{"product_id":"kinglake-steel-hive-tool-9-inch-304-stainless-beekeeping-frame-lifter-scraper","title":"KINGLAKE Steel Hive Tool 9-Inch – 304 Stainless Beekeeping Frame Lifter \u0026 Scraper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe KINGLAKE Steel Hive Tool is designed for beekeeping tasks that demand precision and control. Crafted from 304 stainless steel, this 9 inch tool resists rust, bends, and wear, and features a robust pry edge paired with a practical scraper. The midsection is painted red to aid quick identification, comfortable handling, and reliable grip when you work in tight spaces or dim lighting inside a hive. The tool\\'s balance is tuned to feel steady in the hand, helping you maneuver with less strain during long sessions at the apiary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy select this tool\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong-lasting metal: 304 stainless steel withstands the rigors of regular hive maintenance and cleaning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy handling: the half red painted section provides visual cues and confident grip for precise actions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll-in-one design: prying, lifting, and scraping capabilities cover common hive tasks without swapping tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact yet capable: 9 inch length offers reach and control in crowded frames and tight hives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReal world use cases\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn practice, you slide the tool under a frame edge to gently separate it from neighboring sections, then use the lifting edge to elevate the frame with a controlled lift. Switch to the scraper to remove excess wax or propolis from the faces of the frame and the inner hive walls. The red grip helps you keep track of the tool as you work across several frames, reducing slips when hive conditions are busy or windy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeekeeping requires careful manipulation of frames; this tool is intended to support those movements with a sturdy and dependable feel. It is suited to standard hive configurations and can be a reliable partner during seasonal hive inspections or routine maintenance across a working day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare, maintenance, and specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash with warm water and dry promptly to reduce water stains and corrosion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in a dry area to preserve the red grip finish and metal edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 9 inches; Material: 304 stainless steel; Finish: red-painted midway for visibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplications: pry, lift, scrape in hive environments; compatible with most beekeeping setups.\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 is the KINGLAKE Steel Hive Tool best used for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Prying apart hive bodies and supers, lifting frames, and scraping wax or propolis from frames and hive walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What materials and durability can I expect?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Made of 304 stainless steel with a red-painted half for visibility and grip; built to resist bending.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"KINGLAKE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45822616600762,"sku":"B01CCUX5SE","price":32.79,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/3536\/8890\/files\/kinglake-steel-hive-tool-painted-red-halfway.jpg?v=1777803678","url":"https:\/\/gardencanada.ca\/products\/kinglake-steel-hive-tool-9-inch-304-stainless-beekeeping-frame-lifter-scraper","provider":"Garden Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}