{"product_id":"wonderjune-10-frame-solar-fume-board-for-beekeeping-classic-black-corrugated-top-wood-felt-durable","title":"Wonderjune 10-Frame Solar Fume Board for Beekeeping — Classic Black Corrugated Top, Wood \u0026 Felt Durable","description":"\u003cb\u003eWonderjune 10-frame solar fume board is a simple, passive tool that uses sunlight-heated fumes to encourage bees to vacate the honey super for easier extraction.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis compact board combines a felt medicine reservoir with a corrugated plastic top to disperse gentle fumes into a 10-frame hive. Designed to sit on the topmost box, the board relies on direct sun to warm the surface and volatilize a treatment applied to the felt underside. Built from wood, glued and nailed for durability, it offers a low-effort way to move bees during harvest without electrical or chemical equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the solar fume board work during honey extraction?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace medicine in a zigzag or X pattern on the felt side, set the board over the honey super with the corrugated plastic side up, and let sunlight do the rest. Heat causes the applied substance to vaporize and spread through the frames, encouraging bees to move down into lower boxes or brood chamber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply treatment on the felt base in a zigzag or X layout for even diffusion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrient corrugated plastic upward so sun-facing heat transfers into the hive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse on clear sunny days for best natural volatilization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo batteries or pump; relies on passive solar heating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat materials and dimensions should I expect with this board?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wonderjune fume board is primarily constructed from wood with a felt base and a black corrugated plastic top. The finished dimensions are about 20.08 x 16.14 x 1.18 inches (51 x 41 x 3 cm), fitting 10-frame hives and built to withstand seasonal use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrimary materials: wood frame, felt absorption layer, corrugated plastic top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize suitable for 10-frame universal hive setups (51 x 41 x 3 cm).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoined with glue and nails for long-term reliability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I use and maintain the solar fume board safely?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoat only the felt surface with the recommended treatment, avoid over-saturating, and place the board properly on the top super. After use, clean or replace the felt as needed and store the board dry to prevent warping or mold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow label directions on any treatment you use; do not apply directly to bees or brood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplace or refresh felt when absorption declines or contamination appears.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore flat in a cool, dry place to preserve glue and wood integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho this product is for: The Wonderjune 10-frame solar fume board is intended for hobbyist and small-scale beekeepers who want a low-tech, portable method to encourage bees to leave the honey super during harvest. It suits operators using conventional 10-frame hives who prefer passive, sun-driven tools and value durable construction that lasts through repeated seasons. If you need an uncomplicated extraction aid that fits standard equipment and doesn’t require power, this board is a practical addition to your beekeeping toolkit.\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: Will this fit my 10-frame hive?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes — the board measures about 51 x 41 x 3 cm and is designed to suit standard 10-frame hives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Do I need power to use the fume board?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No — it operates passively using sunlight to heat the corrugated top and disperse the applied treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Wonderjune","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56829960487252,"sku":"B0GR4SP4KX","price":79.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/2652\/4244\/files\/wonderjune-front-view-classic-solar-fume-board.jpg?v=1786999779","url":"https:\/\/gardenluxe.co.uk\/products\/wonderjune-10-frame-solar-fume-board-for-beekeeping-classic-black-corrugated-top-wood-felt-durable","provider":"Gardenluxe Uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}