The solid bottom board is the floor of the hive — it carries the full weight of every box stacked above it, so it needs to hold up to years outdoors without flexing or rotting. This 10-frame cypress board gives you a solid, closed floor with no ventilation gaps, which some beekeepers prefer for better heat retention through winter. What You Get Solid floor — no mesh or ventilation gaps, holds heat in better than a screened board in cold weather 7/8" cypress construction, naturally rot-resistant against ground moisture Supports the full weight of stacked boxes without sagging Fits standard 10-frame Langstroth equipment Solid vs. Screened A solid board holds heat better, which matters more in colder or drier climates. In more humid regions, a screened bottom board is the more common pick — the airflow helps with moisture control and gives you a way to monitor mite drop. Go with solid if winter cold is your bigger concern. Product Details Fits 10-Frame Langstroth Material Cypress, 7/8" thick Finish Options Unpainted, Primed and Painted You May Also Need 10-Frame Cypress Metal Capped Telescoping Cover 10 Frame Inner Cover 10-Frame Cypress Deep Brood Box
