Bird Baths Pedestal
Birds love to bath. Their feathers carry diseases, but they still prefer to remain clean. That is why bird baths exist. And for your yard, we give you a bird bath pedestal. Now your little winged friends can bath in style, nestled atop a handsome and decorative pedestal. They can have a drink, take a dip, cool off from the heat of the day, and do so for your viewing pleasure.
Victorian Style Bird Bath Stand
$71.99 $75.99
Victorian Style Bird Bath Stand
House of Hampton®
$71.99 $75.99
Perfect For: A vibrant rose garden that’s in need of a traditional-looking centerpiece
What We Like: It’s also available in pearl white and rustic brown
Measuring just over 27 inches tall, this bird bath stand comes with a 19-inch curved bowl bath with a lip around the sides for birds to perch on. It’s crafted out of sturdy metal in a rustic blue color. The pedestal base features scrollwork along the legs while the body showcases intricate etchings.
Designer Advice:
It’s recommended that you remove this Victorian bird bath stand from your yard during the colder winter months to ensure the mossy blue color remains vibrant. This bird bath stand only weighs about seven pounds so it’s easy to move around your garden to find the perfect spot for the birds to come and bathe.
What Users Say:
This is a really beautiful piece and stands out in my butterfly garden. Love it! Very deep well for water.
Gold Colored Pedestal Bird Bath
$148.99 $179.99
Gold Colored Pedestal Bird Bath
Bloomsbury Market
$148.99 $179.99
Perfect For: Putting beside a fish pond to attract birds who enjoy being close to the water
What We Like: It’s a shallow bird bath that you can see into from afar
Showcasing two majestic-looking intertwining blue heron birds, this pedestal bird bath is fashioned out of weather-resistant metal. The base is abstractly shaped and connects to their legs. The bird bath basin is a shallow leaf design with a metal bird resting on the side.
Designer Advice:
This 28-inch tall pedestal bird bath could be the main attraction in a rock garden filled with low-profile greenery and annual flowers. Position it near a metal garden bench for a cohesive and inviting look that allows you to keep watch for your favorite birds during the day.
What Users Say:
This birdbath is so unique and different. It’s extremely well-made and easy to assemble. I receive compliments on it constantly. I would definitely recommend the purchase.
Minimalist birth bath base
Minimalist birth bath base
Minuteman International - ACHLA Designs
If you already have an extremely ornate bowl, it’s probably safer to stick to a simple birth bath base with a streamlined, clean, and symmetrical design.
This is also the best option in contemporary or minimalist gardens where highly decorative elements would look out of place.
Bird bath pedestal only
Bird bath pedestal only
Alpine Corporation
Scouting for a bird bath base only is far from boring: while the main focus will be the bird bath bowl, the right pedestal will elevate it and help you create a slender result.
We’ll show you a few options when it comes to design, but there’s one thing that you must always keep in mind: longevity and weather resistance.
That’s why a handy option for a bird bath pedestal only is powdered-coated iron.
Twisted Birdbath Stand
Twisted Birdbath Stand
Transform your ground birdbath to a pedestal design with this stunning 36" H black stand. The wrought iron frame provides ornate support to the dish that will be perched atop. Classic twist augments aesthetical appeal while the stake design makes it easy to twist into place. Your feathered friends will appreciate added height since it keeps them safe from cats and other ground predators. Can accommodate up to a 16" diameter dish.
Elegant Birdbath
Elegant Birdbath
Elegant and classic, this sleek and durable birdbath flawlessly meshes functionality with aesthetics. It's solid and extremely heavy to prevent tilting in strong winds. High-density cast stone material exudes a natural look which beautifully weathers over time and has an infinite lifespan to last through generations. Shallow 1.5" bowl depth affords a safe spot to small birds as they won't drown. Protect the birdbath against freezing as expanding ice ruins it.
