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VEVOR Bee Hive 40 Frame Bee Hives Starter Kit, Beeswax Coated Fir Wood, 2 Deep + 2 Medium Bee Boxes Langstroth Beehive Kit, Transparent Acrylic Windows with Foundations for Beginners Pro Beekeepers

Number of Boxes: Deep Box x 2+ Medium Box x 2

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All the instructions that I have read for other hives say that the first step before assembly is to paint the hive. This wood is very pretty and I would prefer not to paint, but I also don't want my hive to get wood rot. The picture in the instructions shows the assembled hive unpainted and says use bees wax for maintenance. How often do I need to apply the beeswax

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For outdoor beehives, it is recommended to apply paint every 3-6 months. If the beehives are located in a sheltered, rain-protected shed/eaves, the frequency can be extended to 6-12 months. The key is to check whether the beeswax layer on the wood surface shows signs of cracking, whitening, or moisture absorption.

By vevor

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Are these boxes compatible with standard frames form other suppliers?

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No, these boxes aren't compatible with standard frames from other sellers.

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The images show plexiglass-like windows for observation. Does this kit include the clear window panes? Some offsite reviews mention that it does not.

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This kit contains the clear pane.

By vevor

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The listing says - Natural Cedar - yet your answer to the question about “what kind of wood are boxes made of” is fur + pine. Please clarify.

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It is made of fir + pine

By vevor

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Is this suitable to use in the northeast states that get a lot of snow? Just wondering if it would allow in to much cold and end up killing the bees?

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Well, I'm not sure. I'm in Kentucky. Our winters swing wildly. I'm definitely hoping. I will offer this. The bees seem to do a really good job sealing it up. The cover is hard to pull off between inspections. That said, I would wrap the hive. It's only on one side.

By Ferdinand Wild

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