{"product_id":"maybee-beehive-8-frame-starter-kit-cedar-wood-hive-for-beginner-beekeeping","title":"MayBee Beehive 8-Frame Starter Kit — Cedar Wood Hive for Beginner Beekeeping","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MayBee Beehive 8-Frame Starter Kit is built for aspiring beekeepers who want a sturdy, ready-to-use home for a growing colony. Crafted from durable cedarwood with a wax-coated foundation, this hive blends natural materials with practical design to support a calm, organized start to beekeeping in a backyard or garden setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose this kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable materials\u003c\/strong\u003e: Heavy wax-coated cedarwood paired with a pinewood foundation frame for a robust, long-lasting hive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHealth-minded foundation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Beeswaxed plastic foundation helps support safe, ready-to-install frames for your bees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmart assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e: Dovetail frame joints simplify installation and reduce gaps where bees could misalign.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign and maintenance advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeather protection\u003c\/strong\u003e: A pre-assembled, waterproof metal top cover keeps the interior dry during wet or humid spells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVentilation and cleanliness\u003c\/strong\u003e: Removable inner boards with vents improve airflow, while a detachable bottom board with an entrance reducer eases cleaning and management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpace for growth\u003c\/strong\u003e: The 2-layer design provides ample room, with space for 10 frames in each box, supporting brood and honey storage as your colony expands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize, scope, and practicality\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall dimensions measure 16.3 inches wide by 19.9 inches deep by 20 inches high. The kit includes a complete set of components to get you started quickly, with the ability to add more frames or boxes as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBottom Board\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEntrance Reducer\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInner Cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTop Cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eQueen Excluder\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e8 Deep Frames with beeswaxed foundation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e8 Medium Frames with beeswaxed foundation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Medium Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Brood Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal use cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re starting a small backyard hive or upgrading an existing setup, this kit provides a solid foundation with room to grow. The combination of durable materials, thoughtful ventilation, and a comprehensive contents list helps you focus on watching your bees thrive and harvesting honey over time.\u003c\/p\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 included in the MayBee Beehive 8 Frame Starter Kit?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Bottom board, entrance reducer, inner and top covers, queen excluder, eight deep frames with beeswaxed foundation, eight medium frames with foundation, one medium box, and one brood box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is assembly beginner-friendly and how long does setup take?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. Most users can assemble in about 30 minutes; the kit includes pre-assembled components and ready-to-use frames to simplify first-time setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MayBee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45738334355642,"sku":"B08L8R3CYH","price":363.36,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/3536\/8890\/files\/maybee-beehive-8-frame-starter-kit-front-view.jpg?v=1774664475","url":"https:\/\/gardencanada.ca\/products\/maybee-beehive-8-frame-starter-kit-cedar-wood-hive-for-beginner-beekeeping","provider":"Garden Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}