One Board Build - How to build a beehive stand with one board in 30 minutes for only $8.00

[@marktechsci]

To use a 2x6x8 for a 10 Frame: 2 x 16.5 for short sides 2 x 17.25 for long sides 2 x 14.25 for legs If you setup stops on a chip saw you can make multiples much easier. I did 3 at a time so made the 6 x short cuts, the. Setup the stop for the 6 longer cuts etc. To use a table saw for the legs get one good cut, then use one leg against the fence. Once you have the right distance you can just run them all through.

[@BugFarmerBees]

Thanks. I will pin this comment to help out the folks with 10 frame boxes.

[@nextgreenlife]

Also a quick tip on those 2” measurements for the legs - standard carpenter squares are 2” wide on the fat arm and 1.5” wide on the skinny arm. Skip the tape if you’re using a square to line mark anyway.

[@jdeuce111806]

@@BugFarmerBees The 17.25" in the modified 10 frame above (smaller) versus the 18" from your video for the 8 frame works out ok? Being shallower wont make a difference? Sorry my first build of a stand. The 16.25 in the modified versus your 15.5 makes it wider to accommodate the 10 frame?

[@michaelshelnutt3534]

Don’t you need 4 legs?

[@marktechsci]

@@michaelshelnutt3534 You cut them in half as he shows to make 4 legs. 🙂 I was just giving the lengths that you make your crosscuts in the 2x6.

[@ncstryder3311]

Thanks for the video. I built two of these this morning and they came out great. Very sturdy and fit the bee boxes perfectly. This will be my first year as a beekeeper and I appreciate all the great information.

[@BugFarmerBees]

Excellent. I am glad they worked out for you. Cheaper than buying one :-)

[@andyseverance1519]

I just built two of these with scrap wood I had laying around. Thank you so much for the idea!

[@BugFarmerBees]

You are welcome. No need to pay 30.00 and shipping when they can be built for 6 bucks :-)

[@ew5675]

Glad I found how to build the hive stand...great video!

[@BugFarmerBees]

I am happy I could help. It is a money saver for sure :-)

[@johnbevil7056]

Bought two treated boards yesterday ($9 ea. at Home Depot) and built two of these stands in my garage yesterday. Worked perfectly. I'm ramping up as a newbie to get started beekeeping soon as possible and this was my first step. Great stand plans - thanks.

[@BugFarmerBees]

Excellent. The cheapest way I have found to make stands. They are pretty rugged as well. The first ones I ever built are still in service.

[@deanabossio3091]

I made this last night and put my hive on it today! Thank you so much! And thankful for the 10-frame measurements! I am going to make one more for when I get my second colony the end of April. So easy to make! I used my freezer in the garage as my table, ha ha. And I still have all ten fingers. Just love this!!!

[@BugFarmerBees]

Excellent !!! They really are great stands. I will be making a few more this year.

[@deanabossio3091]

I've made 4 of these! Thank you so much!

[@BugFarmerBees]

You are welcome. It is a cheap and effective stand. I was just tiered of paying 65.00 + 25.00 shipping for the same stand from BetterBee when it can be built easily for about 8.00.

[@lavenderbridges]

I will be using this build to support veterans! This will be GREAT!

[@BugFarmerBees]

Excellent. Send me pictures of the builds and information about the charity/organization. I will happily feature on my channel.

[@lavenderbridges]

@@BugFarmerBees Thanks! I will! And, for clarification and transparency … it is a mission driven/for profit business with the profit supporting the mission of supporting veterans with beekeeping. I will be in touch!

[@KenBlackRifleAmerica]

Awesome build my friend! Always nice when you can save some serious cash and have a great project on a rainy day! Take care and always 🐝 Happy! 👍😁

[@BugFarmerBees]

Thanks Ken. I am glad you liked it. I have finally caught up on your poems and I can't wait for the next one. Thanks for stopping by and yes, I will Bee Happy! :-)

[@txbirdman01]

Ha ha, beer in the background as he's talking about shop safety. Nice touch! Lol!

[@BugFarmerBees]

Like I said in the video: I'm not the safest guy in the shop so don't do as I do. Follow shop safety guidelines. :-). Thanks for stopping in Mike.

[@prestonsmedley4622]

I built one of these stands yesterday using skid lumber just to see if I liked them. They are the best ones I have found for the money they will cost you. I am buying treated lumber and making them for my three hives.

[@BugFarmerBees]

Excellent. They are cheap, sturdy, and get the job done. I am so happy it worked out for you. Take care Preston.

[@AndroidFish]

Built 4 of these and moved off the fixed place bars I had. These are awesome and get me more space around each hive.

[@BugFarmerBees]

Excellent. It is a pretty quick, easy, and cheap build. Thanks for taking the time to stop in to let me know. Take care.

