{"product_id":"10-frame-all-medium-box-hive-kit","title":"10-Frame All-Medium Box Hive Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis kit is for the beekeeper who likes simplicity with only using one size frame, one size foundation, and one size of box for everything. You don't have to worry about having the right equipment for the right box, it all fits when you use all-medium boxes. Another advantage is the boxes are much lighter than using deep boxes, which is great for everyone's back! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/cypress-vs-pine-for-beehives\/?_gl=1*190auqn*_ga*MTYzMDkyOTg2OS4xNjYyMDYzODIz*_ga_D2FYTWD5FP*MTY2MzAwODI5OC45LjEuMTY2MzAwOTYxNC41Mi4wLjA.\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecypress\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Langstroth hive is a complete kit with the woodenware needed to start your first beehive. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe beekeeping supplies in this kit include: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/6374\/8713\/products\/10FrameTelescopingCoverTopAluminum_590x.jpg?v=1652890046\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1 - 10 Frame telescoping cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/10-frame-hive-parts\/products\/inner-cover\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1- 10 Frame inner cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/10-frame-hive-parts\/products\/cypress-bottom-board-screened-solid\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1 - 10 Frame Screened Bottom Board\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/10-frame-hive-parts\/products\/cypress-medium-6-58-inch-super-box\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3 - 10 Frame medium boxes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/plastic-foundation-frames-and-assembly-tools\/products\/medium-625-inch-lanstroth-frame\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e30 - grooved top, grooved bottom medium frames\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/plastic-foundation-frames-and-assembly-tools\/products\/medium-plastic-foundation-with-extra-wax-1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e30 - Medium sheets double wax foundation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/10-frame-hive-parts\/products\/entrance-reducer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1 - 10 Frame entrance reducer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou can opt to purchase your beekeeper starter kit unassembled, assembled, or painted. On all of our kits, the boxes and frames are the only parts that would need any assembling. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen choosing the assembled option, we will assemble your boxes and frames\/foundation with staples and wood glue so you can be assured they will never fall apart.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e If choosing assembled and painted, we will assemble your equipment, coat with a white primer, and finish with a layer of premium-quality, UV-resistant white paint on the outside of the equipment. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe have multiple sizes and types of\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/hive-kits\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e beekeeping starter kits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e, and it can be a little confusing. Because of this, we wrote a few posts to help. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/should-i-start-with-all-medium-or-deep-boxes\/?_gl=1*cz1t8k*_ga*MTYzMDkyOTg2OS4xNjYyMDYzODIz*_ga_D2FYTWD5FP*MTY2MzAxNjQ0MS4xMC4xLjE2NjMwMTcwODMuNDkuMC4w\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eShould I Start With All Medium or Deep Boxes?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/should-i-start-with-8-or-10-frame-equipment\/?_gl=1*146b1hi*_ga*MTYzMDkyOTg2OS4xNjYyMDYzODIz*_ga_D2FYTWD5FP*MTY2MzAxNjQ0MS4xMC4xLjE2NjMwMTcxMDIuMzAuMC4w\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eShould I Start With 8 or 10 Frame Equipment?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhen looking for beekeeping kits for sale, it can be hard to distinguish the quality online. We have been selling this beekeeping starter kit since 2016, which is very popular and of excellent quality. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe wood we use is a durable, 7\/8-inch thick, smooth cypress board that is naturally rot-resistant and will last decades even without paint. Besides our cypress wood, we choose to use precision cut frames and foundation with double the beeswax on it as our competition, so you and your bees will be happy with our equipment.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Each of our kits is designed to be the space where the queen can lay eggs, and the bees can store fresh honey to eat over the winter. This kit does not include the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/boxes-with-frames\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eadditional honey boxes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/what-is-a-super-for-bees\/?_gl=1*so0cmq*_ga*MTYzMDkyOTg2OS4xNjYyMDYzODIz*_ga_D2FYTWD5FP*MTY2MzEwMDM0Ny4xMS4xLjE2NjMxMDIxMzQuMTAuMC4w\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehoney supers (What is a Honey Super?)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e needed for the bees to store excess honey for the beekeeper to harvest from. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is possible to need 1 more medium box and frames during the first year, especially if you start the colony with a nucleus hive or live in a sub-tropical climate. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe recommend getting\u003ca class=\"waffle-rich-text-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/boxes-with-frames\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/boxes-with-frames\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eone more medium box with frames\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e, just in case. If not used during year one, it will be needed during year two. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf using a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/additional-supplies\/products\/metal-queen-excluder\" target=\"_blank\"\u003equeen excluder\u003c\/a\u003e, it would be placed above the boxes in this kit and under the additional boxes added to the hive.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBe sure to check out our\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/beekeeping-101\/?_gl=1*1mdudqc*_ga*MTYzMDkyOTg2OS4xNjYyMDYzODIz*_ga_D2FYTWD5FP*MTY2MzEwMDM0Ny4xMS4xLjE2NjMxMDA4OTIuNDIuMC4w\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e Master Series\u003c\/a\u003e on getting started in beekeeping.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/beekeeping-for-beginners\/?