
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, …
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 …
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 …
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.
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 …
Plans for horizontal hive using deep frames - Beesource …
Apr 9, 2014 · I am interested in trying to design a horizontal beehive using deep Langstroth frames. Basically the idea would be a topbar hive design with straight walls, frame rests and …
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. If you …
Safe distance from hives? - Beesource Beekeeping Forums
Nov 8, 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, …
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 …
Cleaning old hives and frames | Beesource Beekeeping Forums
Apr 18, 2011 · Complete newbie here. I picked up eight six hive boxes last week (see below) from a commercial beek who has gone out of business. I've heard the cautions against purchasing …