How I Build My National Beehive Brood Boxes From Ply

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Over the last few years, I have been using exterior grade plywood for my brood boxes and been having fantastic results with longevity.
Today I will show you how I build my national beehive brood boxes from ply. Join me in this step by step guide on how to make the cheapest brood boxes.
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[@simplifygardening]

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[@shanehamilton95]

What mm plywood is it.

[@TheDecoyBoys]

Hi great video do you make your own hive frames aswell ??

[@bryanahaya3628]

This was great, been searching for "backyard beehives for sale" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Have you heard people talk about - Tiyia Beehive Basophilic - (search on google ) ? Ive heard some extraordinary things about it and my m8 got cool success with it.

[@meehan302]

Thank you , Tony for that great information about using Ply.

[@simplifygardening]

Patrick its a great product for outside building

[@nathancooper9391]

Great presentation and info. Thanks!

[@simplifygardening]

Glad it was of interest Nathan

[@MuddyBootz]

Hi mate, a good in depth demo. Having the right tools helps 👍🏻. I got a table and chop saw like yours. I like the router table with the feather boards. Nice neat job. Don’t envy you painting them all, can’t you bribe the kids 😄😄😄👍🏻

[@simplifygardening]

lol im going to spray them matey much quicker but for now need to just get them finished

[@d-ameir622]

Thank you for this methodical hive building instruction! very helpful information i have pine hive but i think i will make it plywood after having seen how you did it especially if it last over 5years Very much appreciated!

[@simplifygardening]

Glad it was of interest

[@growandtell160]

I've always enjoyed watching your instruction videos, funnily enough it was your heated bench one that got me subbed to you. Take care. Alex

[@simplifygardening]

That is great, Thanks for that and we will be making more, Really appreciate the comments :)

[@wendyrowland7787]

I love your efficiency and proficiency. If I had a well set up workshop like yours, I might still be making things. I find all your bee videos very interesting.

[@simplifygardening]

I am glad Wendy, I was thinking that my gardening subs didnt want to see them. However, Its part of my gardening hobby and related

[@wendyrowland7787]

It is just that some people only have a narrow interest spectrum which is a shame. As a family we can tackle all sorts of projects because we are interested and have a go. I enjoy learning about subjects beyond my own experience, especially to do with the natural world.

[@simplifygardening]

Perfect, stay tuned as i will be breeding and all sorts this year

[@willscarlet3620]

Thanks for all the dimensions, sizes & thickness of ply very helpful

[@stefanoconnor6982]

I was thinking that too 😁😁

[@lauraferguson2494]

Hello Congratulations a fantastic channel , this is probably one of them best and videos on how to build a basic national! I'm planning on building some for my self. But I was wondering if you would mind sharing with me the dimentions/cutting list for the timber? Many thanks.

[@jonathanpearson2984]

Great stuff. I do the same thing. Using marine / external ply for the sides and fsc pine for the runners. I then coat the inside with an environmentally and insect friendly oil. I then treat the outside with an insect friendly water based wood stain. Thanks for sharing this.

[@simplifygardening]

Cheers Jonathan. Be great to see how this year goes for us Beeks

[@ericaslittlewelshgarden]

Really enjoyed this video. Very informative!

[@simplifygardening]

Hi Erica, Appreciate the comments. Are you interested in keeping bees?

[@ericaslittlewelshgarden]

UK Here We Grow I went on a beekeeping taster day yesterday with my local beekeeping association.. Totally LOVED it!! I have half an acre of woodland so I'm really keen to start next year. I'm visiting them again next Sunday to go through the hives as it was raining so much yesterday. It is so fascinating.

[@simplifygardening]

Oh wait until you get right into it. I started with one hive to pollinate my garden. Im now sitting at 20 and looking to expand more next year

[@IanCurrie-gw7tf]

Thanks for the really useful and clear video. Only thing is, I can't find any note of all the dimensions, sizes & thickness. Have I missed them somewhere?

