Screened Bottom Board With Insert

Screened Beehive Bottom Board with Insert for Better Hive Airflow

Protect your colony from the ground up with a screened beehive bottom board designed to improve hive ventilation, support mite monitoring, and make routine beekeeping easier. Built with galvanized mesh wire and supplied with a removable stick board insert, this USA-made hive bottom board gives your bees a cleaner, cooler, and more manageable foundation.

• Improves Hive Ventilation: This screened beehive bottom board promotes steady airflow through the hive, helping bees stay cooler and more comfortable during warm weather and seasonal changes.
• Supports Mite Monitoring: Includes a removable stick board insert that helps beekeepers monitor fallen mites, wax flakes, and hive debris without opening the colony as often.
• Durable Galvanized Mesh: Made with strong galvanized mesh wire to allow mites and debris to fall through while supporting long-lasting use in active bee yards.
• Fully Assembled Design: Arrives ready to use, saving setup time for backyard beekeepers, homesteaders, and commercial apiaries.
• Made in the USA: Built for 5-frame, 8-frame, and 10-frame hives with dependable construction designed for everyday beekeeping needs.

Why Choose a Screened Bottom Board for Your Beehive?

A bottom board acts as the floor of your hive, and choosing a screened bottom board for beehive setups gives your colony added airflow while helping with non-chemical pest management. Instead of using a solid floor only, the screened design allows mites and hive debris to fall through the galvanized mesh, helping separate them from the bee cluster.

The included insert, also known as a stick board, makes it easier to observe mite drop, wax flakes, and other hive activity without unnecessary hive disruption. This makes the board especially useful for beekeepers who want better visibility into colony health while keeping inspections more efficient.

Built for Ventilation, Monitoring, and Everyday Beekeeping

During warm weather and seasonal temperature changes, airflow matters. This ventilated hive bottom board helps fresh air move through the hive, supporting a more comfortable environment for your bees. Better ventilation can help reduce heat buildup and gives your colony a more breathable space for brood rearing, honey production, and daily activity.

Each board comes fully assembled, so there is no complicated setup required. Simply choose the correct size for your hive and place it beneath your hive body. The durable galvanized mesh wire is selected for strength, airflow, and reliable performance in active bee yards.

Available Sizes and Dimensions

• 10 Frame: 21.75 x 16.25 x 2.75 in — 8 lbs
• 8 Frame: 21.75 x 13.75 x 2.75 in — 7 lbs
• 5 Frame: 21.75 x 9.25 x 2.75 in — 4 lbs

Made in the USA for Reliable Hive Management

This beehive bottom board with insert is made in the USA for beekeepers who value practical design, durable materials, and dependable hive equipment. Whether you manage one backyard hive or several colonies, this screened bottom board is a smart upgrade for improving airflow and simplifying routine mite monitoring.

It is ideal for backyard beekeepers, homesteaders, hobby apiaries, and experienced beekeepers who want a practical hive floor that supports ventilation and inspection efficiency. Use it during warm seasons, climate changes, or as part of your broader integrated pest management routine.

FAQ

What is a screened beehive bottom board used for?

A screened beehive bottom board acts as the floor of the hive while allowing air to flow through the bottom. It also lets mites and debris fall through the mesh for easier monitoring and cleaner hive management.

Does this screened bottom board help with varroa mites?

Yes. The screened design can support varroa mite monitoring by allowing fallen mites to drop through the mesh. The included stick board insert helps you check mite drop and hive debris. It should be used as part of a complete mite management plan.

Is the insert included?

Yes. This screened beehive bottom board includes a removable insert for convenient mite monitoring and hive inspection.

Does the bottom board come assembled?

Yes. The board comes fully assembled and ready to place beneath your hive body.

What hive sizes does this bottom board fit?

This screened bottom board is available for 5-frame, 8-frame, and 10-frame hives.

What material is the screen made from?

The screen is made with galvanized mesh wire for strength, durability, and consistent airflow.

Is this screened bottom board made in the USA?

Yes. This hive bottom board is made in the USA using dependable materials designed for everyday beekeeping.

Upgrade Your Hive from the Bottom Up

Give your bees the ventilation, monitoring support, and sturdy foundation they need. Choose the USA-made screened beehive bottom board with insert today and make hive management cleaner, easier, and more efficient.