Thompsons Exterior Water Sealer

[Roni]

Has anyone ever used this for treating the exterior of their hives?  Did the bees accept the hives?  Does anyone know if it could be toxic to them? Thanks, Roni

[Bigeddie]

I'm a painter, it's crap :evil:

[Understudy]

Do not use it on your hives. The chemical makeup is not good for bee health.It uses a wetting agent that allows the wax (a main ingredient) into the pores of the wood. The wetting agent is a chemical that would not be good for bees.

If you want to coat your hives. Melt beeswax and paraffin in a large tub. Dip the hive into the tub. Remove and allow to cool.

Sincerely,
Brendhan

 

[Michael Bush]

I have.  It smells for a long time afterwards and doesn't last that well.