{"title":"Underfloor Entrance for Beehives","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBroads Bee Premium Underfloor Entrances\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderfloor entrances have become increasingly popular with beekeepers looking to help their colonies defend themselves against wasps. We changed all of our full-size colonies over to underfloor entrances because we're now seeing significant wasp pressure well into winter, sometimes even beyond Christmas, and we've found that even strong colonies can struggle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/7728\/1243\/files\/IMG_6806.jpg?v=1784116158\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe set out to build a floor that is strong, durable and built to last. Of course, you can knock one up out of pallet wood, and many people do. We wanted to produce something that would still be going strong years down the line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur underfloor entrances are manufactured from quality Swedish redwood using \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel fixings throughout\u003c\/strong\u003e. They're glued and screwed where strength matters, producing an exceptionally rigid floor. We've stood on them, bounced on them and generally abused them in the workshop, and they don't give an inch!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mesh versions also use \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel varroa mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e, so there's no slowly watching galvanised mesh rust away after a few seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured from quality Swedish redwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep, sloping underfloor entrance tunnel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel fixings throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel varroa mesh (mesh versions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlued and screwed construction for maximum strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRebated Stainless Steel varroa mesh to protect the sharp edge, give a better surface for the boxes above to sit and reduce damage from hive tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured in Norfolk by Broads Bee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe supply these floors untreated, allowing you to finish them however you prefer. Many beekeepers choose to apply a bee-friendly preservative, while others prefer to wax dip them. We'll leave that decision up to you.  You can contact us to ask about having us treat them with clear cuprinol, a bee friendly preservative, however please allow four two five weeks before using with your bees.  For that reason, and to get them out to people before it's too late for the wasps this year, we are sending them untreated.  The untreated ones that I have added this summer will come off when the threat has passed and be done then.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/7728\/1243\/files\/IMG_6801.jpg?v=1784116158\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoosing the correct floor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease choose your option carefully, as these floors are available in a range of configurations. We currently offer versions for different hive types and bee-space arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're unsure whether you need a National or Langstroth floor, or whether your hive uses top bee space or bottom bee space, please get in touch before ordering. We'd much rather spend a few minutes helping you choose the correct floor than have you pay return postage to exchange one ordered in error.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have any questions at all, just email \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:info@broadsbee.co.uk\"\u003einfo@broadsbee.co.uk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll be happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/7728\/1243\/files\/IMG_6803.jpg?v=1784116157\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned by beekeepers, for beekeepers. Built to withstand years of use rather than just a couple of seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease allow up to 7 days for your floors to be shipped as they will be made to order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"national-underfloor-entrance-top-bee-space-with-varroa-mesh","title":"National Underfloor Entrance - Top Bee Space with Varroa Mesh","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor National hives using top bee space.  This includes the very popular Abelo 12 frame Nationals that we use here at Broads Bee and many more.  This version has a full size varroa mesh and the option to add a varroa inspection board.  We don't use the boards here, we check our varroa loads with an alcohol wash so we thought that we'd offer the option to not include a board.  The board is made from a thick correx sheet and should only be inserted when actively checking varroa counts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Broads Bee","offers":[{"title":"Without varroa inspection board","offer_id":63976792555897,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"With correx varroa inspection board","offer_id":63976792588665,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/7728\/1243\/files\/IMG_6806.jpg?v=1784116158"},{"product_id":"national-underfloor-entrance-bottom-bee-space-with-varroa-mesh","title":"National Underfloor Entrance - 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