[@BrooklandsHoneyBees]

Hi, thanks for this, been bee keeping for 2 seasons now going into my 3rd. Looking now at making my own hives to try and save on money. Think I will be using your method but really like using the metal rails with the frames and slightly bigger as I use 14x12. Thanks again :)

[@simplifygardening]

Andy the good thing about making your own is you can decide whatever size you need

[@jasonduffee6983]

Great tutorial video, It would be nice to see a few more to build the whole hive and perhaps a plan to down load dimensions from as this seems to be the best and easiest build I’ve seen

[@simplifygardening]

That's the plan! Jason. but not on this channel. I aim to start a new channel just for beekeeping and the whole hive plans will be available when I can get them sorted

[@davidweale9621]

@@simplifygardening Hi, have you started the bee channel?

[@davidweale9621]

​@@simplifygardening hi, are the plans available yet. All the best.

[@williamj.stilianessis1851]

I really like your design and the build. I do believe though that I am going to modify the dimensions for Langstroth frames as they are far more common here in the States and I already have a shop full of them. I do genuinely like the look of the outside though. Gives the hives a much more dressed appearance than making them appear like I filing cabinet sitting out in a field.

[@RiverPlaid]

🌼🌼Tony thank you for that instruction, thanks again 🌼🌼

[@simplifygardening]

Glad it was of interest Denise :)

[@tracyvernon2426]

Really good set up,I would love to see more woodwork/construction videos and the finishing off process.You have a lot of patience there Tony. I made a birdtable out of a large wooden tray a friend gave me and even felted the roof and that took me quite some time!

[@simplifygardening]

Funny enough Tracy I thought about making some more bird boxes out of the offcuts of this ply, eventually, i will do this I am always building some sort of project and I have a load of other beekeeping equipment to make too. so plenty on the way. Are you enjoying the videos? Anything else you would like to see?

[@tracyvernon2426]

I made a robin box out of an old pallet and its on the apple tree at the allotment.I love the videos! I like that contraption you made for removing the bees from houses,brilliant idea!Just carry on as normal, Its all interesting as I'm sure a lot of other youtubers would agree. :)

[@azkamadu9754]

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[@PopleBackyardFarm]

enjoyed this

[@simplifygardening]

Thanks glad it was of interest to you :)

[@cnmagic]

Very useful video. Thank you

[@simplifygardening]

Hi Chris. Glad it was of interest to you

[@simplifygardening]

Chris is you have a screwfix near you there is a water sealer they sell part of their no frill range and its great for wood and can waterproof it after you painted it or stained it

[@MohammedAslamtit-bitsoflife]

I very much appreciate your work. The way of explaining its all amazing. I have subscribed to your channel and hope to get more information. Bye 👊👍🌺🏵️💐🌷🌹💯💯💯👍👍👍

[@simplifygardening]

Thanks and welcome

[@8rettb]

Nice work Tony. You’ll have a few 100,000 bees in those hives!

[@simplifygardening]

Yes now need to go do some splits and catch more swarms to fill them all lol

[@gandonioalvarez2658]

Cool video😇

[@simplifygardening]

Thanks glad you enjoyed it sorry for the late reply :)

[@ricardodominguez3785]

Great !

[@mangeraalbert7982]

Appreciate it,

[@Tracys_Little_Patch_of_Dirt]

Nice neat boxes. So many too.

[@simplifygardening]

Yeah need to make another 30 this winter, They are great boxes for keeping bees

[@Tracys_Little_Patch_of_Dirt]

@@simplifygardening heck do you ever find time to squeeze a pint in with the lads lol.

[@simplifygardening]

@@Tracys_Little_Patch_of_Dirt No Tracy. This is my passion and i love doing it. If I am not making video I am planning videos, writing blogs or designing courses atm

[@Tracys_Little_Patch_of_Dirt]

@@simplifygardening a long as it's keeping you outta trouble lol. I'm looking forward to your bee course. My local place I've not herd back from was hoping to do a course locally maybe my disabilities puts them off. It's not putting me off I'm a tough old bird despite osteoarthritis I'm determined to do it. Tell me I can't I'll prove ya wrong lol.

