Starter strips

Using starter strips on foundationless frames provides bees with a guide to build straight combs along the frame. Starter strips are narrow strips of wax or plastic foundation attached to the top bar of foundationless frames. These strips provide a template for bees to begin comb construction, encouraging them to draw comb straight down within the frame boundaries. Starter strips are a simple and effective way to promote straight comb building on foundationless frames, improving comb uniformity and manageability. Starter strips are commercially available or can be DIY-made from wax foundation.