{"product_id":"10-frame-cypress-screened-bottom-board","title":"10-Frame Cypress Screened Bottom Board","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"45\"\u003e10-Frame Cypress Screened Bottom Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"83\" data-end=\"240\"\u003eThe 10-Frame Cypress Screened Bottom Board forms the foundation of the hive, supporting all hive equipment while providing ventilation and debris management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"266\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"379\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"290\"\u003eHive Foundation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serves as the floor of the hive and supports the full weight of boxes and frames above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"382\" data-end=\"494\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"382\" data-end=\"402\"\u003eScreened Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allows debris and air to pass through while preventing bees from accessing the area below\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"497\" data-end=\"598\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"497\" data-end=\"523\"\u003eVarroa Management Aid:\u003c\/strong\u003e Popular design used by beekeepers to help reduce varroa mite populations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"692\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"627\"\u003eFeeder Placement Area:\u003c\/strong\u003e Common location for placing bee feeders within the hive system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"795\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"731\"\u003eSmall Hive Beetle Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to work with a sealed \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/foxhound-bee-company.myshopify.com\/collections\/pest-control\/products\/small-hive-beetle-oil-trap\"\u003eSmall Hive Beetle Oil Pan Trap\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"920\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"825\"\u003eClosable Screen Option:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes a lower rail that supports a corrugated board to close the screen and reduce drafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"968\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"936\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Constructed from cypress wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"971\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"971\" data-end=\"991\"\u003eAssembly Option:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available fully assembled using \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/products\/titebond-3-wood-glue\"\u003eTitebond glue\u003c\/a\u003e, staples, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/10-frame-hive-parts\/products\/2-14-inch-nails-for-boxes\"\u003enails\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1122\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1080\"\u003eFinish Option:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optional priming and painting available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1578\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1959\"\u003eScreened 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 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/hive-kits\"\u003ebeekeeping starter kits\u003c\/a\u003e. The screen also creates a false floor, allowing debris to drop out of the hive while maintaining separation between bees and materials placed below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1961\" data-end=\"2203\"\u003eThis bottom board is designed to work with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/foxhound-bee-company.myshopify.com\/collections\/pest-control\/products\/small-hive-beetle-oil-trap\"\u003eSmall Hive Beetle Oil Pan Trap\u003c\/a\u003e, sealing completely so bees cannot access oil or diatomaceous earth placed in the tray. The redesigned structure ensures compatibility with beetle management systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2205\" data-end=\"2415\"\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2417\" data-end=\"2571\"\u003eFully assembled options are available using \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/products\/titebond-3-wood-glue\"\u003eTitebond glue\u003c\/a\u003e, staples, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/10-frame-hive-parts\/products\/2-14-inch-nails-for-boxes\"\u003enails.\u003c\/a\u003e Beekeepers may also choose optional priming and painting prior to shipment.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2417\" data-end=\"2571\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSee our other \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/10-frame-hive-parts\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e10 Frame Hive Parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e available at our store.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRead the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/parts-of-a-beehive-the-basic-components\/\"\u003eBeehive Basic Components\u003c\/a\u003e on our blog.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch our YouTube video to learn \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=9MEyNbz5wFI\" title=\"Solid vs Screened Bottom Boards Explained: The pros and cons of each type and which one is right.\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ethe pros and cons of Solid and Screened Bottom Boards\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foxhound Bee Company","offers":[{"title":"10-Frame Unpainted","offer_id":53275495563582,"sku":"BB SC 10","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10-Frame Primed and Painted","offer_id":53275495596350,"sku":"BB SC 10 P","price":33.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0980\/4493\/6510\/files\/10-Frame-Cypress-Screened-Bottom-Board-10-Frame-Unpainted-Foxhound-Bee-Company_e1d5cc09-b17a-4973-91a0-982d7a38aa79.png?v=1775371559","url":"https:\/\/thegeneralstore-9711.myshopify.com\/products\/10-frame-cypress-screened-bottom-board","provider":"TheGeneralStore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}