![]() This is unlike wax foundation which cannot withstand the boiling of beehive frames for cleaning purposes. It is also easy to clean even by boiling without losing its strength. ![]() Long LastingĪcorn Beekeeping plastic foundation is durable and lasts many years longer than wax foundation. Advantages of Acorn Beekeeping Plastic Foundationīeekeepers using plastic foundation such as those made by Acorn Beekeeping enjoy a number of benefits over those not using foundation, or even those using wax foundation. Weak hives and newly installed colonies benefit more from heavier wax coatings. Under normal circumstances, a strong colony draws comb quickly over the Acorn Beekeeping plastic foundation sheets with the standard wax coating. Click here to learn how to coat plastic foundation with beeswax. However, it is not necessary to add extra coatings of beeswax on the frames that have the ‘heavy’ beeswax coating from the company manufacturing plant. In some cases, it may be necessary to add a layer of beeswax coating on the foundation that has the ‘standard’ wax coating. The designation ‘heavy’ means that several coatings of wax have been applied to the foundation sheets. Standard wax coating is a single layer of wax applied to the plastic foundation. The plastic foundation sold by Acorn Beekeeping comes in two wax coating designations: standard and heavy. The optional breakaway hole is a corner of the foundation that you can break off before placing the foundation in the beehive. It allows the bees in the beehive where you use this foundation to move freely between beehive frames. All of their plastic foundation sheets on sale have a breakaway communication hole. Acorn Beekeeping Heavy Wax Coating 9-inch Black FrameĪbout Acorn Beekeeping Plastic FoundationĪcorn Beekeeping foundation comes in different sizes and colors to suit the needs of individual beekeepers. ![]() Acorn Beekeeping Deep Drone Comb Plastic Foundation Plastic Frames Acorn Beekeeping Medium Plastic Wax Coated Foundation (100ct) Acorn Beekeeping Deep Black Brood Plastic Wax Coated Foundation
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