This is new beekeeping bee keeping observation hive. Made out of pine. The corners are glued with outdoor glue screwed and nailed for extra strength. “Take your bees to show” This hive is a very good item to have on your table at the farmers market or just for show and tell, it will draw a crowd! And help sell all that honey. Or you can do your beekeeping presentations. There is nothing is better than a good visual aid and this is a good one to have. Very classy looking hive. Comes with full instructions. Ready to use right out of the box. Do not put your hive in direct sunlight. NOTHING NEEDED BUT YOUR FRAME AND BEES To use your observation bee hive go to your hive and remove a medium frame from the hive. This observation hive is for showing off your bees for up to 2 days. Simply put the frame back in your hive when done. The observation beehive comes with instructions. Has screws to keep the door closed The viewing area is Plexiglass and it has vents to keep things cool. Just suppy the frame and bees hardware may change hive comes unstained The observation hive holds one medium Langstroth frame. The dimensions inside of the hive are 8″x20″x1 1/2.