10-Frame Langstroth Beehive Dipped in 100% Beeswax, Complete Bee Hives and Supplies Starter Kit Includes 2 Deep Hive Bee Boxes and 1 Bee Hive Super with Beehive Frames and Foundations

I’ll start by saying that there were 2 damaged pieces when I opened the box (one panel was split, and the upper cover had some separation at the edges). I sent photos to the seller, got a prompt response, and they sent replacement pieces right away (in fact sending more than was needed to “make it right”). Very happy with the customer service.As far as the product, the quality seems excellent. I purchased 2 hives last year from Hoover Hives, and although I was satisfied with the quality, I decided to give this one a try based on the reviews and the pre-drilled holes with screws for the assembly of the boxes. This made assembly SO MUCH quicker and easier—the boxes fit together smoothly and quickly, and I feel like these will hold up nicely with screws (the Hoover hives used nails in the dovetails, and I had to pre-drill holes to keep the edges from splitting). Had no issues with this hive. Another reviewer posted a 2-star review with pictures of the frames splitting, but I had no issues assembling the frames. I highly recommend that you PRE-DRILL the frames before nailing them together (and use wood glue)—the wood is light and pieces are thin, so of course it will split if you don’t pre-drill. This is the most tedious part of the assembly, and It would be nice if these came pre-drilled as well, but I don’t know of any sellers that offer that. Once assembled, I could tell no difference between these frames and the ones I had from last year. They seem sturdy and should hold up fine. The panels all had a nice layer of wax, as did the foundation pieces. Everything fit together nicely. Overall very pleased, and plan to order future hive supplies through this seller.

First off, the the price was the lowest out of all comparable hives and was the easiest to fit together without splitting the boxes. The wax coating isn't super heavy but it is definitely enough to protect it from the elements. I messed up and screwed all my screws in before I made sure it was square...so I had to take the 1 box apart and do it all over again...it is now square and fits the other pieces perfectly. The frames are pretty repetitive, use wood glue for the joints for the frames. The First hive I bought was the hoover hive and then I bought this one...in my opinion, this box is way better for the price and craftsmanship. I got to use a 20 dollar coupon which was pretty sweet! Also, it does not Come with a mouse guard...so if that's a deal breaker, just buy one separately.

This hive is a basic set-up to get a colony started. The components all arrived as described and were easy to assemble. I appreciated the pre-drilled holes for the hive boxes, as well as the generous coating of wax on the outside. Although the medium box (honey super) was broken upon arrival, they were very responsive to the issue and sent a replacement immediately. I would order this item again.

Just did my second order for this hive. Preferred it over other another brand that I purchased last year. I learned from putting the last one together to scrape the joints clean and use Gorilla Wood Glue Ultimate in addition to the screws. I also used the Gorilla glue on the frames, as well as stapling them together with an air gun. More than satisfied with this setup. Most likely will buy another later this year but for sure for next spring.

Easy to assemble. Took approx 40 minutes to put main box together. Nice fitting joints. Adequate wax coating. Some splitting of wood noted on one side bit won't effect functionality. (Reason for 4 stars instead of 5) made in China.

One board was damaged in shipping. I sent a message and they sent me a replacement board real quick. The hive is very nice, has everything that I needed to start beekeeping.

The boxes are well made and fit together perfectly. Pre drilled holes and countersink made for easy assembly. Be careful not to over tighten screws to avoid splitting wood. Frames went together nicely. I applied wood glue and used the nails that were provided with no issues. I have three other hives and I believe this is better quality than any of the others. This is the first wax coated one I’ve had. All others are painted. I’ll have to see how well it holds up over time.

I've kept bees for 40 years. These boxes have great joints, easy to assemble, sold mostly clear wood, thick end bars, correct bee space. The foundation is thick, well made, coated very uniformly with wax, is drawn easily by my bees. The only thing is I have the hives that are dipped in beeswax position so they recieve morning sun and the rest of the day semishaded, so the wax doesn't rum. Overall these are a very good product for my home hives.