The instructions provided here will allow you to build a parrot cage measuring 8 x 8 x 8 ft. You’ll need to change the material quantities if you’re going to make a bigger cage.
Required Tools and Materials
Shovel
Electric drill
Lumber (4 pieces; 4” x 4” x 10 ft)
Lumber (8 pieces; 2” x 2” x 10 ft)
5 gallon bucket
Fence post mortar (50 lb bag)
Water
Staple gun
Wire mesh (1” wide holes)
Post hole digger
A box of wood screws (3")
Tin snips
Step 1
Dig four holes with the post hole digger. Each one should be 8 feet apart. When you build a parrot cage, make each hole 2 feet deep and 8 inches in diameter.
Step 2
Mix the fence mortar in the bucket.
Step 3
Get the 4” x 4” x 10 ft pieces of lumber. Put them in the four holes you dug. Hold one post steady and pour in the mortar mix. Repeat this process for the other posts. Allow the mortar to dry completely.
Step 4
Get four of the 2” x 2” x 10 ft pieces of lumber. Connect them to the four posts. This will be the square roof frame. You can utilize the drill and the wood screws for this task.
Continue to build a parrot cage by setting one of the 2” x 2” x 10 on the outer edge of the posts. It should be parallel to the ground so the end joins up with the other posts. Flush the lumber ends and put on two wood screws. Drill them into the post. Repeat this for the three other 2” x 2” x 10 ft pieces of lumber.
Step 5
Get the other four 2” x 2” x 10 ft lumber pieces. Screw them to the bottom of the four posts. They should be set near the soil line. Put the lumber posts outside the posts. These need to be parallel to the soil. Use the drill to put in the wood screws.
Step 6
The next step to build a parrot cage is to connect the wire mesh. Slice 5 pieces (shaped like squares) measuring 8 x 8 ft. Make straight cuts using the tin snips. Set them on the wood framework and on the sides.
Put the wire mesh on the frame. Begin with one frame and move on to the nxt. Fasten the mesh with some staples. Take the top edge and fold it to make a seal. Put as many staples as needed to put them in place.
Tips and Warnings
Do not paint the wood or waterproof them. The cage here is for one average sized parrot. You should increase the bird cage if you’re going to get more parrots. Inspect the cage regularly for any damages.
If you’re going to put the bird cage outside, make sure rain doesn’t get to it. Ensure the measurements you cut are right so joining the pieces will be easy.
If you want to build a parrot cage, you’ll need to set aside a few hours. But it’s a worthwhile project and something your parrot will appreciate.
