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B.S. National Roof (Thermo-Modified Wood) with Galvanised Cover

WoodenShell — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:52:15 +0000

Designed for B.S. National hives, the roof protects the colony from weather while helping regulate internal conditions. It is topped with a galvanised metal sheet finished with a protective polymer coating to improve durability and service life.
Materials:

Body — thermally modified wood
Cover — galvanised metal with protective polymer coating

Specifications:

Four ventilation holes — support airflow and moisture control
Galvanised cover — helps protect against weathering
Rigid frame construction — for stability and durability
Fully assembled — supplied ready to use
Compatibility — designed to fit standard B.S. National hives

Dimensions (external):

520 × 520 mm
Height: 120 mm (approx. 5 inches)

Built to provide reliable protection, ventilation, and long-term performance throughout the seasons.

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B.S. National Super Box (Thermo-Modified Wood)

WoodenShell — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:48:17 +0000

Designed for use with B.S. National hives, this super box serves as a dedicated honey chamber and allows for the addition of further supers during the main nectar flow.
Specifications:

Frame compatibility — fits SN1, SN2, SN4, SN5, and Manley frames (frames not included)
Angled inner walls — on the super box, to reduce frame sticking; metal runners may be added if preferred
Precisely machined components — for accurate alignment and straightforward assembly
Supplied flat packed — for efficient storage and transport
Material — thermally modified wood for improved dimensional stability and service life

Dimensions (external):

460 × 460 × 150 mm

Built for durability, accurate fit, and ease of assembly.

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B.S. National Brood Box (Thermo-Modified Wood)

WoodenShell — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:44:09 +0000

Designed as the main brood chamber for B.S. National hives, it provides a reliable space for brood rearing and colony development.
Specifications:

Frame compatibility — fits DN1, DN2, DN4, DN5 frames (frames not included)
Angled inner walls — on the brood box, to minimise frames sticking; metal runners may be added if preferred
Accurately machined components — for straightforward and precise assembly
Supplied flat packed — for efficient storage and transport
Material — thermally modified wood for improved stability and service life

Dimensions (external):

460 × 460 × 227 mm

Built for durability, accurate fit, and ease of assembly.

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Varroa Mesh Floor with Inspection Tray (Thermo-Modified Wood)

WoodenShell — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:40:40 +0000

Designed for B.S. National hives, this base improves ventilation and supports effective varroa monitoring during routine inspections.
The varroa mesh floor includes:

Galvanised wire mesh — permanently installed to support airflow and mite control
Plywood inspection tray — fitted in place for monitoring and cleaning
Wooden landing board — supplied loose, to be screwed on during setup
Base unit — delivered assembled, with the landing board not pre-fitted

All components are produced to precise dimensions to ensure correct alignment with B.S. National hive bodies. The galvanised mesh is treated to reduce corrosion and support reliable long-term use inside the hive.
Designed to be robust, accurately fitted, and practical for everyday apiary work.

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B.S. National Nucleus Hive (Nuc Box) (Thermo-Modified Wood)

WoodenShell — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:35:53 +0000

A flat-packed B.S. National 6-frame nucleus hive designed for raising nucleus colonies, hive splits, or swarm control, suitable for reliable long-term outdoor use and straightforward assembly.
The nuc hive includes:

1 brood box — fits DN1, DN2, DN4, DN5 frames (frames not included)
1 Varroa mesh floor with plywood inspection tray (assembled; landing board included, to be screwed on)
1 crown board — plywood panel with a solid pine frame (not thermally modified)
1 wooden roof with galvanised metal cover and 4 ventilation holes (assembled)

The brood box features angled inner wall tops to reduce the likelihood of frames sticking, so runners are not essential, although metal runners can be fitted if preferred. All components are accurately machined for straightforward self-assembly and are supplied flat-packed for easy storage and transport.

Dimensions (external):

Brood box: 460 × 260 × 227 mm
Varroa mesh floor with tray: 460 × 260 × 50 mm
Roof with galvanised cover: 520 × 320 × 120 mm
Crown board: 460 × 260 mm

Built for durability, accuracy, and ease of assembly.

