![]() ![]() Rinse well and let air dry before returning outdoors. You can do this by dumping the water in the basin, removing any remaining debris, and scrubbing all surfaces with one part vinegar to nine parts water. Clean your bath and change its water every 2 to 4 days.Keep your bath filled every day to provide the best service to wildlife – birds depend on the resources you provide! This will also keep your heating element functional and birds happy.There are a few things to keep in mind before purchasing your new bath so that you are able to attract the most winter birds and ensure they are enjoying the new addition to your yard. Heated bird baths are more aesthetically pleasing and efficient than immersion heaters and birds enjoy them more too!ĭe-icers are only able to melt the center portion of water in a bird bath when temperatures dip far below freezing, so if you are in a cold northern area consider buying a heated bird bath instead. Heated bird baths are the full monte – a bath with heater contained within the basin so you don’t have to see an unsightly heater at the bottom of the water. De-icers come in various sizes and shapes to suit the size of your bird bath, but remember a de-icer is only compatible with your bath if it is made with a plastic or fiberglass basin (not ceramic or concrete). You can buy de-icers that are thermostat-controlled, meaning they only turn on when temperatures dip below freezing which saves you money. A de-icer is an immersion heater that can be added to your existing bath to These are a good purchase if you already have a bird bath without a built-in heater and want to keep the water from freezing. ![]()
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