10FR Reversible Bottom Board

Our two-sided, reversible bottom board has a 1/2″ entrance on one side and a 3/4″ entrance on the other. Why the two different-sized sides? The 3/4″ size is standard height to use with a wooden entrance reducer (and the extra 1/2″ below allows for air flow). You can turn it over to use the 1/2″ opening as a smaller opening. This is just if you want a smaller opening – there’s no other great benefit.

Made with rabbeted cross pieces to help keep out moisture, it is made with top-quality Eastern White Pine. Comes fully assembled – screwed not nailed.

Includes a wooden entrance reducer.

Hints

• Remember to clean out your bottom board in the spring. Debris builds up during the winter and can be easily removed with a hive tool.
• Place your hive as level as possible but with a slight tilt forward, so the front of the bottom board is 3/8″ lower than the back. This will prevent water from pooling in the back of the hive.
• When painting the bottom board, remember to paint the “landing zone” that is exposed to outside elements.

Dimensions

• 22″ long x 16-1/4″ wide x 2″ high (10 frame)