Chickadee & Chicks
What’s better than one Chickadee?... a whole Banditry of them of course (seriously that’s what a group of Chickadees is called!) and with the simple tap of your hammer this beautiful Metalbird artwork gives you an instant backyard Banditry.
Just be aware, Chickadee chicks grow up and leave home after just 12 days (which makes being a Mom & Dad Chickadee a reasonably cushy job). Given that these little birds are insect vacuum cleaners, you'll want to keep them around so leave out some sawdust and wood shavings and they’ll use it to build nests nearby and keep your garden insect free for years to come!
To celebrate all the wonderful mothers and fathers in this world, we've created this beautiful tribute. Thank you Mom's and Dad's the world over for the amazing work you do every day.
Our Chickadee & Chicks is:
✓ Effortless install:
- Drill a pilot hole (recommended - but not essential): use a drill bit that’s
one size smaller than the spike (tight enough to hold) - Tap Tap Tap: Grab your bird and gently tap the spike into your surface with a
hammer or mallet. About 1 to 2 inches deep is plenty, just enough to hold its
weight. - Step back: and admire your art.
Inserting into brick, stone, or concrete?
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Chickadee & Chicks
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Each Metalbird is crafted from Corten® Steel, a premium, weathering steel made to last.
When it meets the elements, it doesn’t rust like your old BBQ. It transforms.
That change you’re seeing? That’s patina. A tough, protective outer layer that seals the steel, adds character, and preserves your bird for decades.
This isn’t paint. It’s nature’s way of ageing gracefully.
The Patina Process:
At first, you’ll notice bright orange spots (we call this the teenage phase). Soon enough, the whole bird will turn a bold orange, slowly shifting into deep burnt umber. Eventually, it settles into a moody charcoal that feels like it’s always belonged.
The Result? A piece of industrial art with a heartbeat. No peeling, no fading, just a bird that gets better with age.
