershop4950 6 жыл бұрын
Nice looking feeder/table. How stable is it in the wind? Though I guess we could weigh it down with some sand bags or similar.
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 6 жыл бұрын
Hello, yes it is quite stable. You could either stake it down on the lawn or screw bracket to paved or decking area. Thanks for great feedback 👍🏼
@ayannadelarosa4752
@ayannadelarosa4752 4 жыл бұрын
Since I read *TopFineWoodworking. Com* , I think nothing will ever surpass it as an outstanding woodworking book. The book consists of attractive images as well as drawings and also reader-friendly text. I consider this book a "must have" since it supplies a broad range of information on just about everything working with woodworking and does it quite well.?
@maclambert1149
@maclambert1149 7 жыл бұрын
Got it, Greg - thanks. I think it was a joint effort! Me being dumb and you just missing out on one bit of info.
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 7 жыл бұрын
Mac Lambert, I'll pin an edit PDF to this post as you're not the first to mention it. Pleased you got it and best wishes with your build. Thanks for subscribing. 👍🏼
@johnbrand5388
@johnbrand5388 7 жыл бұрын
Greg Virgoe hmdal case Medal case
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 7 жыл бұрын
john brand did you have a question?
@diybarney332
@diybarney332 7 жыл бұрын
In your video at approx 5.25mins, where your cutting to make the cross, I tried doing that once with my mitre saw, and I burnt out the motor. I'm surprised you managed to do without any trouble.
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 7 жыл бұрын
I'm very sorry to hear that, it's possible that the blade was dull? That would put extra load on the motor. I've learned the hard way too. Cheers
@diybarney332
@diybarney332 7 жыл бұрын
The blade was brand new, well virtually brand new, apparently my Uncle said I burnt out some resistor, I've still got it collecting dust in the shed, I just went out and got a new one, and now I use my table saw for that sort of job, these tools don't come cheap lol. I enjoy your videos very informative etc and easy to follow. Thanks
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 7 жыл бұрын
Our table saw gave up the ghost not too long ago, gearbox bearings were shot. Appreciate your feedback and thanks for watching my videos. glad you like them.
@michaelcole645
@michaelcole645 3 жыл бұрын
cant find the link to the cut plan can anyone help please
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 3 жыл бұрын
The links are in the video description under the video in the drop down text
@desmondshiel8777
@desmondshiel8777 5 жыл бұрын
Hi Greg, you mention in the video you will cut felt to make shingles any photos or details ?. Great video .
@adrianmaguire489
@adrianmaguire489 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Greg. Just watched the video on the bird table, I'm going to have a go at making this but I want to add something to it so it will stop the starlings from demolishing the food for the small birds, is this something that you can help me with please.
@sparkygazza
@sparkygazza 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Greg hope you can help, I,m amazed theres no kick back when your cutting on the table saw, am I missing a trick, could you explain cheers Greg .
@dancer5882
@dancer5882 6 жыл бұрын
Excellent. Now. I have a hand saw, a hammer, a hand screwdriver and some nails along with a ton and a half of enthusiasm. No fancy electrical equipment whatsoever. What about a video for those of us who are NOT professional carpenters please??
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 6 жыл бұрын
Hello, if you have just hand tools I would recommend you invest £5 in a mitre block. It will help guide your hand saw to make straight and 45deg cuts much easier. Purchase the timber in 2x2 stock so you don’t need to rip anything in length and you’re away. I never done any woodwork before last Xmas so I am learning every day too. Best wishes.
@pershop4950
@pershop4950 6 жыл бұрын
Use a miter box to make the 45-degree cuts. Or approximate it. Depending on what surface you put it on, 43 or 44-degrees might be close enough.
@orbepa
@orbepa 5 жыл бұрын
I know this is an old comment, but Screwfix do a great table saw for around £90 now. That will split your 2 x 4s and build you skills - once there you can make a sledge and do all your angled cuts. Thats how I got into carpentry, never looked back
@valeriepoole1535
@valeriepoole1535 4 жыл бұрын
Hi again Greg, I have clicked on the link below your video, but it just comes up with a photo of a bird table and to register with DIY dropbox ????. There are no plans with it to print off. I'm not sure what I am doing wrong, when you said in your last comment to continue in browser, I am uncertain how to go about that. Do I have to register with this company in order to get the plans? If not, hope you can direct me in the right way of how to get them. Many thanks again.
