The 10-Frame Cypress Metal-Capped Telescoping Cover is the roof of the hive, staying on year-round as the primary defense against rain, snow, and sun. The cover is built entirely of rot-resistant cypress, including the interior, and is topped with a white aluminum cap for extra weather protection.
At a glance
Type: Telescoping outer cover
Material: All cypress, including the interior
Cap: White aluminum top for added weather protection and hive notes
Compatibility: 10-frame equipment
Assembly: Sold fully assembled with staples and nails
Finish: Optional primer and exterior white paint
Best for
Protecting the hive from rain, snow, and sun year-round
Backyard beekeepers who want the most weatherproof cover
Pairing with a 10-frame inner cover
Keeping hive records on the aluminum top
New beekeepers building a 10-frame hive
How to use
Set the telescoping cover over a 10-frame inner cover so it lifts off easily and seals the top of the hive. The overhanging sides shed water away from the boxes, and the aluminum cap doubles as a surface for notes.
About Foxhound Bee Company
Foxhound Bee Company is a beekeeping supplier offering hives, frames, tools, and equipment for beekeepers at every level, with a focus on dependable gear that helps colonies thrive.
