🐝 How to build a Layen's Hive Part 1 of 2

This is how I build a 19 frame Layens beehive (horizontal hive) part 1. I found the plans for this hive on Dr. Leo's website (an excellent resource) and made a few minor changes to suit my needs. Making a beehive can be intimidating but my goal with this bee box build was to make it as approachable as possible. Currently, the main hive I'm using in my beekeeping operation is the Layens. I love how the Layen's horizontal hive provides extra insulation for our long, cold winters here in WNY. The taller frames also allow the bees to stay in their cluster longer over the winter as they do not have to cross between boxes like they do in the Langstroth hive.

0:00 Introduction
1:02 Cut Sides/Ends
1:48 Rip Sides/Ends
2:51 Cut Tongue
4:24 Cut Grooves
5:19 Bottom Side Rabbets
6:13 Bottom End Rabbets
6:59 Top Side Rabbets
7:59 Bottom Board
10:02 Lid Pieces
11:59 Lid Rest
14:55 Lower Body Assembly
18:51 Install Bottom Board
22:17 Upper Body Assembly
27:39 Lid Assembly

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*If you are looking for standard build plans used in this video you can find them at Dr. Leo's website.

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