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын
Hello Valerie, if you can see an image of the birdtable when clicking the link then you are looking at the first page of the plans try scrolling down to see the cutting plan on page 2. You can save or print from there. You do not need to download Dropbox to get this PDF file. If you are still having a problem my email is on my ABOUT page here you can send me an email and i'll attach it to a reply for you :D
@valeriepoole1535
@valeriepoole1535 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Greg thanks for your reply, I did try to scroll down but it only gives me the first page, I have however gone through some other peoples' questions, and found someone else who asked the same as me, and your link was there. So i clicked on it and it worked. So I have managed to finally download the instructions. I think the other link is not working properly. My husband is now going to attempt to make this lovely Bird table. Many thanks.
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын
Valerie Poole ok I’m glad you got it in the end. I did check them. Thank you 😊
@johndrayton3022
@johndrayton3022 6 жыл бұрын
Good video but needs more detailed plans as my grandson wishes to try and build the bird table. I am having to guess a lot!!
@robertbrunston5406
@robertbrunston5406 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@emmascott3084
@emmascott3084 4 жыл бұрын
Sorry, new to this! Where do I find the description, so that I can access the plans? Many thanks.
@thomashewittknewit5510
@thomashewittknewit5510 3 жыл бұрын
Smashing
@johnhickton1017
@johnhickton1017 4 жыл бұрын
How thick is the plywood have to be for the base and roof bottom?
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын
John Hickton you can use whatever you have at hand. Something like 9mm would be perfect.
@johnhickton1017
@johnhickton1017 4 жыл бұрын
@@GregVirgoe Thanks Greg.
@johnhickton1017
@johnhickton1017 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Greg I am looking to buy a Mitre saw around £150 to £200 any suggestions?
@murdomaclean1406
@murdomaclean1406 5 жыл бұрын
Hi Greg, could you tell me what size of screws were used for this ? many thanks.
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 5 жыл бұрын
Murdo Maclean, I would say they were 2.5” no8 woodscrews
@murdomaclean1406
@murdomaclean1406 5 жыл бұрын
@@GregVirgoe Thank`s for the info Greg.... I enjoy your Videos, keep up the good work.
@nickpotter5728
@nickpotter5728 4 жыл бұрын
What size thickness of plywood was you using for the planters and for the tables
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын
nick potter you can use whatever you have to hand and make them any size you want to fit your pots
@brianmcmanagan3742
@brianmcmanagan3742 7 жыл бұрын
Brill Thanks
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 7 жыл бұрын
Brian McManagan really pleased you liked it. Thank you 😊
@lucojay2008
@lucojay2008 2 жыл бұрын
Have you got plan/cutting list please
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 2 жыл бұрын
The links to the plans are in the video description
@lucojay2008
@lucojay2008 2 жыл бұрын
@@GregVirgoe I can't find the links to the plan/cutting list?
@onehitwonder90
@onehitwonder90 5 жыл бұрын
Damn! I could *swear* that was a 4 x 2...
@grahamgiggins9442
@grahamgiggins9442 4 жыл бұрын
Sorry but I can’t see the link to access the plan to build this bird table. Help please
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын
Graham Giggins it in the video description. Below the video drop down the description or click see more
@streetseed1324
@streetseed1324 5 жыл бұрын
wonderful much better than watching the bbc
@cd-4620
@cd-4620 5 жыл бұрын
hello if i was to go to the local hardware store could use please tell me what i need to order for my son?
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 5 жыл бұрын
Hello, you would need 2no 2"x2" timbers 8ft long, 1no 4'x2' sheet of 12mm marine ply for the platforms and gables, 1no 4'x2' sheet of 6mm marine ply for the roof and some screws and wood glue. Hope that helps
@cd-4620
@cd-4620 5 жыл бұрын
Greg Virgoe thanks a lot really helped me out
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 5 жыл бұрын
You are most welcome, hope you have fun with the build
@quackchung
@quackchung 4 жыл бұрын
Excellent job. Is it really worth doing the nest box bits? I thought no birds would actually use them because they are too close to the commotion. Maybe someone here could prove me wrong though.
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын
quackchung in hindsight you are probably right. To many other birds about.
@markb8954
@markb8954 Жыл бұрын
Correct. Birds aren’t going to nest where every other type of bird might be feeding. This project looks nice - house, feeder, plant stand, but doesn’t quite work. It’s best to decide what you want, make one of them.
