Wax dipping of boxes – no need to paint them, let us Wax Dip them for you. Wax dipping is performed by heating a mixture of paraffin wax and micro-crystalline wax heated to 160-170 degrees Celsius. The wooden-ware is then fully immersed in the wax for up to 10 minutes in total. This allows for the wax to permeate the wood and displace all of the moisture.  Hives can be painted after dipping as long as the wood is still hot, it will absorb the paint along with the wax left on the surface.  If they are left natural they will not be “waxy” or sticky but they will repel water.

Why Get Waxed Dipped Hives?

• The wax covers all surfaces of the wood – both inside and out.
• Wax dipping prevents wood rot caused by moisture and fungi.
• No off-gassing time – hives can be used right away.
• Greatly increases longevity of the beehive.
• The hot wax sterilizes equipment, even killing American foulbrood spores.
• Old hives can be redipped and reused. *contact us for availability for dipping used boxes*
• Wax is more natural and chemical free than paint and stain.
• Wax dipped hives look great. The golden sheen achieved from the wax dip is very attractive.