Is this well made? Held together with nails or staples? Thanks.
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I purchased this over a year ago and it's just as strong today as it was the day I purchased it. It has held up very well! And the squirrels LOVE IT and fight over it constantly. I felt so guilty, I purchased a second. We have lots of squirrels now, and I enjoy watching them play and chase one another around the yard and through the trees.
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It came assembled w/ stapled nails that you don't see the nails because it gets buried. It survived this past hard winter. I had to file a bit so I wouldn't get any splinters. I also added a hole on the bottom and nailed it on the tree with two nails to secure it; one nailed at the top and the other at the bottom that I added. I've been using it for the second season and as of now, a squirrel is sitting in it, eating. I like it very much because it not only entertains me during winter but also my neighbor. In my community, we are recommended to feed wild animals only during winter.
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Read my review and you'll get more information. It's cheaply made out of cheap materials. The wood comes un-sanded so be careful not to get splinters while hanging it. I sanded it down myself. One of the boards under the jar opening was already split. Cheap wood. There were no holes so you'll have to drill them yourself. The squirrels love it though. Their favorite snack is hazel nuts. And, for the DIYer, the plans to this same exact feeder are online free if you search for them.
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I don't really know but I love it! I have had it through last winter and the squirrels are adorable and they love it! I enjoy watching them eat, usually sitting on top of the feeder, from my family room. My husband did nail it to the tree and it shows some wear around the edges from the squirrels chewing on it. I would buy again and again!
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The feeder is held together with staples. I wasn't happy with the one I received as the workmanship was sloppy and one of the boards was split. I won't be buying another feeder from this company.
1122451
Not sure of how it's held together. Don't care. Had it for 3 years now and it looks to last for some more, even though the side holes have "eroded" to be wider due to the squirrels. I do need to wash the jar. Have to find another so I can wash the original without leaving the beasties hungry. Note that as I recall, there was only a screw hole at the top provided for mounting. I drilled another at the bottom. Can't remember what sized bolts I used to fasten it to the tree, but they were pretty hefty (maybe the kind of carriage bolts you'd use for beams).
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Is stapled - so far it is holding up well in the backyard, and we've had snow and freezing rain several times.
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Hi DeannaAs best I can recall, this had been advertised as a heavy duty stapler.In fact, if you surf the net, you will find numerous retailers still calling it that, although the manufacturer seems to have abandoned this, in favor of stressing its "All Steel Construction".I suspect it will hold up fine for light work.Would you like to buy some staples?
840845
I use staples for mine, you may want to look into buying carpet tape. That tape is usually stronger.
953731
You can hammer the nails in tight holes. My grandson especially like the Velcro fastened planks that he could 'saw' in half. The screws did twist into appropriate holes.
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Dear Brad, Thank you for your interest in our pieces. The item has a slot to put a nail or screw to hang it in. Please let us know if you have any further questions. Best regards, Ina Customer Service
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I used two screws into my plaster wall, but I'm pretty sure I could have used nails. As long as you don't plan on physically hanging from it, you'll be good.
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Your question is tougher than it appears. First, the hardened wood may pose an issue and I personally am not very impressed with this so-called "heavy duty" stapler. I would go to one of the big box stores and try out the different models and see if they make specific staples for old and hardened wood. If I had it to do over, that is what I would do myself. Good luck with your project.
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This is not stiff, but it is strong. It should hold what you want to tie up.
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Its just a nail. It's not a stapler, it's definitely a nail gun. And it works very well. It's a good buy for sure.
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It looks like it would probably be glue - maybe some internal screws or staples. It looks good with the finish.
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Yes! It is of sturdy construction! Be sure you have the instructions handy, tho', so you will remember how it goes together.
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You can use the really heavy duty thumb tacks that come with it or the velcro. I used both. It's really very well made and not flimsy.
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Hi, I stapled to plywood but is fairly thick and durable, I think it should glue nicely with plenty of spray glue or other, should smooth out nicely.
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My wife put it together but it looks like it should come apart easily with a 1/4 in. allen wrench. And it has held up very well, our two Siamese try to tear it apart everyday.
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Mine is glued I believe, I couldn't see any staples. It is sturdy and the cats love it.
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it's lasted me for years. Just use a staple gun, wire ties. I guess it depends on what you're trying to anchor it to.
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No, you need heavy duty, like the SF-13 or SF-39, staples for that. In 3/8",1/2",5/8" etc. you can get thin, breakable, "high-capacity" staples or "heavy duty" staples, which is what you need. Swingline & Stanley Bostich both make them.