[@simplifygardening]

@@Tracys_Little_Patch_of_Dirt Thats a great attitude Tracy, There will be all sorts of hives included in the course and top bar would be perfect for you

[@marklunny9662]

Hi, just found your video and channel. Looking forward to watching your bee adventures o we the next few weeks. I'm looking to build my own and found your video really helpful. I've emailed you to request a copy of the plans and wanted to say thanks.

[@simplifygardening]

Welcome aboard!

[@shawnclements5911]

Thanks you. Really great video. Two question, whats the dimension of the timber? (38x63mm or 45x70mm) and what is the distance the smaller sides are recessed into the larger sides? Many thanks

[@roycarter6235]

Hello from the Blue Mountains in Australia. We traditionally use pine over here. At first I was sceptical about the design but, with a little patience on my part , I ignored the fact that you did not have a blade guard, that you did not wear hearing protection ( I'm very deaf ), and, I acknowledge that you are skilled and precise. Not sure if no blade guard for someone less skilled is a good idea. Could be fingers everywhere. I'm a builder/ carpenter who has seen too many serious injuries. Thank you for an excellent video I have subscribed. Please wear hearing protection. I will be using your design for my two frame and five frame Nucs. Thanks again Roy

[@simplifygardening]

Hi Roy. I use a lot of sleds on the tablesaw so a blade guard cannot be used then. But also It is my personal view that It is better to see the blade while you are pushing the work through and providing you are using good techniques you should never be close enough to cause any issues. However people who are new to saws should always use them

[@PEGuyMadison]

Nice... I do a lot of wood working projects, one tip I have is pre-painting plywood with a roller will save you a lot of time and better coverage, you can touch up any issues after the build is complete. Also.. with all those pine dimensional lumber cuts.. do the angle cuts up front rather than pushing individual pieces through.. every cut on the table saw has risk. But I will try your method!

[@simplifygardening]

Thats a great Tip Guy. Will remember that before i make the next lot. always good when other had over golden nuggets :)

[@PEGuyMadison]

I place the plywood on stands and pour the paint directly on the plywood and roll... no need for a paint pan. :)

[@simplifygardening]

I will be doing that next time for a test, thanks

[@50shadesofgreen]

excellent job Tony !! they look superb

[@simplifygardening]

Thanks for that, I just need to get them painted and start on another batch before spring kicks in. I need to make some double nuc boxes next

[@AmberGoldHoneyNorfolk]

Super

[@TheStuartYork]

I really enjoyed your build. The jig is a genius idea. (Foregive me for stealing it!)

[@simplifygardening]

Glad you like it!

[@1290mick]

Great video 👌🏻 looking to build my own hive, by any chance do you have a cutting list?

[@simplifygardening]

email me and I will send you the plans

[@josephinebaker3729]

Hi thanks for the video! I was just wonsering, what thickness is the ply? I'm just trying to make some swarm bait boxes and i'm trying to do some figuring out about the bee space and hanging the frames etc.. I have 1/2 inch ply. Thanks again. Dominic (west of Ireland)

[@simplifygardening]

for these boxes i used 18mm ply

[@paulplumb1648]

Outstanding video thanks. Very clearly explained. I have finally found my first hive :) Is there any chance I could please get a copy of the plans? It would save many trees. Subscribed.

[@simplifygardening]

Yes, absolutely you need to send me an email to [e-mail]

[@TomsProductReviews]

@@simplifygardening would you mind if i sent an email also

[@Shirleymikejohn79]

Really pleased that I have found this. I have been working on engaging my local community in both beekeeping and gardening. This has been such a success that I now have to work out how to find a cost effective way of putting hives in three schools, one church and a number of other pieces of land. As you can guess, this could cost an arm and a leg so I really need to make my own hive boxes. Many of the ones that I have seen have difficult joints but yours looks a lot more straight forward. Thank you very much. Is it possible to get your measurements etc, please? The other question I have is (just in case I fail miserably), do you sell the boxes?

