Reversable Bottom Boards

[Two Bees]

I have noticed that most beeks use the 3/4 inch side of the solid or screened bottom board.  Heck, the entrance reducer is specifically made for that side of the board.  Anybody using the reverse or 3/8 inch side?  And if so, why?

[BeeHopper]

I have noticed that most beeks use the 3/4 inch side of the solid or screened bottom board.  Heck, the entrance reducer is specifically made for that side of the board.  Anybody using the reverse or 3/8 inch side?  And if so, why?

I use the 3/8 " side because it is easier for the guard bees to protect the hive, keeps mice and larger bee predators from entering.  :)

[Brian D. Bray]

I have noticed that most beeks use the 3/4 inch side of the solid or screened bottom board.  Heck, the entrance reducer is specifically made for that side of the board.  Anybody using the reverse or 3/8 inch side?  And if so, why?

I also use the 3/8 inch side, but then I'm using my bottom boards as top entrances.  Like Beehopper said, it makes a thinner entrance for the bees to guard and a strip of 1/4 or 3/8 wood can be used as an entrance reducer.

[BeeHopper]

I have noticed that most beeks use the 3/4 inch side of the solid or screened bottom board.  Heck, the entrance reducer is specifically made for that side of the board.  Anybody using the reverse or 3/8 inch side?  And if so, why?

I also use the 3/8 inch side, but then I'm using my bottom boards as top entrances.  Like Beehopper said, it makes a thinner entrance for the bees to guard and a strip of 1/4 or 3/8 wood can be used as an entrance reducer.

Now I remember where I got that idea  ;) :-D