Mosaic Birdbath
Mosaic Birdbath
Burley Clay
A huge benefit of this detachable birdbath is it arrives at your door fully assembled. This ceramic piece is weather resistant to withstand harsh climatic conditions of up to 34°F. Intricate mosaic design adds up enchanting beauty, while the 3.5" bowl depth isn't too deep for birds to bathe and drink water safely. Add sand to the hollow stand to reinforce stability and firmness.
Wide Birdbath
Wide Birdbath
Crafted from ceramic material with sleek glaze finish, this striking birdbath is the perfect artificial puddle from where birds drink and preen from. Wide and spacious bowl allow for multiple birds to use the bath at the same time without causing territorial conflicts. The graduated slope serves various sized birds ensuring safety and convenience. Adverse weather of below 33° F affects it, therefore, clean and securely store it once winter beckons.
Streamlined bird bath pedestal in an accent color
Streamlined bird bath pedestal in an accent color
Breakwater Bay
Bird bath pedestals are a European invention, but a ceramic build can reinforce this exotic inspiration even further.
You’re especially going to love it if you were hoping for a brighter design that goes beyond the natural colors of the most traditional materials. In fact, how about a bird bath pedestal in your garden’s accent hue?
Durable bird bath pedestal
Durable bird bath pedestal
Looking for a bird bath pedestal that includes the actual bowl too? Then cast stone is another great candidate. Plus, these items immediately give off a more permanent and elegant vibe.
While you’re more limited when it comes to colors, these bird bath pedestals come in a wide range of sculpture-like designs: perfect to add a majestic touch to your garden!
Whimsical birth bath pedestal
Whimsical birth bath pedestal
As you’ve probably noticed, most bird bath pedestals consist of monochrome designs. Were you hoping for something more colorful? Perhaps a bird bath that looks as if it had just come out of a fairytale?
In that case, polyresin designs will offer you the most creative options.
However, they’re more likely to be affected by the elements in the long run. If you’re hoping for yours to last for many years, it might be safer to place it in a sheltered area.
Solar Birdbath
Solar Birdbath
Featuring an olive green hue, this fountain bird bath adds a charismatic ambiance to your garden. Underwater solar-powered panel and low voltage pump with a filter propels water either upward or sideward. The motion catches the bird's eye while gentle splashing introduces tranquil sounds that's relaxing and serene. Water is recycled from a hidden reservoir. Store this birdbath during winter as front can damage it.
Bird bath base with a retro feel
Bird bath base with a retro feel
Ornate bird bath pedestals are also a beautiful way of highlighting the vintage inspiration behind your home exteriors. To further reinforce the passing of time, you could even scout for one in a distressed finish.
Iron designs are especially fitting, but you should still look for some kind of coating to protect it from the elements.
Creative bird bath pedestal ideas
Creative bird bath pedestal ideas
GrayBunny
Since the bird bath pedestal and bowl get most of the attention, aren’t we forgetting about something? We think we are: the bottom of the base!
While in most cases it’s just a simple part of the pedestal, you could get creative by choosing one that includes room for another decorative element: flowers, pebbles, or whatever you wish to surprise your household and guests with.
Red Birdbath
Red Birdbath
Relax and watch birds populate your garden thanks to this gorgeous birdbath. Its bright red hue introduces some vibrance to your backyard that your birdy companions will find irresistible. Black trim around the bowl and base contrasts stunningly against the red hue. Glaze finish adds beautiful depth and extra sheen, accentuates its beauty, and protects underlying paint against depreciation. Recommended to use distilled water with this birdbath.
Green Birdbath
Green Birdbath
Made from durable resin material, this green birdbath features a bowl and stand design. Resin material warrants extreme weather resistance and doesn't shatter when tipped over. Its green hue seamlessly blends with the garden's greenery, whereas its lightweight quality allows for more comfortable moving around. Mounting hardware securely holds this functional bath, thus, preventing tripping. To clean bird droppings and built-up dirt, use a soft brush with a mild detergent.
Bird bath stand with feeder
Bird bath stand with feeder
Hey, you’re already providing all the birds in the hood with a place to drink, bathe, and chill out: why not turn it into an even fancier watering hole (literally) by serving food, too?
