Stovall Cedar Pavilion Birdfeeder

I got my mother into "birding" when she retired from her job a few years ago. I actually purchased this feeder for myself, but once I opened the box and saw it, I knew I would be taking it to my parents' house. My mother was excited when I told her about it. I just finished putting a double coat of clear varnish on it and will be visiting my parents tomorrow and will install it in their front yard. I will purchase another of these for myself. It is perfectly made. Whoever constructed this paid VERY close attention to detail and is proud of the feeders he/she produces. This is not a product thrown together in a sweat-factory in some foreign land. The picture shows a "weathered" feeder but you will receive a light brown colored cedar one and you can choose to treat it with varnish or not. My mother likes things to look new as long as possible and knowing this, I have treated her feeder as I stated above. Without a doubt this feeder will be enjoyed for many, many years and will prove to be a great value for the money. Be sure to place it where the squirrels cannot get to it! In the past I spent a lot of money on seed and feeders only to have the squirrels destroy the feeders and eat all the seed. I have learned a lot over the years and realize extra effort is needed to beat the squirrels. Feeders must be at least 6 feet from the closest tree and no branches can hang over the feeder, because squirrels are acrobats and will jump down onto the feeder. A "baffle" must be used on the post or pole so the squirrels cannot climb up to the feeder. I will be placing this on top of a 4x4 post and have purchased a round metal disc-shaped baffle from the local birding store which is specifically made for 4x4 posts. It is screwed into the post under the feeder. Also, I bought a simple wooden box attachment from the bird store ($14!!!!... Could be made for $2) that attaches by 4 metal screws to the bottom of the feeder. You then place the unit on top of the 4x4 post and when you want to clean the feeder, it is easily removed from the post. I will do as another reviewer suggested and use the "stake" that you pound into the ground. The post is then placed into the top of the stake and there is no need to use cement. I used this method for 2 other projects at my house and it worked great. The stakes can be purchased to go 2' deep or 3' deep and are approximately $20 each at Home Depot. Be ready for a work-out pounding the thing into the ground though. Since this feeder is large and will weigh a lot once filled with seed, I have purchased the 3' deep "stake," so wish me luck tomorrow! :-) Remember, you can pay the extra money and go the extra mile and truly enjoy the birds who visit your yard for years to come or you can go cheap and spend a lot more $ in the long run and become frustrated with what is supposed to be a relaxing hobby! :-) This feeder is so well built and is very attractive especially for the money. It will hold a LOT of seed too because there is a metal hopper which you cannot really see in the photo. When you raise the lid to the feeder, there it is! The hardware used for this feeder is also top-quality. I am now looking forward to ordering and receiving my feeder! Happy birding everyone...

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? newer in person
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. Perfect
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? accurate description