Blue Tits are familiar visitors to British gardens, instantly recognisable in their mix of blue, yellow, white and green. They are the sort of bird that can turn a quick glance out of the window into a longer pause.
Our silhouette keeps the recognisable outline and feather detail in steel. Set the leafy branch against a clear background on your fence or timber planter. The colour comes from the weathering steel; the place and the meaning come from you.
MADE FOR OUTDOORS
Steel that changes with the seasons
Yes, the steel changes colour. Corten is weathering steel: outdoors it develops a rust-coloured patina that gives the surface its character. The colour and speed of change depend on the weather and exposure.
The finish is meant to change. Avoid placing it where rust run-off could mark pale paving or other surfaces.
INSTALLATION
Choose a perch. Tap it in.
Choose a solid wooden post, fence or timber planter. Position the integrated mounting spike against the timber and tap it in gently with a hammer until the silhouette sits securely. Avoid striking the bird itself.
Choose a position you have permission to use. Keep pointed parts out of children’s reach.
READY TO GIVE
A small box with someone in mind.
For a birdwatcher, a gardener or the person who always points out the Blue Tits. It arrives flat in a 30 × 21 × 1 cm gift box.
What it means is yours to decide.
The useful details
Specifications and what’s in the box
Dimensions: 18 cm high × 20 cm wide.
Weight: approximately 300 g.
Material: Corten weathering steel.
Made in: the United Kingdom.
Construction: flat steel silhouette with an integrated mounting spike.
Packaging: gift box, 30 × 21 × 1 cm.
Delivery and returns
UK delivery is £3.99 per order, with free standard shipping on orders over £75. Royal Mail delivery usually takes 1–2 working days after dispatch; this is an estimate.
No. It is a flat Corten steel silhouette. Cut-through details define the bird, and the steel develops a rust-coloured patina outdoors.
Is this a flat silhouette or a 3D model?
It is cut from flat Corten steel. The photographs show the profile and integrated mounting spike.
Where should I install it?
Choose solid timber, such as a wooden fence post or planter. Check the view and leave room for the full silhouette before tapping the spike into place.
Will it stay the same colour?
No. Outdoors, Corten steel develops a rust-coloured patina. Exposure affects the colour and rate of change. Avoid placing it where rust run-off could mark pale surfaces.
How does it arrive?
For a birdwatcher, a gardener or the person who always points out the Blue Tits. It arrives flat in a 30 × 21 × 1 cm gift box.
what’s the word on the bird?
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 399 reviews.
Blue tit
I bought this Blue tit metal bird for my bird loving parents in Denmark. They have placed it outside the kitchen window in the front garden where they already have a bird feeder and bird bath. It's in a prime position and can easily be seen and enjoyed all day. It makes them smile. What else could you wish for :blush:. A great gift, I can definitely recommend this.
Very pleased
When I first saw these I immediately thought of Christmas presents for my sisters but bought myself the blue tit to check it out. I was very pleased with the quality of the bird and the speed of service. I have subsequently bought 2x long tailed tits, 1 for each sister.
Love it
I was given the kookaburra as a gift and loved it so much have ordered others for friends. I get such pleasure looking at my kookaburra on my eucalyptus tree. I haven’t given the blue tit yet to my friend but I know she will love it.
Love Our Birds
We were given a wren for Christmas and just loved it. Once he was up it was so obvious we had to have another so a blue tit came to join us! They’re gorgeous. Thanks
Christmas present
I cannot fault the service or quality in any way. In the lead up to Christmas I know they were very busy. I asked a question about my order and received an email right away. We have lots of Blue Tits and Robins visiting our gardens, therefore,I had to purchase one of each for my husband as a present. He loves them and they proudly hang on two of our trees. I would highly recommend this company and their products!!
My beautiful plant stake arrived this lunchtime and I adore it. I don't have a tree or fence to display a spike, I wish I had. The quality is amazing, now my only problem is which other plant stake to buy. I am definitely ordering another. Thank you for bringing pleasure to a grey dismal day.
A really special gift
Bought a metal bird for my mum. I was really impressed with the look and quality. Needless to say she absolutely loved it. I will definitely be buying again.
Beautiful robin
Bought a few metal birds for gifts at Christmas. Kept a robin for us and love it outside our kitchen window. Brings us so much pleasure
Simple well made and tasteful
Brilliant quality with excellent finish looks really smart and I have got comments on it a few times already. Cant wait to see how it transforms over time.
The perfect present
Absolutely brilliant present, my mum loved it. Well made and sturdy construction - both beautifully to look at and easy to install.
Only issue was the postal strikes had my bird “circling” the sorting office in Warrington for nearly two weeks. Arrived in time for Christmas and nothing that the company could do about it.
Quality
Wow amazing gift bought for an amazing person, great item super fast delivery and good communication, I would recommend Metal Birds to anyone wanting to give someone a unique gift.
Good Stuff
Bought this as a gift for my husband, it hasn’t got to the garden as yet but there is a spot waiting for it to be put up. We both think it’s fabulous…
Lesson learnt
Very disappointed, I know it's supposed to rust but not to this degree surely, I can't even touch it without getting dirt on my hands
Amazing gift
Bought as a gift for my husband. Absolutely adore this bird in our back garden. My husband loved it too. Good quality and a lovely piece of metal work
Metalbird Blue Tit
I bought this for my Daughter's birthday, and she absolutely adores it! It took pride of place in a tree which she can see from her kitchen window everyday! Fantastic delivery and very well packaged. I'd love one now! :grinning: