Turn An Old Bundt Pan Into A Cute Bird Bath That Backyard Visitors Will Love

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Are you looking for a way to enhance your backyard's appearance while also providing a safe and clean water source for wildlife visitors? Incorporating a bird bath structure is a simple way to attract more birds to your yard than with seed alone. Instead of opening your wallet for a new bird bath for your yard, you can DIY one (or more) with old thrifted items for a fraction of the cost of a new one. Outlined in a video by YouTube channel Sunnyside Home, it's a simple project, turning an old Bundt pan as the portion that will hold water, and securing it to a base that elevates the pan enough to keep birds safe from predators.

Adding instant delight to your yard with a unique DIY bird bath doesn't have to be expensive, but it should incorporate all of the important elements needed to function safely and properly. In addition to the old Bundt pan and base stand, you will also need to have a selection of small rocks to line the bottom of the bath. It's recommended for bird baths to have no more than 2 inches of water, and the addition of rocks can help birds stay safe and prevent their feet from slipping on the slick surface. You'll also need a weatherproof adhesive to attach the pieces together, and optionally, a protective spray coating like Rust-Oleum matte clear enamel that helps to make your new bird bath rust-resistant.

Start by washing both the pan and chosen stand for this repurposed Bundt pan DIY bird bath. Next, apply any new paints or sealants and make sure they are able to withstand water and outdoor use. This is a great time to change up the color of the pan itself. For example, you can choose a new solid color, like Artecho acrylic paint in cerulean or brown: Both colors can attract more birds. You can also use a stencil on the sides for a decorative finish. Allow any coatings to dry for at least 48 hours and protect them with a polyurethane protective spray coat before moving on to assembling the bird bath.

Once ready, you'll want to opt for a waterproof adhesive, like Gorilla kitchen & bath construction adhesive, to attach the pan to the base. Some material ideas for the base and supporting structure can be anything from an old lamp or coat rack to a plant stand or sturdy chair leg. You may find it helpful to create additional mounting material from scrap wood to make a stable base for the Bundt pan to sit on. Use a generous amount of adhesive to secure the pan to the base and let it dry.

Additionally, YouTuber Sunnyside Home finished off this thrift store Bundt pan upcycle by using an old doorknob to cover the center opening, but you could add a rock, greenery, or another form of decoration here. The final step is to add the clean rocks to the bottom, fill with water, and wait for your backyard visitors to arrive. Remember to replace the water every couple of days to avoid algae or dirty bathwater.