10-Frame Cypress Screened Bottom Board

The 10-Frame Cypress Screened Bottom Board forms the foundation of the hive, supporting all hive equipment while providing ventilation and debris management.

Key Features

• Hive Foundation: Serves as the floor of the hive and supports the full weight of boxes and frames above
• Screened Design: Allows debris and air to pass through while preventing bees from accessing the area below
• Varroa Management Aid: Popular design used by beekeepers to help reduce varroa mite populations
• Feeder Placement Area: Common location for placing bee feeders within the hive system
• Small Hive Beetle Compatibility: Designed to work with a sealed Small Hive Beetle Oil Pan Trap
• Closable Screen Option: Includes a lower rail that supports a corrugated board to close the screen and reduce drafts
• Material: Constructed from cypress wood
• Assembly Option: Available fully assembled using Titebond glue, staples, and nails
• Finish Option: Optional priming and painting available

Detailed Description

The 10-Frame Cypress Screened Bottom Board serves as the base of a Langstroth hive, supporting the full weight of all hive boxes and frames stacked above it. Constructed from cypress wood, this bottom board incorporates a screened floor that allows air circulation and debris to fall through while preventing bees from accessing the area beneath the hive.

Screened bottom boards have gained popularity over the past decade, particularly as part of integrated varroa management practices. This design is one reason screened bottom boards are commonly included in beekeeping starter kits. The screen also creates a false floor, allowing debris to drop out of the hive while maintaining separation between bees and materials placed below.

This bottom board is designed to work with a Small Hive Beetle Oil Pan Trap, sealing completely so bees cannot access oil or diatomaceous earth placed in the tray. The redesigned structure ensures compatibility with beetle management systems.

A small rail beneath the screen allows a corrugated board to rest in place. This board can be inserted to close off the screen when reduced airflow or added insulation is desired, such as during colder weather.

Fully assembled options are available using Titebond glue, staples, and nails. Beekeepers may also choose optional priming and painting prior to shipment.

See our other 10 Frame Hive Parts available at our store.

Read the Beehive Basic Components on our blog.

Watch our YouTube video to learn the pros and cons of Solid and Screened Bottom Boards.

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