[@simplifygardening]

Hey, if you send me an email to [e-mail] and state you want measurements, i will send you the plans I use for the entire hive. Tony

[@roystheboy]

@@simplifygardening i would like the plans as well please if posible

[@simplifygardening]

@@roystheboy you need to send me an email. [e-mail]

[@ajaxharg]

Nice build. It's got me thinking of some jigs as well. I was curious. Using the deep as a honey box, it must weigh a lot when full. Do you lift the whole thing off or take some frames out first?

[@simplifygardening]

Yes it does. I built a trolley that holds deeps and transfer the frames

[@briannewton3535]

Awesome build. I'm a woodworker (Sheffield), and have been asked if I could make some hives. They are happy with either Langstroth or National. As I have never even seen a hive before, never mind made one, your video makes it clear how to build the National. I have to say that I prefer the National, as it seems a stronger build (when using butt joints). My contact says "...but the issue I have is that without proper dove tail joints they tend to fall apart after a season." I use glue a fair bit in my builds (indoor and out) and was wondering if there was a reason why you don't use glue (if any), as with that construction technique along with screws and glue (PVA), I suspect I could get a strong hive that should last a few years, especially if the hives could be varnished or painted. If painting/varnishing, is there anything that should be avoided? As I have said, I'm not a beekeeper, so utterly clueless on that front. I'm going to email you with a request for plans (sizes), (as you replied to another poster that you were happy to supply them), though I suspect I will need to build to the sizes of my contacts inserts (whatever they may be called) Are there any stresses on the hive that I need to be aware of? For example removing honey, or inspecting stuff? Potential changes:- > I do have a router table (I used to have one identical to yours) though, to cut the rebates on the top rails I will simply use the table saw with a higher fence (to allow up ending of the panel) to cut, using two saw cuts to remove the corner edge, as this will be a lot quicker. > If you screw the router table to your bench or use F/G clamps on the feet, that will stop your touter table 'walking' along your bench. > If cutting timber (ply isn't normally a problem) I would recommend put a riving knife behind your table saw blade (kickback safety). I had a guard affixed to my riving knife on my DeWalt table saw. I cut off the riving knife to a height just below the top of the saw blade (to allow 'blind' cutting of slots or dados , because like you, I like to see my blade. It works a treat. > I may consider a shallow rebate (dado) on the butt joint to help prevent splitting (spreading along laminations) of the ply when screwing the box build together, tho seems you were okay on your build (I like the 3.5mm Reiser cutter screws for screwing into end grain 18mm ply). To cut the angled timber I will buy wider timber and effectively cut two pieces (each having the same angle) in one cut, giving less waste. Again, I loved the build and method for 'an extra pair of hands' I will email you soon. Cheers.

[@simplifygardening]

these are brilliant and bees love them

[@kevingay1291]

Hi tony , I’ve just came across this , awesome job mate , could I get a copy of the plans to give them a go ? Thanks

[@simplifygardening]

You need to email me so i can send it [e-mail]

[@adrianmorris1]

Can you give measurements of all pieces of timber used?

[@mauricewoolnough3952]

Do you have a cutting list available 🙃

[@niallfm4409]

Brilliant video! If you're looking to save on making hives you might want to consider commercial hive bodies (just less materials to make them)

[@simplifygardening]

Will have to look into commercial hives to see how they are made, do they still use bs frames

[@niallfm4409]

UK Here We Grow They use a different frame to nationals but they're still standardised

[@simplifygardening]

yeah a little deeper right?

[@niallfm4409]

UK Here We Grow Yep, and slightly wider, but the same footprint as a national so they can be used together

[@peterrat100]

Thanks, Tony. Another great video. I've searched the Facebook page but I cannot find the dimensions for the box sides. Could you tell me them please? Sorry if I've missed the obvious.Steve

[@simplifygardening]

Yes Steve I will get them from the shed tomorrow and place them here for you

[@davidburtenshaw3056]

Good video seems simple enough and would save a few quid are there any dimensions for these and supers available please.

