How To Use
Here are some tips and tricks on how to use a Bee Shield most effectively!
When to apply:
Apply a Bee Shield to a hive when fall temperatures are consistently 40-50°F and remove when spring temperatures are consistently 40-50°F.
Setting up your hive:
The diagram below shows how a Bee Shield fits to a hive. The hive should have a 2” bottom board porch that overhangs the stand by 2”. The hives inner cover should have a small hole for proper ventilation.
How to apply:
When attaching a Bee Shield to a hive, use a ¾” length screw to go into the bottom super.
When to apply:
Apply a Bee Shield to a hive when fall temperatures are consistently 40-50°F and remove when spring temperatures are consistently 40-50°F.
Setting up your hive:
The diagram below shows how a Bee Shield fits to a hive. The hive should have a 2” bottom board porch that overhangs the stand by 2”. The hives inner cover should have a small hole for proper ventilation.
How to apply:
When attaching a Bee Shield to a hive, use a ¾” length screw to go into the bottom super.