How to Build a Bat Box

Mark and Cut the Pieces from the Plywood and the 1×6 Board

• Refer to the diagram for dimensions and bevels. Following the cut list in Figure 1, begin to mark the plywood for your cuts. Pro tip: Mark your cut lines one at a time. If you mark them all at once, your boards will be too short, because the saw blade removes part of the wood.
• Use the skill saw or jigsaw to make your first cuts, taking time to keep the cuts as straight as possible. After these parts are cut, mark your next lines and repeat.
• Label each piece once you cut it so that you can easily identify it during assembly.
• Perform the same procedure, marking and cutting the 1×6 into its pieces.
• Using the orbital sander (or by hand), lightly sand all boards, including the edges, to prevent splinters.