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Time Required :
About an hour
Beginner
Beginner
You're new to the skills necessary to complete this project, or maybe you've tried them just once or twice before.

diy outdoor birdhouses

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Step 1
- Wipe off the wood birdhouses with a damp soft cloth to remove any excess dust.

- Use a wet paintbrush to apply the stain in the areas desired.

Step 2
- Use a soft damp cloth to remove excess stain and reduce the color, allowing the woodgrain to show. Let dry.

- Sand areas of the birdhouses, if desired, to create highlights, as the natural wood will show through.
TIP: To create highlights and lowlights, apply a diluted thin coat of white or black to the area desired,
Step 3
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Supplies
Materials
Materials
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Tall Wood Birdhouse by ArtMinds™

    Item # 10082632 
    $4.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Hanging Wood Birdhouse by ArtMinds®

    Item # 10308375 
    $4.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Smooth Roof Birdhouse by ArtMinds®

    Item # 10204372 
    $4.99
 
Tools
Tools
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    DIY Outdoor Stain by ArtMinds®, 8oz.

    Item # 10482671 
    $7.49
    • Color: Harbor View
    • Size: 8 oz
    • Color: Harbor View
    • Size: 8 oz
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    • Color: Harbor View
    • Size: 8 oz
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    926203348
    You’ll Need: 1

    DIY Outdoor Stain by ArtMinds®, 8oz.

    Item # 10482667 
    $7.49
    • Color: Brick Red
    • Size: 8 oz
    • Color: Brick Red
    • Size: 8 oz
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    • Color: Brick Red
    • Size: 8 oz
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    You’ll Need: 1

    DIY Outdoor Stain by ArtMinds®, 8oz.

    Item # 10482666 
    $7.49
    • Color: Water Lily
    • Size: 8 oz
    • Color: Water Lily
    • Size: 8 oz
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    • Color: Water Lily
    • Size: 8 oz
    +More Colors
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    926203348
    You’ll Need: 1

    DIY Outdoor Stain by ArtMinds®, 8oz.

    Item # 10482672 
    $7.49
    • Color: Marina
    • Size: 8 oz
    • Color: Marina
    • Size: 8 oz
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    • Color: Marina
    • Size: 8 oz
    +More Colors
    +More Options
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    926203348
    You’ll Need: 1

    DIY Outdoor Stain by ArtMinds®, 8oz.

    Item # 10482665 
    $7.49
    • Color: Tire Swing
    • Size: 8 oz
    • Color: Tire Swing
    • Size: 8 oz
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    • Color: Tire Swing
    • Size: 8 oz
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You’ll Also Need
  • Paintbrush
  • Soft Cloth
  • Sandpaper
Instructions
Step 1
- Wipe off the wood birdhouses with a damp soft cloth to remove any excess dust.

- Use a wet paintbrush to apply the stain in the areas desired.

Step 2
- Use a soft damp cloth to remove excess stain and reduce the color, allowing the woodgrain to show. Let dry.

- Sand areas of the birdhouses, if desired, to create highlights, as the natural wood will show through.
TIP: To create highlights and lowlights, apply a diluted thin coat of white or black to the area desired,
Step 3
Share your project photos with #MadeWithMichaels
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