{"product_id":"5-frame-cypress-screened-bottom-board","title":"5-Frame Cypress Screened Bottom Board","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5-Frame Cypress Screened Bottom Board\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"662\" data-start=\"261\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"303\" data-start=\"265\"\u003e5-Frame Cypress Solid Bottom Board\u003c\/strong\u003e forms the foundation of your hive, supporting all of the weight from the boxes and frames stacked above it. As the base of your colony, this component is built for strength and durability. Made from rot-resistant cypress, it’s designed to withstand years of use and exposure to the elements while helping beekeepers maintain proper airflow and hive health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"700\" data-start=\"669\"\u003eKey Features and Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1291\" data-start=\"702\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"732\" data-start=\"702\"\u003eCypress wood construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made from durable, rot-resistant cypress for long-lasting performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1291\" data-start=\"702\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"829\" data-start=\"806\"\u003eSolid floor design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps reduce drafts and gives the beekeeper greater airflow control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1291\" data-start=\"702\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"928\" data-start=\"901\"\u003eFully assembled option:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built with Titebond glue, staples, and nails for strength and stability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1291\" data-start=\"702\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1029\" data-start=\"1004\"\u003eFeeder-friendly base:\u003c\/strong\u003e Commonly used to hold bee feeders at the hive entrance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1291\" data-start=\"702\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1113\" data-start=\"1088\"\u003eSingle hive entrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides the main access point for bees entering and exiting the hive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1291\" data-start=\"702\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1215\" data-start=\"1187\"\u003eCustom finish available:\u003c\/strong\u003e Option to have your bottom board primed and painted for extra protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1324\" data-start=\"1298\"\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1580\" data-start=\"1326\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/5-frame-hive-parts\/products\/5-frame-cypress-solid-bottom-board\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e5- Frame solid bottom board\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e serves as the structural base of your hive, supporting all boxes and frames stacked above. It is designed to provide a strong, level foundation for your colony while helping regulate internal hive conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1885\" data-start=\"1582\"\u003eUnlike screened bottom boards, this model has a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1652\" data-start=\"1630\"\u003esolid wooden floor\u003c\/strong\u003e that keeps drafts out and gives beekeepers better control of airflow within the hive. The solid design also helps maintain stable temperatures during cooler months and provides a sturdy surface for hive feeders or other equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2179\" data-start=\"1887\"\u003eEach bottom board is \u003cstrong data-end=\"1937\" data-start=\"1908\"\u003eavailable fully assembled\u003c\/strong\u003e, using \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/products\/titebond-3-wood-glue\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTitebond Glue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1982\" data-start=\"1945\"\u003e, staples, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/10-frame-hive-parts\/products\/2-14-inch-nails-for-boxes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003enails\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, so it’s ready to use right out of the box. The \u003cstrong data-end=\"2051\" data-start=\"2031\"\u003eentrance opening\u003c\/strong\u003e is carefully cut to provide bees with a single entry and exit point that can easily accommodate entrance reducers or feeders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2179\" data-start=\"1887\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is designed to work perfectly with our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/foxhound-bee-company.myshopify.com\/collections\/pest-control\/products\/small-hive-beetle-oil-trap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esmall hive beetle tray\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that seals completely, keeping bees out of the oil or diatomaceous earth in the pan. We redesigned our bottom boards to work perfectly with our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/products\/small-hive-beetle-oil-trap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSmall Hive Beetle Oil Pan Trap.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2519\" data-start=\"2181\"\u003eBecause bottom boards sit closest to the ground, they’re often the first part of a hive to face moisture or decay. That’s why ours are made from \u003cstrong data-end=\"2356\" data-start=\"2326\"\u003erot-resistant cypress wood\u003c\/strong\u003e, a naturally durable material that stands up to outdoor exposure and resists rot far better than pine. This means less maintenance and longer-lasting equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2670\" data-start=\"2521\"\u003eYou can also choose to have your bottom board \u003cstrong data-end=\"2589\" data-start=\"2567\"\u003eprimed and painted\u003c\/strong\u003e with premium, UV-resistant exterior paint to extend its lifespan even further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2828\" data-start=\"2672\"\u003eThis bottom board pairs perfectly with other \u003cstrong data-end=\"2739\" data-start=\"2717\"\u003e5-Frame Hive Parts\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing you to build or customize your setup to meet your specific beekeeping needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2828\" data-start=\"2672\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSee our other \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/5-frame-hive-parts\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e5- Frame Hive Parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e available at our store.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRead the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/parts-of-a-beehive-the-basic-components\/\"\u003eBeehive Basic Components\u003c\/a\u003e on our blog.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatch our YouTube video to learn \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=9MEyNbz5wFI\" title=\"Solid vs Screened Bottom Boards Explained: The pros and cons of each type and which one is right\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ethe pros and cons of Solid and Screened Bottom Boards\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foxhound Bee Company","offers":[{"title":"5-Frame Unpainted","offer_id":47499263803615,"sku":"BB SC 5","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5-Frame Primed and Painted","offer_id":47499263836383,"sku":"BB SC 5 P","price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/5869\/7695\/files\/5-Frame-Cypress-Screened-Bottom-Board-5-Frame-Unpainted-Foxhound-Bee-Company.png?v=1760679366","url":"https:\/\/laxaaurasolutionsltd.myshopify.com\/products\/5-frame-cypress-screened-bottom-board","provider":"Ludus Gaming","version":"1.0","type":"link"}