They can help make your bird houses look more astonishing. You can make your bird houses have classic or modern look. Kits for birdhouses that look like space shuttles, lighthouses and etc are also available in stores. Most bird house kits are designed to trick your bird into thinking that it is in its natural habitat. Fancy bird houses are now being created for a variety of purposes. One: so that it will stand out from those that are made from metals and that that look plain and uninteresting. Two: so your birds will not be deprived from the enjoyment of living in a house that is nice and comfortable. And three: so that it will blend well with your own home. But having to choose quality products are your top priority as they can come cheap, having to invest a little more won't hurt your budget. Wooden bird houses that are sold are either made up of pine or cedar but there are more choices to select from. With a lot of variety in planned design, there are simply too many bird houses to choose from. There are the eastern bluebirds that are typically seen in the eastern part of the continent of the United States going to Mexico. The western bluebirds are predominantly living in southwest Canada going to Mexico. On the other hand, the mountain bluebirds live in the prairies of the western part of the Northern United States going towards Mexico and Alaska. Other than these, your painted bird house should also be: 1. Kept clean at all times. A dirty bird house can be harmful to the birds. Most bacteria are kept alive in dirt. If you do not want your birds to suddenly die of an unknown sickness, you should clean the bird house vigorously and regularly. An unclean bird house can also cause some problems to you too. Making use of preservatives such as paint or stain outside the bird house can also help enhance the durability of the house. However, chemical preservative should also be avoided. Moreover, never use cans, tins, cartons, and even metal as these materials might overheat and eventually destroy the bird eggs.