National Hive Roof

Roof for the british national hive.

National hive roof.

Roof for national bee hive also known as an outer cover this is shown upside down to show the inner rim. 20 1 4 x 5 3 4 x 3 4 these are the long side panels. It provides ventilation and protection from the elements. It is also shown with no ventilation.

The bnh uses a telescoping cover design meaning the cover fits on and over the hive like a hat. There are many variations to this basic form. A vertical stack of modular components. Quantity material dimensions notes.

The roof sits on top of it all. 1 x 6 clear pine. 1 x 10 cedar. The entrance has a hinging section which allows the removable floor in the hive to be removed as long as it is forward facing.

Simply stack the roof on top of your inner cover and that s it your british national hive is ready for her royal majesty and her subjects. Gabled roof flat pack crown board with 2 porter bee escapes 2 supers flat pack. 18 x 1 1 4 x 3 4 two of these are the long sides of the inner ridge rail and the other two are the short sides of the inner ridge rail. The national hive as it usually known is based on langstroth hive design principles.