{"product_id":"maybee-deep-brood-beehive-frames-10-pack-with-beeswax-dipped-black-plastic-foundation-9-1-8-langstroth-deep-pine-construction","title":"MayBee Deep Brood Beehive Frames 10-Pack with Beeswax-Dipped Black Plastic Foundation — 9-1\/8\" Langstroth Deep, Pine Construction","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMayBee Deep Brood Beehive Frames are a 10-pack of unassembled pinewood frames fitted with food-grade plastic foundations dipped in beeswax to help bees draw comb quickly and make brood inspection easier.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese deep frames are built for standard Langstroth-style brood boxes and combine solid pine construction with beeswax-coated plastic foundation sheets. The frames arrive unassembled so you can nail or staple them together and place them in an 8- or 10-frame deep brood box. The black foundation provides high contrast for spotting white brood and eggs during routine hive checks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do these frames speed up comb building?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included foundations are food-grade plastic sheets thoroughly dipped in natural beeswax. The wax coating gives worker bees a familiar chemical and physical surface to start drawing comb on, reducing the time they spend constructing initial cells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBeeswax-dipped plastic foundation encourages immediate cell-building.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlastic core keeps foundations flat and stable in warm weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePre-coated wax reduces the need for supplemental feeding to stimulate wax production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill these frames fit my brood box and how big are they?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are standard deep frames with external dimensions of 9-1\/8\" top bar length, 19\" overall, and 1-3\/8\" thickness, designed for conventional deep brood boxes. Because they come unassembled, you can prepare them for either 8-frame or 10-frame deep configurations before placing them in the hive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStandard deep size: 9-1\/8\" x 19\" x 1-3\/8\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with Langstroth-style 8- and 10-frame deep brood boxes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSold in packs of 10 unassembled frames for flexible setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat materials and finish should I expect?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe frames are crafted from kiln-dried pine with smooth, precise polishing on every surface to reduce splinters and make assembly easier. The foundations are food-grade plastic that have been dipped in beeswax; the black color of the foundation helps you visually inspect brood and eggs during checks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePinewood frame components, polished for easy handling and assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFood-grade plastic foundation with a beeswax dip for natural acceptance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlack foundation color improves contrast for brood inspection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do these frames affect routine hive maintenance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe solid pine frames combined with wax-dipped foundations simplify hive inspections and comb management. The durable materials resist warping, and the dark foundation makes it easier to spot brood patterns and identify issues quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSturdy frame construction reduces replacements and maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWax-coated foundation lowers time to drawn comb, speeding colony development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh-contrast black background improves egg and brood visibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: These MayBee deep brood frames are aimed at backyard beekeepers and small-scale apiarists who use standard Langstroth deep brood boxes and want reliable, ready-to-dip beeswax foundation for faster comb building and clearer brood inspections. They suit both new beekeepers assembling their first brood chamber and experienced keepers replacing or expanding frames.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Do these frames come assembled?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No, they ship unassembled so you can nail or staple them to fit an 8- or 10-frame deep brood box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Are the foundations safe for honey and brood?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes, the foundations are food-grade plastic dipped in natural beeswax, suitable for brood and honey production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MayBee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56830335484244,"sku":"B08ZSCNC6H","price":78.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/2652\/4244\/files\/maybee-front-view-packaged-frames.jpg?v=1787003782","url":"https:\/\/gardenluxe.co.uk\/products\/maybee-deep-brood-beehive-frames-10-pack-with-beeswax-dipped-black-plastic-foundation-9-1-8-langstroth-deep-pine-construction","provider":"Gardenluxe Uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}