BeeCastle 8 Frame Langstroth Bee Hive Coated with 100% Beeswax Includes Beehive Frames and Waxed Foundations (1 Deep Box & 1 Medium Box)

This is my first 8 frame Langstroth Beehive, I've been using ten frame beehives for many years. One of my neighbors helped me clear the fallen oaks off my home thanks to Hurricane Milton. (been through many Cat 5 storms, but Milton handed me my tail)My neighbor is a great guy, and had a Wood Duck habitat that was invaded by some really calm bees, so I bought this beehive for him. I have to say it was well built, and easy to assemble. It was appreciated that all the wooden parts had a heavy coating of beeswax, which is rare. First time I assembled a hive that my hands were coated by some of the transferred wax.This hive is still in my garage as I know better than to rehome bees during a polar vortex, even in Florida. Soon as it warms up a bit, we'll drop his duck box and transfer the bees to their new home.Truthfully I have no idea how many bees are in the duck box since its so high up in an oak tree, this cold spell is giving me some time to build a 8 frame to 10 frame brood box adapter, so I can give him an extra ten frame brood box I have on hand if his duck box is loaded with more bees than can fit in this.I've never ordered a beehive from Amazon, and normally use a specific companies hives, but this didn't disappoint in any way.

Easy to assemble. I used a rubber mallet to drive in the dovetails. All the needed wood screws were provided.All the joints were tight and strong.The written instructions were reasonable, but there is a video instruction referenced on the provided documentation.I was a bit surprised there was not a groove on the sides of frame to hold the plastic panels but I think the panels themselves are pretty sturdy and the top and bottom grooves should suffice.Its an attractive box at first but I'm sure a year in the weather will change that. I'm already wondering how I'm going to paint it with the wax coating its deliver with.Its a small hive, only 8 frames, which is fine for me as I'm only trying to provide some relief for the wild bee hives already in my yard but it wont be spring before I know if the bees will take to this hive.Once can always stack on a brood or/and super box to it.The metal roof is a nice touch, maintenance free from water damage.

Quick to construct, very good quality at a very good price point

Wife loves it, not sure if the bees will, won't know till spring. Went together nicely, everything fit properly.

New beekeeper here so I looked for a sturdy hive yet economical. I bought two.They were delivered quick and no damage.Outer boxes appear to be cedar and are nicely waxed.The instructions are really, really basic but it's easy to figure out once the parts are laid out. Screws and nails were included but it wasn't clear what screws went where.Dovetail pieces for the boxes went together tightly and had to use a hammer.I glued every frame and always use TiteBond3 on my wood projects. TiteBond3 is non-toxic, food safe and has incredible strength. I also used smaller nails as the nails provided will split wood if one doesn't pick up a hammer all year. Air or electric nailer would be great and speed up the process.Foundation sheets didn't fit tight and slide a little in the frame. They won't come out but slide about a 1/4 inch. Not sure if it's supposed to do that.They look great and I have one more to assemble. Looking to buy bees soon. Can't wait!I will update after some use.

Shipped fast , went together easy and well made

This is an excellent quality bee hive! Very affordable,the only downside was having to construct it.. but, there was a very clear instruction guide. Well worth the price, I will buy again from this seller in the future

A fairly heavy package, I couldn’t imagine what could make it so heavy. The box was filled with beautiful waxed sections, top and bottoms and pine pieces for the frame. The quality of the wood and cuts were flawless. The instructions were basically non existent but viewing the videos, I quickly figured it out. The dove tail joints easily and snugly fit together as the frames. The boxes have holes and screws but the frames use small nails. The instructions mention adding wood glue and I think it’s important. Also, I would worry about the frame wood splitting when nailing so I’m going to use a small drill to make holes to prevent wood splitting. Everything was there and with a few months till spring, I think this bee box is a winner.Contrary to other posts, this box was well coated with wax.