[@simplifygardening]

David if you email me at [e-mail] I will send you the plans I use

[@aiadal-hussein4640]

Thanks for the instructive video If I search for plywood I get construction plywood or marine plywood So if I go to B&Q or Wickes What type of plywood should I request And could you please put measurements that you cut the plywood too Many thanks

[@simplifygardening]

Just look for exteria grade plywood

[@m3phster]

Hi, Thanks for the video - I can use a few of your tips to improve the nuc boxes I make. One question: The bottom edge of your hive has a very wide flat surface. Normally the inset piece of ply would stop a bee-space from the bottom and there would be a similar rabbet cut in the bottom of the angled piece. Without this I imagine there's much more chance of crushing bees when you stack brood boxes for combining etc - do you find this a problem?

[@simplifygardening]

No mike its never an issue as i always put my supers on at a 45 degree angle to the brood then twist, this allows the bees plenty of time to move

[@briannewton3535]

@@simplifygardening Ahh, I live and learn. If I follow this enough, I may decide to keep bees... if I ever find time.

[@denniscampbell54]

Great video Tony. I would like to try and make my own after watching. Do you have the dimensions of the boards that make up the four sides? Many thanks.

[@simplifygardening]

Hi Dennis. Have I given you these already on our FB page?

[@seanjackson2767]

UK Here We Grow fab page

[@MrShaneb1975]

Hi Tony loved the video I am really looking forward to getting my gcse woodworking funk on and making a new hive using your method, I have emailed you yesterday and understand your probably really busy, but thought it would be worth checking on here if your still able to send over the plans? thanks shane

[@simplifygardening]

Hey Have I sent them yet? If not I dont seem to have had an email but im sending them out so much Im not sure. I have sent to everyone requested that i have seen. send me an email again if not

[@MrShaneb1975]

@@simplifygardening just sent again email [e-mail] cheers

[@user-oo4oo8sf5t]

Do you have a cut list please as im new to bee keeping and want to keep costs low so will give building my own a go

[@clubcompost]

Was about to ask the exact same.

[@simplifygardening]

email me ill send the plans i use

[@SimonPlatten]

Do you have any video on how you made your table saw ?

[@simplifygardening]

no sorry

[@kevinbourke9570]

Great method here. I'm in the process of expanding and would love to build my own boxes. How can i reach you to get the plans for this?

[@simplifygardening]

Email me [e-mail]

[@josephcroft4268]

what filler do you use to cover the screws , or do you leave them showing

[@mrb8721]

Very good video. What are the dimensions of the plywood. And what about the jig. Any chance of dimensions

[@simplifygardening]

Craig send me an email and I will send you the plans. [e-mail]

[@edlenny9944]

any measurements available for creating these? would love to know the dimensions to have a go

[@harrybroad5592]

Hi Tony, fantastic video very impressed! Like others would it be possible to get the plans? I’ve tried emailing you but for some reason the email kept bouncing back!

[@philiplogan6416]

Hi great video. Just wondering is there any benefit to adding wood glue to the joints or do the bees not like it. Thanks.

[@simplifygardening]

No need

[@NORTHWESTHONEYBEES]

Hi. Do you have any plans and dimensions for the hives. Thanks

[@harstringer]

Hi, thanks for the instructional video. How do you weatherproof the plywood? The plywood boxes I made are starting to suffer from delamination of the plywood after several years of service. Nice tablesaw and router, that makes working a lot easier! :-)

[@simplifygardening]

I paint them with masonry paint this is very durable, use the smooth variety and it last for ages every cpl years rotate the box out of the hive, sand it back and repaint

[@m3phster]

Use wbp ply and seal the exposed edges with waterproof pva

[@richie73]

@@simplifygardening the only thing you missed in this video is the sizes of the pieces for us complete newbies

[@shortchanged.]

Sand in like glass all the edges then use a heart coat of outdoor paint. Guessing that will double the life?! I'm soon to fund out for myself ,heard average life expectancy is three to 4 yrs. With plywood

[@shortchanged.]

