The NuBee 8-Frame Unassembled Beehive Kit with 1 Deep Box + 1 Medium Super is the perfect lightweight, affordable setup for new and experienced beekeepers. Built with precision-cut dovetail joints and crafted from durable fir and pine, this hive offers strength, stability, and easy assembly—all while keeping weight to a minimum.
This kit includes everything you need to house a healthy colony right out of the gate. Each wooden component fits tightly for a square, solid hive body, and all frames come with 100% wax-coated CellTech foundations to help your bees take to the comb quickly and naturally.
Kit Includes
Hive Covers & Accessories
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Telescoping Top Cover – Galvanized-steel capped (16-1/4″ × 22″ × 2-7/8″)
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Inner Cover – (14″ × 19-7/8″ × 3/4″)
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Plastic Queen Excluder – (14″ × 19-7/8″ × 1/8″)
Boxes & Frames
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1 Medium Super Box – Unassembled (14″ × 19-7/8″ × 6-5/8″)
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8 Medium Wooden Frames – (1-3/8″ × 19″ × 6-1/4″)
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8 Natural Honey-Colored CellTech Medium Foundations – 100% Wax-Coated
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1 Deep Brood Box – Unassembled (14″ × 19-7/8″ × 9-5/8″)
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8 Deep Wooden Frames – (1-3/8″ × 19″ × 9-1/8″)
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8 Black Textured CellTech Deep Foundations – 100% Wax-Coated
Base Components
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Solid Bottom Board – (14″ × 22″ × 2-9/16″)
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Entrance Reducer – (12-1/4″ × 3/4″ × 3/4″)
Assembly Required – All pieces are precision-cut for a smooth, accurate fit
Why Choose an 8-Frame Hive?
The 8-frame format is about 20% lighter than traditional 10-frame hives, making inspections, lifting, and seasonal maintenance far easier. A full 10-frame deep can reach 90 lbs—this lightweight option protects your back without sacrificing productivity.
Why Choose NuBee?
Affordable, Beginner-Friendly Quality
NuBee creates high-value beekeeping equipment that’s accessible for all experience levels—perfect for first-time keepers or small backyard apiaries.
Precision Dovetail Construction
Every box features tight-fitting dovetail joints for long-lasting strength and ideal alignment during assembly.
Fir & Pine Build
This wood combination provides a great balance of lightweight durability and natural resistance to outdoor conditions.
Langstroth Standard Compatibility
All pieces follow 8-frame Langstroth dimensions, ensuring compatibility with other common hive brands and components.
Built for Beekeepers
Beyond materials and construction, NuBee supports keepers with accessible, reliable designs that focus on practicality, durability, and ease of use.
Perfect For
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Beginners starting their first hive
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Backyard hobbyists
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Beekeepers expanding their 8-frame apiary
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Anyone seeking a lighter, easy-to-inspect hive
Key Features
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Unassembled 2-Box Kit – One deep brood box, one medium honey super
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Includes Frames & Wax-Coated Foundations – Ready for bees
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Precision Dovetail Joints – Strong, easy-to-assemble design
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Fir & Pine Construction – Lightweight and long-lasting
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Solid Bottom Board & Entrance Reducer Included
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Standard 8-Frame Compatibility
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Affordable, High-Value Kit – Great for all skill levels
Specifications
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Hive Size: 8-Frame Langstroth
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Wood Type: Fir & Pine
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Boxes Included: 1 Deep + 1 Medium
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Frames: 16 Total (8 Deep, 8 Medium)
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Foundations: Wax-Coated CellTech Plastic
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Finish: Natural, Unpainted Wood
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Assembly: Required
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Brand: NuBee