_gl=1*tl6dic*_ga*MTYzMDkyOTg2OS4xNjYyMDYzODIz*_ga_D2FYTWD5FP*MTY2MzEwMDM0Ny4xMS4xLjE2NjMxMDA5MTAuMjQuMC4w\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBeekeeping for Beginners\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/is-beekeeping-right-for-me\/?_gl=1*tl6dic*_ga*MTYzMDkyOTg2OS4xNjYyMDYzODIz*_ga_D2FYTWD5FP*MTY2MzEwMDM0Ny4xMS4xLjE2NjMxMDA5MTAuMjQuMC4w\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIs Beekeeping Right For Me?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/beekeeping-equipment\/?_gl=1*tl6dic*_ga*MTYzMDkyOTg2OS4xNjYyMDYzODIz*_ga_D2FYTWD5FP*MTY2MzEwMDM0Ny4xMS4xLjE2NjMxMDA5MTAuMjQuMC4w\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWhat Beekeeping Equipment Do I Need?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/where-do-i-get-bees\/?_gl=1*1yz0af4*_ga*MTYzMDkyOTg2OS4xNjYyMDYzODIz*_ga_D2FYTWD5FP*MTY2MzEwMDM0Ny4xMS4xLjE2NjMxMDA5MTAuMjQuMC4w\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWhere Do I Get Bees?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/learn-beekeeping\/?_gl=1*1yz0af4*_ga*MTYzMDkyOTg2OS4xNjYyMDYzODIz*_ga_D2FYTWD5FP*MTY2MzEwMDM0Ny4xMS4xLjE2NjMxMDA5MTAuMjQuMC4w\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHow To Learn To Keep Bees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e If you would like to customize the kit, like opting for\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/foundation-less-frames\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e foundationless frames\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/wax-foundation-frames-and-assembly-tools\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewax foundation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e or a\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/10-frame-hive-parts\/products\/10-frame-cypress-solid-bottom-board\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e solid bottom board\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e instead of a screened one, we recommend building your kit and adding separate pieces to the cart. All the pieces of the beekeeping starter kits can be purchased separately at the same price as they are in the kit. This way, you can get the bee equipment you want. You can use the list of products above as a guide. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSome starter kits include lots of other beekeeping supplies that are not necessary. \u003cstrong\u003eS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eince we started having beekeeping kits for sale, we chose to keep the equipment simple and not oversell.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere are other pieces of equipment you will need like a\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/hive-tools\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e hive tool\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/beekeeping-suits\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebee suit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e or\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/jackets-and-veils\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e bee jacket\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/beekeeping-gloves\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eleather gloves\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e, a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/live-bees\" target=\"_blank\"\u003enucleus hive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e or package of bees \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/package-bees-vs-nuc\/?_gl=1*10ie8gu*_ga*MTYzMDkyOTg2OS4xNjYyMDYzODIz*_ga_D2FYTWD5FP*MTY2MzEwMDM0Ny4xMS4xLjE2NjMxMDEyMTIuNDYuMC4w\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(Package or Nucleus Hive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca class=\"waffle-rich-text-link\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/package-bees-vs-nuc\/?_gl=1*10ie8gu*_ga*MTYzMDkyOTg2OS4xNjYyMDYzODIz*_ga_D2FYTWD5FP*MTY2MzEwMDM0Ny4xMS4xLjE2NjMxMDEyMTIuNDYuMC4w\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e, \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/package-bees-vs-nuc\/?_gl=1*10ie8gu*_ga*MTYzMDkyOTg2OS4xNjYyMDYzODIz*_ga_D2FYTWD5FP*MTY2MzEwMDM0Ny4xMS4xLjE2NjMxMDEyMTIuNDYuMC4w\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWhich is Better?)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e, a bee smoker, and a way to feed your bees. We have all of these products for sale, and they can be purchased separately through our website or in our store.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere are other tools available like a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/products\/nylon-bee-brush?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=8f6452b8b\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebee brush\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/additional-supplies\/products\/metal-queen-excluder\" target=\"_blank\"\u003equeen excluder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/additional-supplies\/products\/frame-holder\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eframe holder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e, and more that are optional. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt's not necessary to purchase everything you need, but there are essentials that every beekeeper uses.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSee our other\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"waffle-rich-text-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/10-frame-beekeeping-kit\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/10-frame-beekeeping-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e10 Frame Beekeeping Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBe sure to read our blog on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/should-i-start-with-all-medium-or-deep-boxes\/\"\u003eShould I Start With All Medium Or Deep Boxes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch our YouTube video to choose your first beehive setup. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=q01KrOWPjK8\" title=\"A Great Guide to Choosing Your First Beehive Setup - 8 or 10 frame? Deep or Medium Boxes?\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eShould you use 8 or 10 frames? Deep or medium boxes?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foxhound Bee Company","offers":[{"title":"10-Frame Unassembled","offer_id":47042035974363,"sku":"KIT 10 M U","price":236.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10-Frame Assembled","offer_id":47042036007131,"sku":"KIT 10 M A","price":272.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10-Frame Assembled and Painted","offer_id":47042036039899,"sku":"KIT 10 M AP","price":315.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/6721\/0459\/files\/10-Frame_All-Medium_Box_Hive_Kit_1_cac2ae06-5f88-4082-a151-46c0d23b530f.png?v=1750687717","url":"https:\/\/grayloufarm.com\/products\/10-frame-all-medium-box-hive-kit","provider":"GrayLou Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}