If you haven’t got a separate feeder, you can get two bird items with one stone by choosing a stand that includes it.
Ornate bird bath base
Ornate bird bath base
Tierra-Derco
If, on the contrary, you’ve opted for a simpler bowl, your new birth bath pedestal can be the one to make the strongest decorative statement.
We especially recommend this type of harmonious legs for whimsical detail-based styles like French country or shabby chic.
Buying Guide
Tara is a San Antonio-based award-winning landscape architect, writer and educator, passionate about eco-friendly solutions and growing her own food. She knows all it takes to help you create a sustainable backyard retreat that combines blissful charm with a modern take on landscaping.
Bird baths are a useful and charming addition to any garden. Let us help you choose the perfect style, size and materials for your new backyard bird oasis.
Bird baths are a charming addition to any garden or backyard. Not only that, but according to ornithologists, having a birdbath in your garden will attract more birds than a bird feeder alone. They mimic natural puddles found in nature and attract local birds into your garden to bathe and drink.
To help you choose the perfect birdbath for your home, we are listing the best styles, materials, and design features, as well as the best tips for an easy maintenance birdbath you can enjoy for years.
The best materials for birdbaths are generally ones that can be cleaned easily. Traditional English garden birdbaths are made out of concrete or terracotta. These make a lovely lawn ornament, however they can be very difficult to clean.
Due to stagnant water and debris brought in by the birds, birdbaths are prone to algae growth, and porous concrete holds this more than other materials. If you live in colder climates, concrete and glazed stone birdbaths are also prone to cracking in extreme frosts.
Plastic is another common material used for modern birdbaths. These are much easier to keep clean but are usually not as aesthetically pleasing.
Porcelain or ceramic birdbaths are a beautiful alternative as long as the dish does not have a steep slope that the birds will slip down.
For something more decorative that is also easy to clean, glass or blown glass birdbaths are both colorful, durable and easy to clean.
The size of your birdbath will primarily depend on how big your garden is. However, there are several other considerations for the size and height of your birdbath.
For example, if the basin is too shallow, the water will dry up. A small diameter may also lead to territorial issues if there isn't enough room for different birds.
If it is too deep, birds might not be able to bathe in it like they would in a natural puddle. It may also get dirty faster with too much water.
In general, the water in your birdbath should be no more than about 1-2 inches deep. It should also have a gently sloped basin so the birds can get in and out easily.
For best results, choose a birdbath that provides varied depths so that you accommodate different bird species. You could also find decorative rocks that will allow birds to sit at different heights.
While the design and size are both equally as important, so is the bird's comfort. A bird bath pedestal featuring a small lip will best accommodate small birds. The bird bath should feature a textured surface so their small talons can grip. Ideally, the bath should be approximately one to two inches deep.
Did you know that the height of a bird bath pedestal is something to make a priority? The main reason is that it becomes a critical point when birds need to drink. The smaller the bird, the more comfortable they are with a taller bird bath. They prefer having a better field of view. However, doves, ducks, and quail prefer drinking water at ground level.
Birdbaths can be beautiful, but they can also mean more cleaning and maintenance around the garden. To avoid this, you need to choose the right design.
Birdbaths often start to fill with unsightly algae. This is because many traditional styles let the water sit stagnantly. This results in growth, and ultimately fewer birds enjoying your carefully chosen design feature.
There are a few ways you can reduce and mitigate this issue.
- Firstly, opt for easy to clean birdbaths. Although heavy stone is a traditional birdbath style, it may become impossible to clean even if you maintain it regularly. Instead, choose one made of ceramic or stone-look plastic. This will make it much easier to clean.
- Secondly, place your birdbath in the shade where possible. Algae grow from natural spores carried by birds and nearby plants and will grow faster in exposed sunlight.
- Lastly, try choosing a birdbath that has running water. This would be a good option if the birdbath is somewhere in your garden that you don't often see. A small running water source that is solar-powered means that you will have to clean it a lot less.
Finding the perfect birdbath is the ideal decorative addition to your garden that will also keep the local birds happy!
