John R
New Bee
- Joined
- May 3, 2011
- Messages
- 65
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- Location
- Meifod, Powys
- Hive Type
- TBH
- Number of Hives
- 12
Hi,
Has or does anyone wrap the sides of their hives in winter with a breathable but waterproof fabric? I'm not trying to open a debate about insulation, there's lots of that discussed previously, I just want to hear views on this aspect which i hope would keep water out of the 2 x 14x12's BB that i overwinter my hives in.
I'm not confusing water ingress with condensation, I can't afford to change my hives, they are also in good condition so why should i, I'm simply thinking that a dry hive has got to be better, and using a wrap of the fabric roofing membrane that is breathable and waterproof will give me peace of mind?
I don't see how it can do any harm, I'm not talking about using bubble wrap or plastic sheet which I think could build up the condensation levels.
Has or does anyone wrap the sides of their hives in winter with a breathable but waterproof fabric? I'm not trying to open a debate about insulation, there's lots of that discussed previously, I just want to hear views on this aspect which i hope would keep water out of the 2 x 14x12's BB that i overwinter my hives in.
I'm not confusing water ingress with condensation, I can't afford to change my hives, they are also in good condition so why should i, I'm simply thinking that a dry hive has got to be better, and using a wrap of the fabric roofing membrane that is breathable and waterproof will give me peace of mind?
I don't see how it can do any harm, I'm not talking about using bubble wrap or plastic sheet which I think could build up the condensation levels.