I have one feeder (different brand) and the red which attracts the hummingbirds has faded dramatically. How is the color holding up on this one?
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I have had mine for a few years now and through some HOT summers. The red top still looks exactly the same as when I bought it. The red lid is great and even has the nectar "recipe" molded into it so you never have to worry about forgetting the ratio. I was stupid and cleaned the clear plastic bottom bowl with a dish sponge that had some abrasiveness to it, so it's a bit cloudy now. So make sure you only use a cloth or something soft to wipe it out.
252256
After 2 seasons of constant use, the color is exactly like the day we received it. My feeder hangs under a tree and does not get full sun, so I'm sure that has a great deal to do with the sustaining color. No disappointments here!!!
252257
I also have another brand feeder that has faded. The Hummers don't seem to mind though. So far this new feeder is holding its color.
252258
Havent had it out for a season yet.But your hummies will return, never fear.
252259
I have only had mine for a few months but in the Arizona sun and heat it has not faded a bit.
252260
After one season, this feeder is looks just as good as the day I received it. Very satisfied with design since we had a bad bee problem. With this feeder, I don't seem to have a problem.
582989
I was told to put some red ribbon on it to 'advertise' it to the birds. That did the trick. Now I see them fairly often. It might take a few weeks for the hummingbirds to figure it out.
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I have had mine for over a year and have noticed just a corner starting to rust. I believe I will wash it and apply rust-oleum and that thick coating should protect it for a long time. This is the most durable type of squirrel feeder I have discovered.
759103
We have not had any problems with rust. We live in Wisconsin so it is not as consistently humid here as it is where you are. My sister, who lives in St. Louis, is the one who suggested this feeder to us and she has not had rust issues. I'd contact Brome. We lost perches and they immediately replaced them, even though we'd had the feeder for over a year. Maybe they can send you new perches, coated with something rust-proof. It's worth a try.
245507
Yes, indeed. I bought a little pack of replacement yellow flowers at a pet shop, to replace the little yellow flowers that cover the portals. Amazon probably sells them also. They are cheap. Also, the red plastic base will eventually deteriorate from the ultraviolet solar rays after several years daily usage, you can pop off the yellow flowers and keep them as replacements. Downey woodpeckers sometimes drink from the hummingbird feeder and sometimes pop off the flowers, and I find them in the flowerbed, they pop right back in easily.
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I bought the natural color b/c I had read on some review that the darker one chips and doesn't look as nice after a while. Our natural one has held up for 3 years now and still looks like when we bought it.
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I have two of these and will be purchasing a third. I have no problems with many birds using it. I do empty, clean, and refill it every 3-4 days when I do the same for my hummingbird feeders (hummers really want fresh homemade nectar). All types of birds would rather have fresh water when possible.
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The bottle is clear. The nectar in the picture must have food coloring added to it - something I DO NOT recommend. The best nectar is 1 part white sugar to 3-5 parts boiled water with absolutely NO ADDITIVES of any kind. This continues to be the most popular (i.e., active) hummingbird feeder of the four I have in my yard. I hope you purchase it and enjoy it as much as I have. Regards,Dr. J.
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You don't need to use this stuff. All you have to do is mix 4-cups of boiling water to one-cup of sugar and stir. Then refrigerate until it cools to room temp. The liquid does not need to be red in color. The hummers will come as long as the base and top of the feeder is red.
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are you talking about the entire bottom of the feeder or just one of the little perches where the birds land? If it is the perches then make sure the perch is screwed tightly to the bottom of the feeder. If your talking about the entire bottom of the feeder, take a look at the back of the feeder. the small straight "connector" peices in the middle should look like an upside down check mark. If one of those "check marks" is missing than the bottom will not stay on the feeder. I had this problem once myself and it wasn't until I looked at the back closely that I was able to see the problem. Had to order a new feeder by the way. Its only plastic and will break eventually if your not careful. I am now more careful when I disassemble it to put in more hummingbird food. Hope this helps
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I haven't had too much trouble with bugs. The way its built seems to make it hard for them to get into there. The feeder came with little inserts you can use if you have bug problems--the hummingbird is supposed to be able to get into it just fine, but the bugs can not. I haven't tried this since I haven't had much trouble. There is also a little "moat" in the center to keep ants from climbing down the support, and it seems to work. I have had to refill the moat before the feeder needs filled because of evaporation, but have had no trouble with ants reaching the feeding ports. One of my feeders is actually hanging in a tree, and I don't have trouble with bugs or ants in it either. I haven't had too much trouble with bugs. The way its built seems to make it hard for them to get into there. The feeder came with little inserts you can use if you have bug problems--the hummingbird is supposed to be able to get into it just fine, but the bugs can not. I haven't tried this since I haven't had much trouble. There is also a little "moat" in the center to keep ants from climbing down the support, and it seems to work. I have had to refill the moat before the feeder needs filled because of evaporation, but have had no trouble with ants reaching the feeding ports. One... » Read More I haven't had too much trouble with bugs. The way its built seems to make it hard for them to get into there. The feeder came with little inserts you can use if you have bug problems--the hummingbird is supposed to be able to get into it just fine, but the bugs can not. I haven't tried this since I haven't had much trouble. There is also a little "moat" in the center to keep ants from climbing down the support, and it seems to work. I have had to refill the moat before the feeder needs filled because of evaporation, but have had no trouble with ants reaching the feeding ports. One of my feeders is actually hanging in a tree, and I don't have trouble with bugs or ants in it either. « Show Less
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I have the red one and have used it nearly everyday for a year. The color is still as pristine as the day I opened the box.
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You don't need to buy any nectar. Just mix one part of table sugar to four parts of water. In other words 1 cup of sugar to 4 cups of water. I use hot tap water so that the sugar dissolves faster. After the solution has cooled, you can pour it into the container. NO RED DYE IS NEEDED! There is enough red on the feeder itself to attract birds. Besides, some red dyes are harmful to the birds.
235418
Not sure, but I have seen the condition you refer to in many feeders I have previously owned. I bought mine as a gift for someone, and can ask them to keep an eye on the condition for me. Don't think they've owned it long enough to have seen this condition yet.
1078091
Compared to other feeders we have had the fall through is minimal. We have numerous types of birds at our feeders and fine that it is only when the large birds invade such as crackles or cow birds that we have much of a problem and it is still less than any other feeder we have had. Love our No/No feeders!
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I have the Coveside panoramic feeder. There is no finish that I see on mine. They have kept it quite natural. I have other types of window feeders and the same with those also. If you were to put certain finishes on it, it might make the birds sick. I'm happy with mine. My older window feeder has been in the window for probably 5 years or more and no damage to that wood either. You will be happy, I'm sure.
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I have had this item for over a year, and it looks like new. It has been a far more efficient feeder in that birds are less likely to throw the seed on the ground. It might be a problem in areas where it rains and snows a lot (unlike here) since it acts like a big dish for all of that water and ice.