@@richie73 believe being a newbie also id is 20x17

[@kiskosid]

Great instructional video. Could have been improved by giving dimension information and details of paint safe for bees. Also I noted that you did not fit any rails and there was no rebate at the bottom of the box as there is on a National. Really enjoyed watching your video but thought I would mention improvements you could make if you decide to remake it.

[@simplifygardening]

The rails are the upper portion of the sides, I didnt add the 6mm gap at the bottom as its not required bees never go there unless you split the hive and then you want to be putting the brood on at an angle and twisting anyway. As far as the dimentions I did mention I have a set of plans that I am happy to send out.. Infact I have sent it out to over a 100 people so far.

[@kiskosid]

@@simplifygardening In both instances you are increasing the surface area where faces come into contact with each other so you are making your life more difficult when these faces become heavily propolised. The frames will be more difficult to remove/slide and the boxes more difficult to separate. That's why I would include rails and maintain the gap at the bottom.

[@richardsydenham4105]

Tony nice table saw !! but your gide on the side schould stop in the middle of the saw blade it stops wood from flying back that can cause big problems just a health and safety tip I like to paint my bee hives with a propalist/alcahol mix inside and the outer with a two component mix as for glassfiber no water can get in and I do it once

[@simplifygardening]

Do u have a link for that fibreglss stuff

[@richardsydenham4105]

I am in Germany so it will not help that much but just try and find out who stocks glass fiber you only need the two compement not the glass fiber but its not cheep I pay around €80 for a Lt but it goes a log way but you must use it in one day as when mixed it goes hard and only do it out side in dry wether

[@simplifygardening]

Excellent can you get pigment for it too to colour the glassfibre

[@richardsydenham4105]

Yes when I was at school we used to make are own cannows and the last layer was always with colur may be you can get it were you can buy cannows as they would have the stuff to repair them all my hives are green

[@simplifygardening]

Thanks Richard. Do you have bees?

[@kathyhathaway8823]

Good looking box an looks like you have a good way to build your boxes but my question is why are you not using glue they would be so much stronger and it would help seal your wood ends to last longer ??

[@simplifygardening]

I did use Glue Kathy even if it didnt show in the video. I used gorilla glue

[@paulleighton5025]

Great Video Tony, could you post the dimensions on the frame, thanks

[@simplifygardening]

They are 460 square but will get you all the dimensions you need Paul. Could you send me a PM so i dont have to look for your comment

[@paulleighton5025]

Tony -could you send me the cut list - looking forward to making loads this winter [e-mail] thanks

[@UK350F]

would you be kind enough to send me the plans please? It looks like I'm going to have a lot of time on my hands now I'm at home because of this virus. Thanks really enjoyed it

[@simplifygardening]

Ricky you need to send an email to [e-mail] so i can respond

[@lordmopton]

Thanks for the great video . If I could make one comment to the efect that you hide the dimentions of all the partsof the hive as though they were state secrets .Is there a reason for this ? You did post some of them for me at one stage but they have disapeared . Maybe you would post them again , thanking you .

[@simplifygardening]

Hey, I am sorry if you are unable to find them. It was never my intention to hide them from anyone, Send me an email to [e-mail] and I will send you a PDF will all the dimensions for the entire hive. I'm only here to help

[@paulwatterson7800]

Hi, I don’t see many recent comments about this great tutorial which I have only just come across. I see someone has asked about a cutting list or dimensioned drawing, any chance of getting a copy please? Paul

[@simplifygardening]

I will send it but u need to email me [e-mail]

[@russvanbeveren66]

@@simplifygardening could I get a copy of plans for broodbox pleaae

[@leoneddy7593]

Hi Tony where did you buy the ply I live in merthyr so hoping you bought it locally also what mm is it and what paint do you use to paint them.

[@simplifygardening]

Leon this pine was bought at Leeks. I pass it every day going to work Sorry for the late reply. A load of comments said they were responded to even though they were not. I am slowly working through them all.

[@leoneddy7593]

@@simplifygardening no worries thanks for getting back tony.