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B.S. National Beehive Flat Pack (Thermo-Modified Wood)

WoodenShell — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:24:16 +0000

A flat-packed B.S. National beehive set designed for reliable long-term outdoor use and straightforward assembly.
The hive includes:

1 brood box — fits DN1, DN2, DN4, DN5 frames (frames not included)
2 super boxes — fit SN1, SN2, SN4, SN5, Manley frames (frames not included)
1 open mesh floor with plywood inspection drawer (assembled; landing board included, to be screwed on)
1 crown board — plywood panel with a solid pine frame (not thermally modified)
1 wooden roof with galvanised metal cover and 4 ventilation holes (assembled)

Boxes are precisely cut for easy assembly. Angled tops on the inner walls help prevent frames from sticking; metal runners may also be used if preferred. Supplied flat-packed for convenient storage and transport.

Dimensions (external):

Brood box: 460 × 460 × 227 mm
Super box: 460 × 460 × 150 mm
Open mesh floor with tray: 460 × 460 × 50 mm
Roof with galvanised cover: 520 × 520 × 120 mm
Crown board: 460 × 460 mm

Built for durability, accuracy, and ease of assembly.

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Beehive Winter Insulation Wrap

WoodenShell — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 10:17:31 +0000

The wrap consists of three functional layers: durable Oxford fabric resistant to rain, wind, and dirt; foam polyethylene for thermal insulation; and aluminum foil for reflecting heat. Hook-and-loop fasteners ensure a secure fit around the hive. Weighing only 250 g, the wrap provides reliable protection during autumn, winter, and transitional periods, helping bees conserve energy and maintain stable brood temperatures.

Specifications:
– Outer layer — Oxford fabric, water- and wind-resistant
– Insulation — Foam polyethylene
– Inner lining — Aluminum foil, reflective
– Closure — Hook-and-loop fasteners
– Application — Developed for standard B.S. National brood box (also compatible with Langstroth, depending on dimensions)
– Weight — 250 g
– Use — Autumn, winter, and transitional periods

DN4 (Brood) Frames

WoodenShell — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 20:26:32 +0000

Crafted from solid, well-dried pine and supplied flat packed with precision-cut parts for easy self-assembly. These frames are designed to British Standard dimensions and ensure reliable performance across compatible hive systems.

Specifications
– Top bar: 17″ × 7/8″ (432 × 22 mm)
– Side bar: 8½″ × 1⅜″ (216 × 35 mm)
– Bottom bar: 14″ (356 mm)
– Design: Hoffman self-spacing
– Material: solid, well-dried pine
– Supplied: flat packed

SN4 (Super) Frames

WoodenShell — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 20:24:35 +0000

Made from well-dried pine and supplied flat packed with precision-cut parts for quick self-assembly. Hoffman self-spacing side bars maintain correct bee space in the super, supporting efficient hive inspections. Fully compatible with National and WBC supers; accepts standard super foundation.

Specifications:
– Top bar — 17″ × 7/8″ (432 × 22 mm)
– Side bar — 5½″ × 1⅜″ (140 × 35 mm)
– Bottom bar — 14″ (356 mm)
– Design — Hoffman self-spacing
– Material — Solid, well-dried pine
– Supplied — Flat packed

14″×12″ (Deep Brood) Frames

WoodenShell — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 20:22:41 +0000

Built with a reinforced top bar for added strength and stability. Manufactured from kiln-dried pine and supplied flat packed with precision-cut components for quick self-assembly. Fully compatible with 14″×12″ National and WBC brood boxes.
Specifications:
– Top bar — 17″ × 1 1/16″ (432 × 28 mm), reinforced
– Side bar — 12″ × 1⅜″ (305 × 35 mm)
– Bottom bar — 14″ (356 mm)
– Design — Hoffman self-spacing
– Material — Solid, well-dried pine
– Supplied — Flat packed