BeeCastle 40-Pack 9-1/8" Beehive Frames with Pre-Waxed Foundation Sheets — Unassembled Yellow, 1/2" Bottom Bar

BeeCastle 40-Pack beehive frames are unassembled wooden frames with pre-waxed foundation sheets designed to give beekeepers a durable, ready-to-finish replacement set for standard 9-1/8" hives.

These frames arrive unassembled so you can glue and nail them into a consistent, precise set tailored to your colony. Each frame uses FSC-certified wood, a full 1/2" thick bottom bar and standardized dimensions to fit common Langstroth-style supers. The included wax-coated foundation sheets help bees accept and build comb faster than plain foundation, and the pack of 40 provides enough frames for a full super swap or multiple repairs.

How do these frames fit in my hive and what are the exact dimensions?

These frames are made to the common commercial height and width used in many Langstroth setups. Their consistent cuts and standard sizing ensure an accurate fit in supers and brood boxes that accept 9-1/8" frames. Measure your hive rails first, but these are built to standard tolerances.

• Frame height: 9-1/8"
• Bottom bar: full 1/2" thickness, standard width bottom bar
• Overall length and rail sizing compatible with typical 19" top-bar spacing
• Unassembled — assemble to final dimensions for best fit

What makes the included foundation sheets helpful for comb building?

The foundation sheets are wax coated to encourage rapid acceptance by worker bees and to guide comb into straight, usable cells. Wax coating reduces initial rejection, speeds up draw-out and helps produce more uniform comb across frames. These are suitable for brood and honey comb construction depending on your management goals.

• Pre-waxed surface for faster bee acceptance
• Fits securely into the frame groove after assembly
• Reduces the need for hand-drawing foundation
• Works with common beekeeping practices for brood or honey supers

How robust are these frames and can they replace damaged ones during harvest?

BeeCastle frames are manufactured with precision cuts and a full half-inch bottom bar for strength under load. The robust bottom bar and quality wood make them suitable for replacing broken frames or swapping frames out during harvest without sagging. Because they’re unassembled, you control glue and fasteners for added durability.

• High-precision cuts for tight joints
• Full 1/2" thick bottom bar provides rigidity
• FSC-certified wood for reliable structural integrity
• Ideal for mid-season swaps or replacing damaged frames

What comes in the pack and what preparation is required before use?

This 40-pack contains unassembled frame parts and waxed foundation sheets in a yellow finish. You’ll need to assemble each frame—glue and pin or nail—then press or heat the foundation into the frame groove. After assembly, install them in your supers or store them until needed.

• 40 unassembled wooden frames and matching waxed foundations
• Requires basic frame assembly (glue and fasten)
• Wax foundation fitted into groove after assembly
• Yellow finish for easy identification in equipment sets

Who this is for: Beekeepers who maintain Langstroth-style hives and need a cost-effective, reliable bulk replacement — ideal for hobbyists expanding colonies, small-scale commercial operations refreshing comb stock, or any beekeeper wanting FSC-certified frames with pre-waxed foundation for quicker comb draw-out. If you prefer ready-to-use assembled frames, note these require basic workshop assembly before installation.