Build It Yourself - Equipment Plans in PDF format
Mar 9, 2021 · 10-Frame Langstroth Beehive - Barry Birkey The thumbnail image above is clickable, so you can see a larger image, but to download the actual PDF file to your system, click on the PDF …
Monitoring Temperature and Humidity on Beehives
Feb 1, 2022 · Why does the humidity matter so much on a beehive and how do I control it? Temperature itself doesn't affect bees so much, since they can regulate their own temperature and the beehive's …
3D Printing for the Beekeeper | Beesource Beekeeping Forums
Nov 26, 2021 · I thought I'd start a thread with some stuff I've come up with, in the hopes of others adding their own creations. I know I'm not the only one here with a 3D printer: Queen Rearing Cell …
Best equipment for lifting hives - Beesource Beekeeping Forums
Feb 15, 2021 · BeeHive Lifters For Sale Made in US. Helps to Lift And Move Hives BeeHive Lifter is the perfect tool to save your back and your time. It will help you to work more efficiently without extensive …
Calculating the R-Value for winter hives - a Building...
Sep 28, 2024 · The base temperature is too high. Your assumption is that the entire interior of the hive should be 70 F in winter. That's unnecessary and not how a wintering hive works. That high of …
Primal Bee hive | Beesource Beekeeping Forums
Jul 31, 2025 · Primal Bee designs climate-adaptive, thermodynamic hives that enhance brood health, reduce interventions, and improve honeybee colony performance year-round.
Painting wax dipped hives | Beesource Beekeeping Forums
Jan 4, 2024 · Hello. I have a question about painting hives that have already been wax dipped. As background, I am installing a series of hives within a HOA that prohibits "unpainted" wood. I already …
Safe distance from hives? - Beesource Beekeeping Forums
Nov 9, 2008 · Hello All- I am starting 2 hives in the spring and have been pondering where to put them...I have a few spots in mind, away from sight from the road, shelter on the north side, sunny spot, etc. …
Beehive clearance and distance to neighbors - Beesource Beekeeping …
Oct 19, 2012 · I'm trying to come up with the best hive location - while having the location be out of view from neighbors. I have one location that seems perfect, shielded the north and south sides by …
The species of wood used to make a beehive can vary depending upon what is available in your area. The minimum thickness should not be less than 3/4". If you are using standard dimensional lumber, …