Flow hive painting ideas

It is important to protect the timber of your hive to ensure its longevity. We recommend painting all Araucaria hives and all roofs with at least two coats of good quality outdoor paint. Western Red Cedar Many beekeepers use oils such as Tung oil or Linseed, to treat their cedar timber components, however, when finishing with oils in wet climates, mildew (black mould) can grow on the surface of your hive. This will not affect the structural integrity of your hive and should not have any…

I just love it when people go crazy with their hive design or decoration. This Langstroth hive was painted by Michele Levani of Charleston, South Carolina.

Learn how to paint a beehive to protect it from weather and prolong life - also tips on color choice and getting the job done.

It is important to protect the timber of your hive to ensure its longevity. We recommend painting all Araucaria hives and all roofs with at least two coats of good quality outdoor paint. Western Red Cedar Many beekeepers use oils such as Tung oil or Linseed, to treat their cedar timber components, however, when finishing with oils in wet climates, mildew (black mould) can grow on the surface of your hive. This will not affect the structural integrity of your hive and should not have any…

Lavender and Bumblebees 16" x 20" acrylic on canvas It's been very hit or miss for me during the 30 paintings in 30 days, but I'm going to post whatever I manage to get finished. I am enjoying it... I just can't find enough time in the day! Thanks for visiting... Blessings, Lana P.S. I'll eventually get my new paintings listed here and here.