The bottom board does three jobs at once: it forms the floor of the hive, it carries the weight of every box stacked above it, and — because this one's screened — it lets air move through the colony and lets mites that fall off bees drop out instead of climbing back up.
What You Get
- Mesh floor improves airflow and moisture control inside the hive
- Lets varroa mites that groom or fall off bees drop through instead of climbing back onto your bees
- 7/8" cypress construction, naturally rot-resistant against ground moisture
- Fits standard 10-frame Langstroth equipment
Screened vs. Solid
Screened boards are the more common choice — the airflow helps with moisture control in humid climates and gives you an easy way to eyeball mite drop without a full alcohol wash. If you're in a colder or drier climate and want more heat retention through winter, we also carry a solid bottom board.
Product Details
| Dimensions | Approximately 23.5" L x 16.5" W x 3" H |
| Fits | 10-Frame Langstroth |
| Material | Cypress, 7/8" thick |
| Finish Options | Unpainted, Primed and Painted |