Natural beeswax plates — customizable foundation for beekeeping Key benefits Customizable size: Plates have no fixed standard size and can be enlarged or reduced to match your actual needs, making them adaptable to different frames and hive layouts. Safe, durable material: Made from high-quality natural beeswax that is long-lasting and skin-friendly; does not irritate the skin when handled. Bee-friendly structure: The naturally pale yellow, mildly sweet beeswax combines a soft feel with enough firmness to provide stable support and a good living environment for bees. Improves hive performance: Honeycomb-like wax surfaces guide bees in building comb, helping brood rearing and supporting increased honey production—an essential aid for practical beekeeping. What makes these plates stand out Natural composition: Pure beeswax material provides a familiar, attractive substrate for bees without synthetic additives. Practical balance of texture and strength: Soft enough to be worked and adjusted, yet sufficiently firm to hold comb structure. Versatile use: Designed to fit a variety of beekeeper needs because each plate can be cut or adjusted as required. Specifications and compatibility Material: High-quality natural beeswax Color and scent: Pale yellow with the natural mild sweetness of beeswax Size: No single standard—size can be increased or decreased according to your requirements Function: Serves as foundation for comb building and routine hive maintenance Typical use scenarios Frame foundation installation: Place or trim the beeswax plate into hive frames to give bees a ready-made surface for building comb, speeding up colony development in spring. Routine hive maintenance and replacement: Use plates to repair or replace degraded foundation in existing hives without introducing foreign materials. Small-scale apiaries and educational setups: Ideal for hobbyist beekeepers, training hives, or demonstrations where a natural, safe foundation is preferred. Practical notes Cut and fit as needed to match your frames or custom installations. Handle with care in warm conditions; beeswax softens with heat and can be reshaped if necessary. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve firmness and handling properties. These natural beeswax plates provide a straightforward, reliable foundation that supports comb construction, hive health, and practical beekeeping operations.