[@CollectingWorldUK]

Really interesting build. Always great to make you own. Can't wait for your next video. Thank you, always use a push stick for table saw. Lol. I was a welding technician for many years, safely is always first. I must admit, you was a top candidate for what not to do. Love your channel and content very hooked on what you do. 😀😀👍🙏

[@BugFarmerBees]

I know I am not the safest person in the shop but unfortunately I am set in my ways after all these years. i just have to hope my luck doesn't run out. :-) Thanks for watching. I really appreciate you.

[@MidMichReppin]

Dude, you’re a legend. Thanks for the video

[@BugFarmerBees]

I am glad you found it usable. These stands are stout and will last for a long time. El-cheapo 8.00 hive stand that will last longer than the hive :-) woot woot!

[@SherwoodWebb-rg5ev]

Thanks for the advice!! Built 2 this morning!!

[@BugFarmerBees]

Excellent. I just ordered some wood to build quite a few more for an upcoming project. They are quick and easy. :-)

[@tomcrynock37]

Enjoy the girls. Great video. I have my list of winter projects I added this to it.

[@BugFarmerBees]

Thanks again for the bees. They are all doing well. I will post a video soon.

[@ZelmaBees]

Having the right tools is more than 50% of the job. My tools consist of a phillips/flathead screwdriver and a hammer, but I enjoyed the video to see how easily it can be done.

[@BugFarmerBees]

Thanks. I always look for ways to do everything on the cheap. I also a compulsive tinkerer. have you seen this one yet? kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6Wyp32rhaeDhNU :-)

[@CastleHives]

Seems straight forward and an easy build.

[@BugFarmerBees]

It's a very easy build. if you put the legs on the other side like I did the first time (and edited out) it will work with a 10 frame hive. Thanks for watching I really appreciate you..

[@ECP]

Love your intro Great Hive Stand

[@BugFarmerBees]

Thank you. It's just me trying to save a buck! :-) Thanks for stopping in to have a look. I really appreciate you.

[@SilverPocket]

Great build buddy. Always good to save some money and build it yourself. Thanks for sharing.

[@BugFarmerBees]

Saving money is always a good thing. :-). Thanks for watching.

[@RandWFarmstead-TonyWalsh]

Ken Allen Dronesfield sent new over so you have a new friend here. I’m also from Georgia. Take care and have a blessed day.

[@BugFarmerBees]

Thank you so much for stopping by. I really appreciate you sharing your time with me. Ken is awesome!

[@patriotsmom3615]

Awesome ,Bug Farmer im learning more every time I watch your Videos, Bee- 🐝 Happy.

[@BugFarmerBees]

Yippee! I am glad you like the channel. Thanks for stopping in to have a look and dropping a comment. I appreciate you. Have a great day!

[@lavenderbridges]

Looks super easy!

[@BugFarmerBees]

It is very easy and the stands are solid.

[@mitchellcampbell3521]

Nice that was easy to build. Thanks

[@BugFarmerBees]

I'm glad it worked out for you. It's a great money saver.

[@NKYHoneyBees]

Thanks, brother. Need to build about 10 of these now, hahha

[@BugFarmerBees]

They work well and are easy and cheap.

[@patriotsmom3615]

Awesome , Enjoyed Watching looks Good.

[@BugFarmerBees]

Thank you for stopping by. I appreciate you.

[@karenbuzzell]

Thank you so much! Super helpful!!!

[@BugFarmerBees]

I am happy you found it useful. I am about to build 20 of them ;-)

[@daniellecrandall5461]

Great video!

[@BugFarmerBees]

Iam happy you liked it. These are cheap, easy, and rugged stands.

[@vinofarm]

Way to save to money! But don’t you know, you’re supposed to build and shoot TWO and then you can edit out the mistakes. (And then you have two stands.) I can’t wait to finish my barn so I can walk into a shop like that and just slap stuff together. I’m tired of building wooden ware in the front yard!

[@BugFarmerBees]

You may be on to something here. :-) . I dream of having 10 acres and a barn. You are living the dream my friend. Thanks for stopping in. I really appreciate your time. Have a great day.

[@MissCanadian]

Awesome build thanks for sharing

[@BugFarmerBees]

Thanks MCS. i appreciate you stopping by. I will try to catch your live this weekend.

[@brendanwhite3731]

Hi that was a very simple beehive stand but could one use wooden dowle through the lenght to hold the frame together you can bye long dowl lenghts as well may be a 1to2 dollers or buck you say in us. For me its euros but there again good recycle timber is handy. Hi from Ireland

[@BugFarmerBees]

But then it would be a ONE BOARD AND ONE DOWEL build :-). Great suggestion. Thank you.

