Beekeeping supplies online

[johnnie1uk]

Hi Guys
For a start what I need to know is a reccommended online beekeeping equipment supplier in Spain, if not, a supplier who ships to Spain. I am a beginner so am looking for the complete outfit.
Thanks.
John

 

[REDWOOD]

I know abelo ship to Europe and I think thornes do as well, any idea what type of hive? langs seems the most popular around the world

Welcome to the forum

 

[johnnie1uk]

Thanks for your reply, I keep hearing about the polystyrene hives, and as the area I am in can be very hot, wonder if there would be an advantage over the traditional wooden hive.

 

[REDWOOD]

polystyrene hives keep the heat in and keep the cold in, ventilation is more important OMF for one and you might be excused for an upper bit of ventilation

A light colour will also stop some thermal radiation

There might be a few here that will elaborate a bit more on the subject

 

[toplever]

David Cramp's book contains info on beekeeping in Spain. Re temperatures I know a beekeeper in Bimshire (28deg) who uses Nationals. Easipet do flat-pack cedar Nationals wit 2 supers for a ton plus delivery and cover Spain. If you have a table saw with fence you can make Langstroths from floorboards using info on You Tube. I have made quite a few of those. You can even make the handholds with a simple sliding wooden jig. If you want the full monty for box joints by the hundred see David Cheeseman on You Tube but the rig costs £3k.