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Bee Hive Plans to Make Your Own Honey
The art of beekeeping has been around for hundreds, even thousands,
of years. The idea of being able to harness your own source of honey
can be
 appealing and it’s important to have the best bee hive plans
before embarking on this journey.
Many people wrongly assume that beekeeping is a dangerous profession
or hobby. Honey bees, in fact, are quite docile and will not attack
unless they feel that their hive or the queen is in danger.
Beekeepers use full body gear including gloves and an enclosed hood
and face cover.
Understanding the risks
It’s important to know the risks involved before embarking on your
beekeeping adventure and finding the best bee hive plans. While
honey bees are relatively docile, there is always the chance of
being stung by a bee when tending to the bee hive. Some people have
an allergic reaction to the venom in a bee sting. This can cause
anaphylactic shock, a condition where the person develops hives and
their throat can close up, leading to death.
If you are unsure of your body’s immune system, then it is best to
consult a physician first. Don’t assume that since you were stung as
a child and were fine that the same will hold true now.
The parts of a bee hive
There are several different parts that make up a bee hive. They are:
• Outer cover
• Inner cover
• Honey super
• Queen excluder
• Brood chamber
• Bottom board
• Hive stand
The honey super and brood chamber each hold a number of frames upon
which the honey is gathered.
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What kind of wood to use
Many people who begin their journey into beekeeping assume that bee
hive plans should include treated lumber to fight against rot and
corrosion. Any chemicals that are in the wood can actually be a
deterrent to the bees and could kill them off unintentionally. Avoid
treated wood, but if you plan on having the bee hive closer than
fourteen inches from the ground, then use a vapor barrier, such as a
tarpaulin or other product. This will help keep moisture from
collecting around the wood, damaging it.
For best results, you will want to position the bee hive at least
fifteen inches off of the ground. By doing so, you will ensure that
your bee hive will last for many years to come. The different types
of wood that can be used for a bee hive include white oak, hemlock,
walnut, cherry, cypress, redwood, and cedar. The secret to these
woods’ being resistant to water decay is tannic acid. Heartwood
contains more tannins than sapwood and you will need to trim off the
sapwood.
Using heavier wood, such as white oak will be more expensive and
will last longer, but the ability to easily work with the different
parts of the bee hive will not justify getting that extra longevity
from the hive itself. It’s best to stick with lighter woods and look
for bee hive plans that mention this, since that can be a gauge of
the quality of those plans.
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