10-Frame Unassembled Hardboard Hive Base Kit

Build a straightforward traditional 10-frame hive floor with this Unassembled Base Kit from Hornsby Beekeeping Supplies.

The kit combines the three main structural elements required for a solid bottom board: a Weathertex floor, timber riser and white cypress cleats.

Kit Components

The base includes:

• 1-inch/25mm New Zealand radiata pine riser
• Durable Weathertex base board
• White cypress support cleats

The riser requires assembly and should be treated before extended outdoor use.

White Cypress Lower Supports

The supplied cleats are made from white cypress, a timber selected for resistance to termites and rot.

This makes it particularly suitable for the lower portion of a hive, where moisture and ground-level pests can be concerns.

A Traditional Solid Floor

A plain solid base remains a straightforward hive-floor design.

It may be particularly attractive for beekeepers who prefer simple equipment or are preparing multiple hives economically.

The base does not replace pest-management practices. Hornsby Beekeeping Supplies recommends incorporating a suitable small hive beetle trap into your broader management plan.

DIY Assembly Keeps the Setup Flexible

Building the base yourself allows each part to be repaired or replaced individually later.

It is also useful when you want to treat or finish the timber according to your own workshop system.

Make sure the completed base is square and the brood box sits securely above it.

Choose this 10-Frame Base Kit for a simple, serviceable DIY hive floor.

For assembly components, beetle traps or alternative metal and mesh bases, contact Hornsby Beekeeping Supplies on 02 9477 5569 or info@hornsby-beekeeping.com.