[@danesmith8272]

Lovely brood boxes but a cutting list would be a great addition as other than you saying we left with the right space for the bees no actual dimensions are given

[@simplifygardening]

Sorry Dane email me I will send you plans

[@vapoureyes]

Any reason why you don’t use wood glue ! Good video

[@josephcroft4268]

how many hives consisting of a brood box and 2 supers & roof would i get from a sheet of ply

[@simplifygardening]

One hive. I get 5 brood out of a sheet but with the other parts you are cutting odd shapes, you would be better off working out how many you want and but the sheets and do each part per sheet that way you maximise the material

[@josephcroft4268]

@@simplifygardening , thanks for the reply , i dont know if you can answer this , i had a swarm arrive at my bait box today and they settled on the concrete block wall by the entrance to the bait hive and quite a few were going in and out the hive all afternoon , but this evening i expected them all to go into the bait hive but they are still clumped by the entrance even though its now dark , is there a chance they will leave in the morning ,

[@flying-oyvinator]

looking into making some.. i am guessing that watertight plywood isnt wanted because its saturated with oil/chemicals of some sort.. here in norway they call it "inpregnated plywood" and its mostly used for pouring concrete into. so that is the type i want to avoid? can i use watertight plywood for the roof? or should i avoid it alltogether

[@simplifygardening]

no just get exterior ply this just has waterproof glue Sorry for the late reply

[@MrFergusferret]

Nice video I would incourage anyone to have a go , I made all first hives of plywood because I found a cheap source of wpb. The reality is it is not worth the effort when you can buy cheap cedar seconds. Wpb and even marine is not waterproof only resistant and will require constant maintenance. This is only my experience

[@wendyrowland7787]

At least with new equipment there is no risk of disease transfer.

[@simplifygardening]

I have seen some that dont paint they use the liquid parts of fibreglass to seal the outside, if this is the case there should be no ongoing maintenance

[@stevedoran3278]

Do you have a list of dimensions, and what size lumber you use for the rails ?

[@simplifygardening]

Steve send me an email [e-mail] and i will send you the plans

[@sofiaorozco1208]

Hi, im curious about ¿what type of plywood did you use, and if it is not toxic for bees or humans?, thank you

[@simplifygardening]

Its exterior ply. A waterproof glue is used and i have used it for hives for the ladt 8 years with no issues

[@ahmadalatbi3725]

Thank you for a lacen

[@simplifygardening]

welcome Sorry for the late reply. had some issues with comments not showing that they had not been answered, so I am getting through them

[@josephcroft4268]

in the plans it shows the front and back panels at the bottom a quarter of an inch up from the bottom yet yours are flush , so is the quarter of an inch up only advisory ?

[@simplifygardening]

Its more of a bee space but its not required so i decided to omit it from mine it makes for a sturdier brood box

[@josephcroft4268]

@@simplifygardening , oh great thanks for the reply i shall do the same , some of the measurements seem too precise one was for the height of the brood box it said 8 and 7/8th why not an even 9"

[@norfolkhoneybee273]

Eucalyptus ply is that ok, that is what my builders merchant sell.

[@simplifygardening]

No The bees wont like it. Find a harwood ply like maple

[@azkamadu9754]

keren

[@azkamadu9754]

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[@mag818]

Hi, what kind of paint are you using on them?

[@simplifygardening]

I use a wood sealer first then I use masonry paint. But lately I have thought about wax dipping as it would be cheaper

[@dariuszkaps1444]

hi Tony can you send me your plywood plans for brood and super boxes please

[@simplifygardening]

You will need to email me Dariusz. [e-mail]

[@clauduledus]

Great video, would it be possible to get a list of dimensions??

[@simplifygardening]

Email me your email address and I will send you the plans. [e-mail]

[@gliderflyer38]

@@simplifygardening Hi Tony, could I be cheeky and ask for a set of plans too, I know its been a while since you did this video but I'm looking to set up next year

[@colincourier]

hi i do not use facebook so how can i see your plans including sizes. thanks colin.