[@edm719]

Thanks so much for your help great video !!!!

[@BugFarmerBees]

I am happy you enjoyed it. I hope the sand works well for you. Take care.

[@jimhenry5072]

I like this idea, going to build 10 of these, appreciate you sharing this. Why bother with the angle on the legs, does this have a purpose other than ascetics? Seems like it would just be easier to run a cut right down the middle of the board.

[@BugFarmerBees]

It does ad a bit of stability to the stand but straight legs will work just as well. I have several of these in use and they have never failed me. Use cedar or pressure treated wood if you have it. Thanks for stopping in to have a look and for taking the time to comment. Take care.

[@Silverholic]

Even if it's treated, I would probably paint it to protect it even more. Great video as always!

[@BugFarmerBees]

Thanks. I usually put Man-O-War spar varnish on all of my wood wear but I needed a hive stand in a bad way. I already had the bees and they needed a home. :-)

[@strugglingbeekeepermarkcot9642]

Great video and the stand looks awesome

[@BugFarmerBees]

Thanks Mark. It's not bad for about 8 dollars. Wood ware is so expensive to ship. Thanks for watching. I really appreciate your time.

[@torenielsen4541]

This was very helpful. 2 of these will appear in Australia shortly. Q, will the hive slide of the stand? Do you secure the hive to the stand?

[@BugFarmerBees]

No. The hives are not secured to the stand and they will not slide out. :-) I would be interested in seeing and sharing your result. Send pictures, my email address is on the "About" page of this channel..Thanks fro watching

[@bradgoliphant]

wow, I so wish I had a shop. I miss building.

[@BugFarmerBees]

Having a shop does make it easier to save a few bucks.

[@wayne-oo]

Well done

[@BugFarmerBees]

Thanks Wayne-O. I appreciate you taking time to leave a comment. Take care.

[@edm719]

great job love it !!!!!!!

[@BugFarmerBees]

Thanks. It is a quick build and a reliable stand. :-)

[@Hotzrod]

Awesome stuff!! Love your channel. Going to build one today but need to know height of hive from ground. I have skunks and need approx 18”. Thanks!!

[@BugFarmerBees]

The height is completely up to you. This build should work with 18" legs.

[@BlanchardsBees]

Ouch I bet that hurt! Trying to take a smidge off your finger eh? Another great project! Ima have to pick me up a 2x now with my 1xs and try this.

[@BugFarmerBees]

Yes, a belt, a pulley, and a running motor is not the friend of any finger. I had a complete lapse of judgement and did something stupid. I could have lost my digit. I was SOOOOOO lucky. If you build one post it so we can have a look. Have a great day and thanks for stopping in to have a look.

[@CastleHives]

I think I'm going to convert each of my hives onto stands like this.

[@BugFarmerBees]

They are easy, cheap, and sturdy. I know they will work well for you.

[@CastleHives]

@@BugFarmerBees Yeah. My stand now is just to big, and I can't walk around them.

[@neelcyr9714]

I'm ging to be making three stands based on your construction. Difference is I'm using 8 frame hives not 10's. Would it be correct to shorten the 15-1/2" boards to 14-12" for a better fit?

[@BugFarmerBees]

The frames in this video were built for 8 frame hives.

[@neelcyr9714]

@@BugFarmerBees All the better, thanks

[@heavymechanic2]

I saw these at BetterBee and know what you said about the cost. Any hive stand is expensive, even plastic. I use 12 inch block because its cheeep to set up. I'm real pleased with your instructions any DIY can follow w/o breaking the bank. Do you leave an inch of space for the hive width? Mine are ten frame and I saw the pinned dimensions.

[@BugFarmerBees]

I do have an inch of space around my 8 frame hives. The Better bee stands are expensive and cost a ton to ship. It's very easy to build these with just a few cuts and a few screws. I like doing everything on the cheap if I can. :-)

[@markd.lavallee9402]

What about drainage for the bottom board? Would you not make the rear legs slightly taller?

[@BugFarmerBees]

I never thought about that. I just set it on level ground. I guess you could modify it if you wanted too.

[@Amethyst1919]

Ah... The sound of a radial arm saw... Eeek... Dad had one back in the day... Glad I went table saw... Lol

[@BugFarmerBees]

I know right. It's not very common in shops anymore but I always seem to find a use for it. :-)

[@johnm.muller6051]

Good video, however, at the end you did not mention how much depth of legs from ground to bottom of first stringer or the distance above the last stringer as a gauge to keep the hive from sliding off. The top looks like an inch, either reference would give the answer to both above mentioned questions.

[@BugFarmerBees]

Hi John. Both of your questions are answered at the 6:38 minute mark. Basically the measurement is the height of one of the boards. Just stack them up and glue and screw. I hope this helps. Thanks or stopping in to have a look. Take care.

