Diy Top Bar Hive Plans

It is 40 pages of step by step instructions to build this hive.

Diy top bar hive plans.

This is a great resource for top bar beehive plans. 3 feet high is the recommended height for a top bar hive. You will also get a recipe for an eco friendly wood preservative. Here s a how to video on building a new top bar beehive using thermally treated poplar.

The free plans will enable you to build a working top bar hive using simple tools and readily obtainable timber. The top bar hive plans. Complete plans cut lists and materials can be found on my website so. The beehive legs are then attached using 2x4s cut at 3ft each.

This is actually a really cool feature because so many woods now days contain pesticides. Mar 22 2015 beehive design plans special projects uncategorized woodworking. Build this hive 21. Most hives of this type will be from 3ft to 5ft in total length.

Place a strip of bee foundation inside each of the top bar grooves. How to build a top bar beehive free design plans. If you want more detail with backgtound information and more pictures you may like to buy my book balanced beekeeping i. Using wood glue or melted beeswax for a nontoxic option fasten the foundation into the grooves.

The total length of this top bar hive will be a little over 4ft in total length. Building a top bar hive once you have built your hive i strongly recommend a practical training course before you add bees. You can also print the complete design plans and parts list which is posted below to build your own hive.