MayBee 10-Frame Langstroth Deep Brood Box — Cedar, Beeswax-Dipped, Includes 10 Frames & Waxed Foundations

MayBee's 10-frame Langstroth deep brood box is a cedar hive body pre-dipped in natural beeswax and supplied with ten dovetailed wooden frames and waxed plastic foundations for immediate assembly and use.

Built to standard Langstroth dimensions, this unassembled deep brood box is designed for backyard beekeepers and small-scale producers who want a durable, low-maintenance hive body. The exterior cedar parts are saturated with beeswax to improve weather resistance and reduce warping, while premium dovetail joints ensure a snug fit. Included are ten pine frames and ten black food-grade plastic foundation sheets already dipped in beeswax so your colony can start building comb more quickly after assembly.

How does the beeswax dipping protect the hive over time?

Natural beeswax acts as a water-resistant barrier and helps slow the ingress of moisture into the wood. That treatment reduces the tendency of cedar to swell and warp with temperature and humidity swings while preserving the wood's natural scent, which is familiar to bees.

• Thick layer of beeswax on exterior surfaces for moisture shedding
• Wax seals small wood pores to reduce rot and mold risk
• Preserves cedar's natural durability without synthetic coatings

What construction features make assembly sturdy and long-lasting?

The brood box uses precise dovetail joints that lock corners together for a tight, load-bearing structure. Components are cut to industry-standard Langstroth sizes so pieces fit squarely with other standard equipment and create a stable home for frames and honey stores.

• Premium dovetail joints for joint strength and alignment
• Cedar exterior parts for natural resistance to decay
• Standard dimensions to pair with existing Langstroth gear

What do the included frames and foundation sheets offer to a new colony?

The kit supplies ten unassembled deep brood frames made from pine and ten black food-grade plastic foundation sheets, each already dipped in beeswax to encourage comb building. That combination gives bees a ready surface to draw comb and helps maintain consistent frame spacing within the box.

• Ten pine frames sized for Langstroth deep brood boxes
• Black food-grade plastic foundations, beeswax-dipped for acceptance
• Frames designed to maintain correct bee space and comb alignment

Will this box fit my existing Langstroth hive setup?

Yes — all parts are manufactured to standard Langstroth dimensions so the brood box stacks and interfaces with other industry-standard hive bodies, supers, and equipment. Compatibility simplifies expansion or replacement without custom modifications.

• Built to industry-standard Langstroth sizes
• Interchangeable with other standard hive bodies and supers
• Saves time when replacing or expanding an existing apiary setup

Who is this for: This MayBee deep brood box kit suits hobbyist and small-scale beekeepers looking for a durable, ready-to-finish Langstroth brood body. It's appropriate for people who prefer natural wood treatments over paints or synthetic sealants, want strong joinery for long-term service, and need included frames and waxed foundations to get a new hive started quickly.