When hobbies meet

[iwombat]

Well, there I was making a top for a beehive last night. Normally, I cover the top with aluminum or copper sheet and fold it over the sides. I didn't have any left. So, I started looking around . . .

To make a long story short, I now have a fiberglassed hive cover. Turned out to be way easier and cheaper than going the traditional route. Plus, less materials to keep around.

Winner winner chicken dinner!

 

[BWR1953]

Re: When hobbies meet

Well, there I was making a top for a beehive last night. Normally, I cover the top with aluminum or copper sheet and fold it over the sides. I didn't have any left. So, I started looking around . . .

To make a long story short, I now have a fiberglassed hive cover. Turned out to be way easier and cheaper than going the traditional route. Plus, less materials to keep around.

Winner winner chicken dinner!

So do ya think the outgassing from the resin will harm the bees?

-BWR

 

[luv2b0at]

Re: When hobbies meet

iwombat, I sent you a PM.

Go Wildcats!!!

 

[iwombat]

Re: When hobbies meet

It's all on the outside, so no problem there. I used epoxy anyway - can't be any worse than the latex paint that I use on the outsides.

 

[mthieme]

Re: When hobbies meet

Bees are very sensitive to just about every chemical out there.
Hopefully, he didn't use a high cuprous content in the bottom paint.