{"product_id":"beeknows-10-frame-beehive-bottom-board-with-beeswax-coating-langstroth-ready","title":"BeeKNOWS 10-Frame Beehive Bottom Board with Beeswax Coating | Langstroth Ready","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BeeKNOWS 10 Frame Beehive Bottom Board blends durability with a natural coating to create a welcoming framework for your hive. Solid wood, fully coated in pure beeswax, offers a tactile, traditional feel that many beekeepers associate with healthier, more resilient colonies. The bottom board’s screened design teams up with an integrated entrance reducer to support airflow, moisture control, and traffic regulation at the hive entrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy this bottom board matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe beeswax coating provides a natural foundation that can help bees settle in more readily and accept the new setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe built-in entrance reducer helps regulate traffic and reduces drafts at the hive entrance, especially during seasonal shifts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe screened bottom board promotes ventilation, aiding moisture management and helping maintain stable internal temperatures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDurable solid wood delivers long-lasting performance with zero assembly required—simply unbox and install on a Langstroth hive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned for standard Langstroth configurations with a precise, secure fit for 10-frame boxes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReal-worlduse scenarios\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen replacing older or worn components, this bottom board offers a ready-to-use upgrade that aligns with common Langstroth setups. The natural beeswax finish provides a familiar scent and texture that some colonies respond to during installation, while the reducer and screen work together to help manage climate dynamics in variable weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to install and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUnbox and orient the board to align with the hive’s frame layout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlace it on the bottom with the screened side facing downward and the entrance aligned to the bee space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdjust the entrance reducer as the colony grows or during seasonal changes to maintain optimal flow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConstruction: solid wood with beeswax coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDimensions: 16-1\/4\" x 22\" x 2-9\/16\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatibility: Langstroth, 10-frame hives\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes: entrance reducer and screened ventilation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What does the BEEKNOWS 10 Frame Beehive Bottom Board include?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Solid wood bottom board with beeswax coating, built-in entrance reducer, and ventilation; ready to install on Langstroth hives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is this bottom board compatible with standard Langstroth hives?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes, designed for standard 10-frame Langstroth configurations with a precise, secure fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"BEEKNOWS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45738966810810,"sku":"B0DHFVN2X5","price":117.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/3536\/8890\/files\/beeknows-10-frame-bottom-board-beeswax-coating.jpg?v=1774712279","url":"https:\/\/gardencanada.ca\/products\/beeknows-10-frame-beehive-bottom-board-with-beeswax-coating-langstroth-ready","provider":"Garden Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}