Mite Wash Detergent – Fast & Effective Mite Control
Looking for the easiest and most effective way to get accurate mite counts in your hives? Our Mite Wash Detergent is based on the same formula as the detergent that is recommended by Randy Oliver of ScientificBeekeeping.com It has to be a "high sud" formula. Low sud detergents do not work effectively. Randy prefers the high sud detergent to alcohol. It kills the bees & mites quickly and humanely, and dislodge mites fast so you get a reliable reading with minimal fuss. It also stays clear for a longer period of time so that you can re-use the solution many times.
We've tested numerous options over the years, and nothing compares to the performance of this product. It’s fast-acting, inexpensive, and hassle-free.
How to Use:
The detergent is high concentration and should be diluted 1:100 with water.
Mix 10ml of detergent per litre of water for optimal results. The 100ml bottle has a flip cap for precise easy use.
The economical 1 Litre bottle option can be used for refilling the 100ml bottles or making up a bulk batch of wash solution.
Key Features:
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Extremely low cost per wash. Approx. 2 cents per wash if the same solution is used 8 times.
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Quickly & humanely kills bees for accurate mite washing.
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Dislodges mites fast for precise counts.
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Easy to use and cost-effective.
- The most reliable option we've tested.
- Available in 100ml and 1 litre bottle options. Click on the tab above.
- Dilute 1:100 with water when making up the mite wash solution.
If you are serious about effective Varroa Mite monitoring, this is the wash detergent that you must have in your toolkit.
Caution! Never shake a mite wash jar. Accurate results are only achieved if the wash jar is swirled to send the mites to outside of the jar and to drop through the bottom holes.
Tip: This product is fantastic for bubble blowing competitions!