PVC Bird Perch - DIY Guide



white pvc bird perch diy stand
A bird perch is a simple thing. It consists of a bar with plenty of room for a bird to move around on. That's it. However, some store-bought bird perches can be rather expensive, so I've put together this DIY guide for a simple PVC bird perch. When it's finished, you can paint the perch and personalize it however you want! Birds come in all shapes and sizes, and so do PVC bird stands. Feel free to alter the dimensions to fit your bird!

What You Need:

  • 1/2" PVC Pipe (105") - 6" (x4), 15" (x3), 18" (x2)
  • 1/2" PVC Elbow (x6)
  • 1/2" PVC Tee (x2)
  • Tape Measure
  • PVC Cutting Tool, Handsaw, or Electric Saw
  • Sandpaper (Course, 40 or 50 Grit)

pvc pipe cutter tape measure sand paper on grass tools materials

(Note: For smaller birds, consider using 4" pieces instead of 6", 11" pieces instead of 15", and 14" pieces instead of 18".)

Step 1: Dryfit the Base

After you've measured and cut your PVC pieces, put the 6" sections in the tees pointing opposite directions. On the end of each of the 6" pieces, place an elbow. Two of the 15" sections will be placed in the elbows between the two pieces you just put together. So far the structure should be very sturdy. If any of the connections feel loose, you could fasten the pipe together with some joint compound or glue. What you have made will be the base of your PVC pipe bird stand.

white pvc bird stand perch base on grass

Step 2: Add the Perch

The perch is, obviously, the most important part of this project. Place the two 18" sections in the tees pointing up. Then, put the remaining two elbows on the top of the 18" sections. Finally, place the last 15" PVC piece between the two elbows. The structure of your perch is now complete.

white pvc bird perch on grass

Step 3: Finishing Touches

The perch may look finished, but it still needs a few touches. By default, PVC pipe is too slippery for your feathery friend to be comfortable perching on it. Use some course sandpaper to give the perch's surface some texture. This will help your bird grip on more easily.

sandpaper on white pvc pipe with grass in the background

Another thing you will probably want to do is place newspaper underneath the perch to catch any of your bird's messes. If you plan on moving the perch, you can tape some layered newspaper onto the base of the perch so it covers the entire area under the bar.

 


 

finished white pvc bird perch on grass

Your PVC bird stand is now finished! This perch is lightweight and can be moved around easily. Now your bird can hang with you no matter where you are! This is just one PVC project for birds. Others include things like a PVC bird play gym and a PVC bird house - all made of PVC! Happy roosting!