{"product_id":"medium-beeswax-foundation-wired-with-hooks-5-5-8-inch","title":"Medium Beeswax Foundation - Wired With Hooks - 5 5\/8-inch","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMedium Beeswax Foundation - Wired With Hooks - 5 5\/8-inch\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"540\"\u003eThis 100% pure beeswax foundation includes vertical support wires for added stability. The hooked top wire extends slightly above the wax sheet so it can be secured beneath the wedge bar of a medium frame, helping keep the foundation straight and supported as bees draw comb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"547\" data-end=\"578\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"547\" data-end=\"576\"\u003eKey Features and Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"1053\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"673\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"673\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"603\"\u003e100% pure beeswax:\u003c\/strong\u003e Naturally preferred by honey bees for building clean, natural comb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"768\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"676\" data-end=\"768\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"676\" data-end=\"703\"\u003eVertical support wires:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides stability and reduces sagging during comb production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"862\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"771\" data-end=\"862\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"771\" data-end=\"791\"\u003eHooked top edge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to fit under the frame’s wedge bar for secure installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"960\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"960\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"891\"\u003eOptional cross-wiring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adds extra strength but is not always necessary for medium frames.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"961\" data-end=\"1053\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"1053\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"991\"\u003eBee-friendly foundation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Encourages natural comb building and strong brood patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1084\"\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003eMedium beeswax foundation with hooks is a classic choice for beekeepers who want to give their colonies a natural, bee-preferred starting point. The embedded vertical wires strengthen the wax sheet, while the hooked top edge holds the foundation securely beneath the wedge bar of a medium wooden frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003eMedium sheets generally don’t require as much support as deep foundations, but cross-wiring your frames can still add stability—especially in warmer climates or when transporting hives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1898\"\u003eBees love 100% beeswax foundation, but it can take more time and tools to install properly compared to plastic options. If you want a simpler installation process while still giving bees a wax-rich surface, our \u003cstrong data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1824\"\u003edouble-waxed plastic foundation\u003c\/strong\u003e is an excellent balance between bee preference and beekeeper convenience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCell size is 5.4mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 5-5\/8 in. x 16-3\/4 in\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWax Content: 1.6 oz Capping Wax\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest when used with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/pure-beeswax-wax-frame-assembly-supplies\/products\/medium-6-1-4-inch-langstroth-frame-wedged-top-split-bottom\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewedged top bar and split bottom bar\u003c\/a\u003e and a medium box. These will fit in both 10 or 8 frame medium boxes but not in deep boxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits medium, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/pure-beeswax-wax-frame-assembly-supplies\/products\/medium-6-1-4-inch-langstroth-frame-wedged-top-split-bottom\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWedge Top\/Split Bottom Bar Frames\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHas 10 vertically embedded brass wires for support\u003cbr\u003eHas hooks that go behind the wedge in the top bar of the frame\u003cbr\u003eCompatible with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/pure-beeswax-wax-frame-assembly-supplies\/products\/medium-6-1-4-inch-langstroth-frame-wedged-top-split-bottom\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ethese frames.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSee our entire collection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/pure-beeswax-wax-frame-assembly-supplies\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebee hive frame assembly tools.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee our other \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/wax-foundation-frames-and-assembly-tools\" class=\"in-cell-link\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWax Foundation, Frames and Assembly Tools\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRead our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/foundation-cell-size\/\"\u003eBee Foundation Sizes and Why it Matters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e blog post.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatch our video about our \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Check out our pure beeswax foundation made from pure capping wax\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=mwCT4TwtASU\u0026amp;t=83s\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePure beeswax foundation made from pure capping wax\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT: Cold Weather Shipping Disclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFoundation will freeze and become brittle if shipped at temperatures below 38°F. We will hold orders until the temperature rises above 38°F. If the buyer requests shipment in colder conditions, it will be at their own risk. We are not responsible for damage, and returns will not be accepted for frozen or crumbled foundations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foxhound Bee Company","offers":[{"title":"10 Pack","offer_id":47288958648572,"sku":"FN235","price":14.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"50 Pack","offer_id":47288958681340,"sku":"FN236","price":52.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0269\/1648\/7234\/files\/Medium-Beeswax-Foundation-Wired-With-Hooks-5-58-inch-10-Pack-Foxhound-Bee-Company_9697cd94-f050-4632-ba78-cec42315c0b6.png?v=1751296086","url":"https:\/\/proudlibertarian.com\/en-de\/products\/medium-beeswax-foundation-wired-with-hooks-5-5-8-inch","provider":"Proud Libertarian","version":"1.0","type":"link"}