[@simplifygardening]

send me an email colin so i can reply [e-mail]

[@eddielloyd13]

great video, i bought 2 hives from thorne in the uk, and i only have them a year. they aren't great quality, i want to build up my hives to a min of 10 i have 2 national and 2 nucs ready for hives but the price has turned me off buying them as their very expensive.

[@simplifygardening]

Yes, Eddie, this is the problem if you wish to expand. I have built 34 brood boxes I'm not using supers as it means buying different sized frames, by having one size fits all it makes things much cheaper, plus a brood of honey is like 2 supers. It has cost me around 350 to build all of these brood boxes plus paint. prob another 150 to build floors and crown boards and roofs. so I have enough for 15 hives with double brood here for 500 quid. Also will last longer. So each full hive has only cost around £33.50 each total. The quality of most of it is much better than you will buy You will see two hives I'm setting up in a week or so, they have been painted with fibreglass resin so are totally waterproof so should last a very long time too.

[@profbinh]

can you give a quote for 50 langstroth standard size floors?

[@simplifygardening]

No sorry I dont have time to make them

[@TheStuartYork]

Any chance of a set of drawings or sizes?

[@simplifygardening]

Suart if you message me at [e-mail] I will send you the plans

[@riggerthegeek]

Search for Dave Cushman's website. Lots of plans on there

[@woodbees2801]

WBP=Water and boilproof.

[@simplifygardening]

Thanks

[@camranhvietnam]

Hi mate do you make commercial brood box?

[@simplifygardening]

Commercial are pretty much exactly the same just a deeper box

[@camranhvietnam]

yes indeed but I don't have the tools to make them I will buy if you make them for sale at a reasonable price UK base

[@gerwinarenas]

Hi where can I buy them pls? If u sell them that is

[@simplifygardening]

I dont sell them atm

[@newtsalad5119]

Like your video, but some dimensions would have been ace.

[@simplifygardening]

Im working on. a set of plans

[@terry2346]

Just wondering why you do not use any glue in making the boxes? Most of the other videos recommend Titebond 3 or Elmers waterproof glue. Do you not think it needed/helpful, or is it to be able to knock them down if needed?

[@simplifygardening]

I do use glue and i use gorilla glue Terry I am sorry for the late reply, YT didnt tell me about your comment. I just found it

[@markarnill3437]

Would help if you gave us measurements

[@simplifygardening]

I am working on a set of plans

[@markskupinski4009]

Nice where are you based??

[@simplifygardening]

I am based in South Wales UK Mark

[@markskupinski4009]

Ok so am I do you sell any of your bee hives ??

[@simplifygardening]

No Mark, I dont have time to make enough to sell them as i need everything i make myself

[@sbworswick]

what are the dimentions

[@simplifygardening]

Send me an email and I will send the plans [e-mail]

[@elvir18]

I make my hives from ply aswell. My process: 1) Cut the ply down into 460 and 424mm strips 2) Paint the strips 3) Cut the height 225 and 205mm 4) Drill holes 5) Put together I find it to be easier to paint the strips of ply rather than when it’s all put together. I also cut the grooves and angle cuts on full 2400mm timber, paint it then cut it down into 424mm lengths.

[@darreneves4060]

What are the dimensions of the cut pieces of plywood please?

[@simplifygardening]

46 x9 and 1/8

[@lordmopton]

46x9 1/8...????are they 2 different lengths ..?

[@simplifygardening]

length and height

[@lordmopton]

thanks ..but are there not two different length pieces of ply ?

[@simplifygardening]

sorry. 2 pieces 460mm x 225mm and 2 pieces 424mm x 210mm. this will give you the 4 walls sorry for the confusion

[@scwarletto8352]

Hello, wbat are the measurements

[@simplifygardening]

send me an email i will send the plans

[@AndrewAHayes]

Home Depot, Rabets? you are becoming Americanised LOL

[@simplifygardening]

lol who knows

[@jacksimper5725]

Why have you cut a furry creature to hold your frames ?

[@simplifygardening]

A Furry creature lol Whats that?

[@jacksimper5725]

Rabbits

[@simplifygardening]

Ha ha ha lol

[@lindakingsley6765]

chemical glue