BeeCastle 10-Frame Langstroth Deep Brood Box — Cedar, Heavy Beeswax-Coated Foundation, Dovetail Joints

BeeCastle's 10-frame heavy wax coated Langstroth deep (brood) box is a durable, cedarwood hive body that ships unassembled with dovetail joints, ten pre-sized frames, and beeswax-coated foundation sheets for immediate use.

This deep hive box is built to standard Langstroth dimensions (16-1/4" x 19-7/8" x 9-5/8") and is intended as a solid brood chamber or deep honey super for backyard and small-scale beekeepers. The cedar construction resists warping and weather, and the thicker beeswax coating improves moisture resistance and saves time because many beekeepers won’t need to prime or paint the exterior. All wood is FSC-certified, and assembly is simplified with pre-cut dovetails and pre-drilled holes.

How does the beeswax coating improve hive performance?

The heavier beeswax coating on the interior and foundation provides a natural surface that bees accept quickly and that resists water penetration better than thin or non-coated alternatives. It reduces the time you spend preparing boxes and gives comb a familiar, protective substrate.

• Thicker beeswax layer encourages faster wax drawing on foundations
• Improves moisture resistance compared with uncoated wood
• Less immediate need for exterior paint or sealant
• Natural wax scent helps colony acceptance

What makes the cedarwood and dovetail construction useful for beekeepers?

Cedar is dimensionally stable, which minimizes seasonal shrinking, expanding, and warping that can misalign frames or create gaps in the hive. The dovetail joints are precision cut to lock panels together tightly, delivering stronger corners and longer-lasting structural support than simple butt joints.

• Cedar reduces risk of cracks and warping over time
• Dovetail joints provide a secure, tight fit without heavy fasteners
• Pre-drilled holes speed assembly and ensure correct alignment
• FSC-certified wood supports sustainable sourcing practices

How easy is this box to assemble and integrate into an existing apiary?

The box arrives unassembled but features pre-cut dovetails and pre-drilled holes to make put-together straightforward for one person with basic tools. Frames are pre-sized to standard 9-5/8" x 19" dimensions and include beeswax-coated foundation sheets, so the assembly-to-deployment time is minimal.

• Pre-cut dovetail corners align quickly during assembly
• Pre-drilled holes reduce measurement and error
• Ten complete frames fit standard 10-frame Langstroth setups
• Compatible with existing Langstroth bottom boards and covers

What are the exact specifications and what’s included?

The package contains one 10-frame deep brood box sized to standard Langstroth dimensions, ten deep frames, and ten beeswax-coated foundation sheets sized to 9-5/8" x 19". This setup suits both new hive builds and replacing a worn brood chamber.

• External box size: 16-1/4" x 19-7/8" x 9-5/8"
• Frames: 10 deep frames, 9-5/8" x 19"
• Material: FSC-certified cedarwood with heavy beeswax coating
• Design features: dovetail joints, pre-drilled holes, ready-to-assemble

Who is this for? BeeCastle’s heavy wax coated 10-frame Langstroth deep box is aimed at hobbyist and part-time beekeepers, small-scale commercial operations upgrading equipment, and anyone building a new Langstroth hive who wants durable, low-maintenance components. It’s especially useful for beekeepers who prefer natural materials, want faster colony acceptance of foundation, and value straightforward assembly and long-term dimensional stability.