10-Frame Cypress Solid Bottom Board
Solid. Stable. Cypress strong. This bottom board offers year-round protection with tight construction and rot-resistant wood.
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10-Frame Cypress Solid Bottom Board
The 10-Frame Cypress Solid Bottom Board serves as the foundation of the hive, supporting all the weight of the boxes and frames above it. Built from rot-resistant cypress wood, this bottom board is made to last through seasons of use and weather exposure. Its solid floor design helps beekeepers maintain stable airflow inside the hive while keeping drafts out, giving bees a protected and comfortable home.
Key Features and Benefits
- Solid construction: Serves as the structural base for the hive.
- Draft protection: Solid wood floor keeps air leaks out of the hive.
- Cypress wood: Naturally rot-resistant and durable against moisture.
- Assembled option: Built with Titebond glue, staples, and nails for long-term use.
- Custom finish: Available primed and painted upon request.
- Fits 10-frame hives: Designed to match standard 10-frame Langstroth equipment.
Detailed Description
This solid bottom board differs from the screened bottom board version by using a full wood floor instead of mesh. The solid surface eliminates drafts and helps maintain better control of airflow inside the hive. Both solid and screened styles have served beekeepers for decades, but many prefer the solid type for its simplicity and reliability.
Positioned closest to the ground, the bottom board takes the most wear from moisture and weather. That’s why these are built from rot-resistant cypress wood, which stands up exceptionally well over time. You can also order your bottom board assembled—each one put together with Titebond Glue, staples, and nails so it’s ready to go out of the box.
For a longer-lasting finish, you can choose to have the bottom board primed and painted. Pair this with other 10-frame hive parts from our collection to build a complete, durable hive setup.
You can purchase our other 10 Frame Hive parts to customize your hives.
Read the Beehive Basic Components on our blog.
Watch our YouTube video to learn the pros and cons of Solid and Screened Bottom
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We have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. The order will also need to have been placed through our retail store or through www.foxhoundbeecompany.com
Customer Reviews
My bees have LOVED hanging on this fresh Cyprus porch. This product is well constructed and has lasted through all seasons. I appreciate that I can add an oil tray if needed to help out the bees.
Keep buzzing and enjoying your cozy hangout spot bees!
Very well made cypress bottom board. Should last a long time.
Great quality and fast shipping! Already primed and painted, I just have to use it. Such a time saver
Works well in summer to help with hot days. I use the pan to help with small hive beatles, then winter slid plastic cardboard in. Good til spring.
I love using these, along with the beetle trays, to keep track of what's going on. In the hot summer months or when I need to move the hive, I slide them out for increased ventilation.