How do I prepare my Flow Hive for winter? We cannot emphasise enough that it is best to consult May 20, 2016 4 min read
Beekeeping safely, do I need safety equipment with a Flow Hive? Flow Hive technology drastically reduces the chance of being stung May 7, 2020 1 min read
How do I add the Flow Super to my brood box? The prospect of adding a Flow Super to a new May 27, 2020 3 min read
Flow Hive Hybrid / colony maintenance The Flow Hive Hybrid incorporates both Flow Frames and traditional May 27, 2020 1 min read
Why does my Flow Hive timber look different to the pictures? The timber included in our products is made from naturally Jun 1, 2020 2 min read
How many brood boxes should I use? As with many beekeeping questions, opinions vary greatly on this Jun 1, 2020 1 min read
Why is my Flow Hive roof leaking? It’s important to ensure that your Flow Hive roof Jun 1, 2020 1 min read
How do I set up Flow Hive brood frames? Watch Facebook Live: What type of brood frame is best? Jun 1, 2020 3 min read
What feeders can I use with a Flow Hive? Where we are located in Northern NSW, Australia there are Jun 2, 2020 2 min read
Why is honey leaking from my Flow Hive? It's not uncommon to have a small amount Jun 2, 2020 2 min read
Can the Flow Frames come out of the super, like standard frames do? Yes – Flow Frames can be removed in the same way Jun 11, 2020 1 min read
Do I need to smoke the hive? Although you should not need to smoke the hive when Jun 12, 2020 1 min read
How often do I need to check the brood? The frequency which you need to check the brood depends Jun 12, 2020 1 min read
Can I use Flow in cold or freezing conditions? Flow Hives are used successfully in cold climates around the Jun 12, 2020 1 min read
Small Hive Beetles and the Flow Hive Small hive beetles are a big problem in our area Jun 12, 2020 1 min read
Do I need to clean the Flow Frames? Flow Frames shouldn’t need cleaning in general, if the Jun 12, 2020 3 min read
Do I need a special hive tool to pull out the Flow Frames to inspect them? The Flow Frames are designed so that they can be Jun 12, 2020 1 min read
Do the honey channels get blocked? When the Flow Frame is operated, the hexagonal honeycomb cells Jun 12, 2020 1 min read
Flow Frame sterilisation / irradiation / disease control Under normal conditions, it is not necessary to clean your Jun 15, 2020 2 min read
Do I need to paint my Flow Hive? It is important to protect the timber of your hive Jun 15, 2020 4 min read
Isn't cedar bad for bees and other insects? Doesn't it repel them? Western red cedar is a popular wood choice for hives Jun 15, 2020 1 min read
How can I move my Flow Hive? Bees have highly developed navigational skills which are extremely sensitive Jun 16, 2020 1 min read
How do I deter ants from my Flow Hive? Ants can be attracted to any beehive as it provides Jun 16, 2020 1 min read
How do I deal with and prevent mould or condensation? Condensation inside a hive is pretty common, however, too much Jun 16, 2020 1 min read
Can I order a stand for my Classic Flow Hive? Unfortunately, we do not yet offer our Flow Hive 2 Jun 16, 2020 1 min read
How to add extra ventilation in your Flow Hive Roof – DIY NOTE: Many beekeepers advise against adding top ventilation/entrances to Nov 16, 2020 2 min read
How do I repaint my Flow Hive? Could your Flow Hive do with some renovating? The method Aug 4, 2021 3 min read
Do I need to rotate my brood frames? Rotating brood frames is considered good beekeeping practice for the Aug 12, 2021 3 min read
Do I need to treat for pests and diseases like AFB and Varroa? Yes, all Flow Hives need to be opened for inspection, Jun 21, 2022 1 min read