Try some of the following ideas to make your windows safer.
Bird resistant window screen.
The second generation of super screen has better visibility.
This innovative outdoor mesh screen is stronger and more durable carcinogen free pet resistant and comes with a 10 year warranty.
This is undoubtedly one of the most effective ways to protect the feathered wildlife.
Feather friendly diy estimated cost.
Don t purchase a knock off.
The device won t interfere with the décor of your lawn or window screen area.
Close window drapes or blinds partially or completely whenever possible.
You may never have to re screen again.
Screw hooks and suction cup brackets included with purchase secure the screen to a window or sliding door.
This makes the bird screen a better option and other readers have mentioned that they made their own safety net with garden supply bird netting suspended in front of the glass.
If hummingbirds are a problem the spacing should be reduced to a 2 inch by 2 inch grid.
An attractive transparent black fiberglass screen that hangs loosely in front of a pane of glass providing a gentle cushion for birds that strike it.
Install external screens or netting on windows.
Window screenor a light net attach this at least 2 3 from the window.
Soundstop generally used for noise barriers and handrails in outdoor settings comes in two versions that are good choices for bird friendly applications.
These adhesive dots applied to the outside of your windows create an effective frit pattern.
To deter small birds vertical markings on windows need to be spaced no more than 4 inches apart and horizontal markings no more than 2 inches apart across the entire window.
These screens prevent impact even if birds attempt to fly through it.
What you get with super screen second generation is quality longevity and value.
Cover the glass outside your windows with a taut stretch of mesh netting also known fruit or crop netting at least 3 inches away from the glass.
When you replace the screens use bronze or aluminium wire screen instead of fibreglass plastic which gets degraded by the sun even when the birds aren t using it.
This is especially important at night when interior lights are in use.
When done effectively external screens can break up reflections or can slow birds down before they hit the glass.
22 26 for windows 24 or 26 for a sliding door screen web.
Posted by flabdablet at 8 13 am on april 15 2009 as noted above capsaicin chili peppers won t work to repel birds but other chemical bird repellents exist.