[@Bayoucdl]

how do you adapt this for the Bee Barn? I'm building mine soon and a stand would be helpful since I don't have a way to make the ant moats.

[@BugFarmerBees]

When you build the bee barn just don't cut the legs in half and you should be good. If you want to use this stand you will just have to enlarge it so it will fit a Langstroth plus the added width from the insulation and the cladding. I am currently filming a bee barn build that will show everyone step by step how I build my version. The only problem is I don't know when it will be done. Thanks for stopping in Rosa, I appreciate you taking time to comment. Take care.

[@phillipduncan2497]

Is this for a 10 frame or an 8 frame hive?

[@BugFarmerBees]

I built it for my 8 frame hive but the concept is the same for a 10 frame setup.

[@margaretmarion2150]

Will this work for 8 frame hives as well?

[@BugFarmerBees]

You're in luck. That build is specifically for 8 frame hives.

[@donaldmccann3217]

When you put the legs on dose the cut part go to the outside or inside when you put them on

[@BugFarmerBees]

Thanks Donald. I appreciate the tip.

[@donaldmccann3217]

@@BugFarmerBees nah I was asking which way the legs Straight edge or cut is inside or outside I just built one I think I figured it out that’s why I was asking

[@BugFarmerBees]

@@donaldmccann3217 Sorry for the misunderstanding. I hope the hive stand works well for you.

[@donaldmccann3217]

@@BugFarmerBees it’s cool and thanks and thanks for sharing because it made me build one lol

[@markd.lavallee9402]

You s should tell people what you set the saw measurement to, for the rip

[@BugFarmerBees]

You are correct. 3"

[@harrymclarry3065]

Great video, what stand do you use for your Flow Hive? I just purchased the hybrid model and wondering what to do.

[@BugFarmerBees]

Well, I have two flow hives. On one of them I use the stand that came with the flowhive. I built the second flowhive and made a stand out of a medium super that works just like the stand that comes with the flow hive 2. You can see how to make it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qoHHfaKgq9SYj9U I hope this helps. Thanks for stopping in to have a look at my videos. I hope to see you in future comments. Take care.

[@harrymclarry3065]

@@BugFarmerBees Thank you so much, greatly appreciated!

[@katerinataylor7228]

How much did the power tools cost though ;) (It's great when you already have those for other stuff)

[@BugFarmerBees]

I don't know. I have acquired them throughout my life. I can say one can accomplish a lot with a table aw, a chop saw, a drill, and a jig saw. :-)

[@pegp8590]

Does your stand fit 8 frame or 10 frame hives?

[@BugFarmerBees]

If you are using 10 frame gear you will have to make it a couple inches wider. The construction and the concept are the same. In the video I am releasing this Friday look at the stand my resource hive is sitting on. That is the 10 frame version.

[@CentralKyBees]

I actually decided to do this cut my board and then remembered you run 8 frame hives, mine are 10....🤣

[@BugFarmerBees]

Ooops. You can still build it you just need to change up the measurements. It's still a quick and dirty reliable stand for just a couple of bucks. I hope you get a couple built. Take care,

[@Silverholic]

If you want to learn how to remove the fan noise from your recording, I will be happy to help you. Just send me an email on my youtube channel (about tab) and we can talk over skype.

[@BugFarmerBees]

Thank you. I may reach out when I get a moment. I have use Audition in the past but I always end up with a tinny sounding track when I am done. Thanks for watching.

[@mikeries8549]

Cute but if it ever rains a leg can sink. My solution is more permanent. Build a concrete pad 2'x2'. Use 2x4 forms and I think it takes two bags of quick concrete. Use a level to set the forms. Nothing fancy just tilt a bit to the front. When it's hard take two concrete blocks...you know. Eight inches off the ground is perfect. You can spray the concrete for ants. Treat around the pad with permethrin to kill hive beetles. It works for me but I'm a Yankee in Illinoiz. 😆

[@BugFarmerBees]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3nMfqypfdSYg7M :-)

[@markd.lavallee9402]

You also neglected to tell people that this is for an 8 farm and not a 10 frame

[@BugFarmerBees]

That is for an 8 frame, not a ten frame. You will need to adjust your width measurements for a ten frame.

[@Barbara-jk5ni]

You lost me at 'dont do as I do, do as I say '.

[@BugFarmerBees]

I guess that is better than you losing your fingers by doing something unsafe I do in a video. Thanks for watching and for taking time to leave a comment. Your time is appreciated. Take care.

[@RobGraham048]

this is an awesome video. Great find for me as I am about to start my own hives. Just ordered my bees. These stands will come in handy.

[@BugFarmerBees]

They have done a great job for me so far. Make sure to use pressure treated wood. :-)