@valeriepoole1535
@valeriepoole1535 4 жыл бұрын
How do i download the plans, I cannot see where there is a place to do it, it only comes up with dropbox, and is asking me to sign up thanks
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын
Valerie Poole just below that it says continue to browser. Use that and you can view it in a webpage and download from there.
@jyotikijyoti
@jyotikijyoti 4 жыл бұрын
That's for squirrels than the birds
@cd-4620
@cd-4620 5 жыл бұрын
Hello Greg got the material could u please tell us what size is that material u cut from the 8 foot length it’s at 3:19
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 5 жыл бұрын
For your free copy of the Bird Table plans with all the dimensions please click here :- Metric Units - www.dropbox.com/s/oxzg84szvpzqddp/Bird%20Table%20Free%20Plan.pdf?dl=0 Imperial Units - www.dropbox.com/s/gw1bp976cs2hkyw/Bird%20Table%20Imperial.pdf?dl=0
@cd-4620
@cd-4620 5 жыл бұрын
​@@GregVirgoe what height do the gables need to be
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 5 жыл бұрын
175mm :D
@cd-4620
@cd-4620 5 жыл бұрын
@@GregVirgoe thanks alot nearly done :D
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 5 жыл бұрын
@@cd-4620 Great, can't wait to see it, hope your lad has enjoyed the build
@davidalexander3067
@davidalexander3067 3 жыл бұрын
i cant find any description or the link to download the plans
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 3 жыл бұрын
What are you using to watch the video? It won’t work on tv. Need smart device or pc.
@davidalexander3067
@davidalexander3067 3 жыл бұрын
@@GregVirgoe lap top both myself and my brother have tried to find the plans but cant find the link all we can find is the comments no description
@sandralee7876
@sandralee7876 7 жыл бұрын
Hi Greg how do I get the link for all the measurements please . Looks good video my hubby is going to have a go .
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 7 жыл бұрын
Hi Sandra lee, the link to the plans is in the description below the video. The dimensions are on page 2 of the PDF file. Thank you for nice comments. 😀
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 7 жыл бұрын
Sandra lee For your free copy of the Bird Table plans please click here :- www.dropbox.com/s/oxzg84szvpzqddp/Bird%20Table%20Free%20Plan.pdf?dl=0
@sandralee7876
@sandralee7876 7 жыл бұрын
Greg Virgoe thank you very much Greg
@BanHan100
@BanHan100 4 жыл бұрын
My partner and I used your tutorial to build a bird house for his mum's garden. We have never build anything before, we started off with just a hand saw but managed to get hold of jigsaw. We didn't have a clamp so was using my legs 😂 but we think it turned out great so thankyou! You can see a picture on my partners instagram: instagram.com/p/B_ulF4_lf0PK1UprEyp4gxXzm3dS2H6H68sLik0/?igshid=1t4oicqfeggwq
@garvielloken3929
@garvielloken3929 6 жыл бұрын
Can you show us how you used sketchup to make the drawing?
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 6 жыл бұрын
I have made a note of this request as a possible future tutorial. Thanks
@SS-jo8id
@SS-jo8id 6 жыл бұрын
I have spent months researching into building birdhouses and found a fantastic website at Aviary magic method (check it out on google)
@SS-jo8id
@SS-jo8id 6 жыл бұрын
This is just superb, I have been researching "make your own bird house plans" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Ever heard of - Daniliana Birdfly Babar - (search on google ) ? Ive heard some decent things about it and my brother in law got cool results with it.
@zigzag5805
@zigzag5805 5 жыл бұрын
nice well made bird table. for the benefit of those with only hand tools. put your hand in your pockets and buy some decent gear
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@tinkywinky2044
@tinkywinky2044 4 жыл бұрын
Cant find the link for the plans, Please help
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын
They are in the video description.
@kateanderson2589
@kateanderson2589 5 жыл бұрын
هل من يشرح لنا وله الشكر
@raycarver1972
@raycarver1972 3 жыл бұрын
P
@NatureBelgium
@NatureBelgium 4 жыл бұрын
Very nice birdfeeder! It's not easy to make! Checkout my vids! Ive joined you're channel!
@mrb4408
@mrb4408 7 жыл бұрын
Gloves!!!! No no no.
@GregVirgoe
@GregVirgoe 7 жыл бұрын
They are dipped in a very tacky rubber coating which gives me much better grip so I personally feel safer using them.
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