Instructions
Buy the biggest and best quality atrium you can for your birds. Select an atrium that is wide and tall enough for your birds to stretch their wings and fly around. Ideally the atrium should be tall enough for you to walk through as well.
Look for solid construction, especially for your larger birds. Larger structures (which are 6 feet by 8 feet and bigger) usually consist of a frame made of wood or PVC pipe over which mesh or a fine gauge screen is attached. This gives birds exposure to fresh air and sunlight. If your atrium is large enough for you to enter, get a double door to prevent escapes. After entering the first door and closing it, you open a second one to enter the aviary. Also, access doors for nest boxes and feeding dishes make maintenance easier.
Look for an atrium that will blend in with the surrounding environment. Plants make natural perches that emulate a bird's wild environment. Trees make beautiful and practical focal points as well. Large terracotta plant saucers are great for food, water and bathing.
How to Buy a Bird Atrium
Now that you've added fine-feathered friends to your family, you need to find the perfect home for your birds. Atriums come in all shapes and sizes and are lovely additions to all-season porches and solariums. Here's what you need to know to make the right choices.