Honey Lake 10-Frame Langstroth Deep Brood Box — Cedar, Beeswax-Dipped with 10 Frames & Waxed Foundations

Honey Lake's 10-frame Langstroth deep brood box is a durable cedar hive body, beeswax-dipped and supplied with frames and waxed foundations for a ready-to-build beekeeping foundation.

Built to classic Langstroth dimensions, this deep brood box combines traditional joinery with protective beeswax treatment to resist weather and wear. The kit arrives unassembled but pre-drilled and supplied with screws, making it straightforward to put together for backyard hobbyists or small-scale commercial beekeepers. The cedar construction gives a balance of strength and natural insulation while the pre-waxed plastic foundations help colonies draw comb more consistently.

How big is the Honey Lake 10-frame deep brood box and will it fit standard equipment?

The brood box measures 19.88" × 16.25" × 9.56", matching standard 10-frame Langstroth sizing so it integrates with most commercial hive components. Because it follows established dimensions, you can use typical inner covers, telescoping outer covers, and hive stands without modification.

• External dimensions: 19.88 × 16.25 × 9.56 inches
• Compatible with standard 10-frame Langstroth accessories
• Designed to accept frames, followers, and covers from usual suppliers

What materials and finishes protect the hive from weather and pests?

This deep box is milled from cedar, a wood valued for natural rot resistance and insulating properties. Each exterior surface is dipped in beeswax, which helps seal joints and slows moisture penetration while preserving a natural, bee-friendly finish.

• Cedar construction for durability and insulation
• Beeswax-dipped exterior to reduce moisture uptake
• Plastic foundation sheets also coated in beeswax to encourage comb building

How easy is assembly and what hardware is included?

The brood box arrives unassembled but is pre-drilled and designed for quick assembly using the included screws. Dovetail joint design simplifies alignment and creates strong corners once fastened, so you won’t need advanced woodworking skills to build a robust hive body.

• Pre-drilled panels for straightforward screw insertion
• Required screws supplied in the package
• Dovetail joints for secure, long-lasting corners

What comes inside the box and how does it help colony setup?

The kit includes 10 frames plus waxed plastic foundation sheets ready to be placed into the assembled deep. Providing frames and foundations with the brood box speeds colony installation and supports uniform comb construction from the start.

• Ten Langstroth frames sized to fit the deep brood box
• Plastic foundation sheets pre-coated in beeswax to help bees draw comb
• Everything packaged for fast setup after assembly

Who is this for: The Honey Lake 10-frame Langstroth deep brood box fits backyard beekeepers setting up new colonies, small-scale producers expanding apiaries, and hobbyists replacing or upgrading brood boxes. It’s particularly useful for beekeepers who prefer natural materials and a ready-to-assemble package that pairs frames and waxed foundations with a beeswax-treated exterior for easier comb construction and improved longevity.