Folding Three Hive Stand

The 5' Folding Three Hive Stand provides a sturdy and elevated platform for your beehives, keeping them off the ground and at a convenient working height. This stand raises your hives 14 inches, deterring pests like skunks while maintaining accessibility. Its foldable leg design allows for effortless transport—small enough to fit in a car trunk when folded.

It supports 3, 10-frame hives or smaller configurations, thanks to its versatile design, and is constructed with pressure-treated lumber for durability.

Key Features and Benefits

• 14-Inch Elevation: Keeps hives off the ground, protecting them from pests and moisture.

• Foldable Design: Legs pivot into the platform for compact transport, even fitting in smaller cars like a Civic.

• Spacious Platform: Holds 3, 10-frame hives with extra room for 8-frame or 5-frame hives.

• Durable Materials: Made from pressure-treated, ground-rated lumber for weather resistance and longevity.

• Heavy-Duty Support: Built to handle the full weight of 3, 10-frame hives with honey boxes.

• Rust-Resistant Hardware: Assembled with outdoor-rated screws, glue, and hardware for lasting strength.

Detailed Description

This Folding Three Hive Stand is a game-changer for beekeepers who want an efficient, durable, and portable solution for their apiary. Designed with usability and longevity in mind, the stand is crafted from pressure-treated, ground-rated 2x6 lumber, ensuring it withstands years of exposure to the elements. The platform measures 60 inches long by 20 ½ inches wide, providing ample space for your hives while maintaining stability.

The foldable legs, made from 2x4 lumber, pivot neatly into the platform, making it easy to transport the stand or store it during off-seasons. With rust-resistant hardware and outdoor-rated screws, this stand is built to endure the rigors of beekeeping. Whether you're housing 10-frame, 8-frame, or 5-frame hives, this versatile stand offers reliable support and peace of mind.

Looking for a more adjustable solution? Check out our Metal Hive Stand with Adjustable Legs for a customizable height option.

Want to learn more? Read our blog on Beehive Basic Components.

Check out our Equipment Accessories collection. 

Explore our full range of Beekeeping Supplies for additional tools and resources.

To start a return, visit our return portal here.

We have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return.

To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. The order will also need to have been placed through our retail store or through www.foxhoundbeecompany.com

Damages and issues

Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us within 7 days if the item is defective or damaged or if you received the wrong item so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right. 

Exceptions / non-returnable items

Certain types of items cannot be returned, like perishable goods (such as food, flowers, or plants), custom products (such as special orders or personalized items), and personal care goods (such as beauty products). We also do not accept returns for hazardous materials, flammable liquids, or gases. Please get in touch if you have questions or concerns about your specific item.

Unfortunately, we cannot accept returns on sale items, clearance items, food, or gift cards.

Exchanges

For exchanges, we are happy to receive products back in new, unused condition, and we can exchange them. Products are inspected upon return prior to shipping out the exchanged item. Products received in new condition and exchanged for store credit or another item are not charged the 3% restocking fee. 

For returns, it is always helpful to leave a short note with the return for staff so they can easily follow up on where the return came from, the product you want to exchange it for, or the reason for the return.

Refunds

We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded using your original payment method. Please remember that it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund, too.

When a return is issued, it is subject to a 3% restocking fee based on the credit card fees charged to us during the initial payment. We charge this fee and do not refund it when we issue customer refunds. This 3% restocking fee covers the credit card expense. The restocking fee is charged to all returns unless the return is due to an error by us. 

You can avoid the restocking fee by getting a refund in the form of store credit. 

Unauthorized returns or products returned used or in an unsellable condition can either be sent back at the customer's expense, accepted with a restocking fee up to 90% at our discretion, or disposed of. 

European Union 14-day cooling off period

Notwithstanding the above, if the merchandise is being shipped into the European Union, you have the right to cancel or return your order within 14 days, for any reason and without a justification. As above, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.