Swedish Cloth Products

Swedish Cloth is used extensively by beekeepers in USA to keep their beehives healthy.

It is an excellent matrix for absorbing Oxalic Acid / Glycerine solution.

The Beequip Swedish Cloth is a high quality product made in Germany, made of 70% cellulose, 30% cotton and is 100% biodegradable.

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The BQ Swedish Cloth does not have any colouring additives or flame retardant chemicals like many other Swedish Cloth products.

BioGro have approved it for Organic Beekeepers to use in their beehives.

The cloth is supplied already pre-cut into strips to suit beehives. Each dry cloth strip is 195mm x 43 mm x 2mm thick and weighs approx. 2.4 grams. 

A dry strip will soak up 25 grams of OA / Glycerine solution and swell up to approx. 195mm x 47mm x 4mm thick.

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Hobbyist Refill and Standard Refill Kits are available 

Important: Research from clients in USA state that the 4 strips are more effective than using a single pad with the same surface area. Having 260% more edge line, is very helpful to the efficacy.

Packed 4000 per carton, 80,000 per pallet.

Directions.

Make up solution comprised of 50% Oxalic Acid Dihydrate and 50% food grade glycerine by weight. See instructions & videos in the mixing guide about heating and mixing the 2 products. The Beequip Cardboard strips are soaked in a solution with 40% Oxalic Acid. The Swedish Cloth strips are soaked in a solution of 50% Oxalic Acid. 50% OA / Glyc solution takes a little longer to dissolve and mix properly than 40% solution.

While the solution is still around 54 - 58°C, soak the equivalent of 25 grams of solution per strip. The strips need to be in a suitable soak bin with a flat base and placed on their edge. Keep the soak bin in a warm place; preferably between 20°C and 30°C. The strips will soak up all the solution within 60 minutes. Keep the bin in a warm place for 24 hours. The solution content per strip will equalize. When placed at room temperature, the solution will solidify in each strip.

The strips can now be used immediately in hives or pack into ziplock bags for long term storage. It is important that they are stored in an airtight container or bag.

A typical strong colony with 2 brood boxes should have 4 strips placed horizontally between the brood boxes, with spaces between the strips.

Scrape off burr comb first.

The 4 strips work more effectively than using single larger pads.

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Caution.

The reports from USA are that this system works extremely well when placed between the brood boxes and placed horizontally over the frames on a double brood box beehive.

It is not so successful when placed over a single brood box colony.

Randy Oliver (scientificbeekeeping.com) agreed with this phenomenon and said that when running single brood box beehives, OAE strips need to be fitted vertically over the frames, like our cardboard strips are used. See Beequip Cardboard Strips. 

Fun fact. The bees maintain a controlled atmosphere in the brood nest which provides the perfect conditions for the cloth to function correctly. The temperature in the brood nest is maintained close to 34°C and the humidity is kept between 58% and 70%. In a single brood box colony, the area directly above a single brood box is not controlled like in the brood nest. 

Strip life. There are many variables to effective strip life, like how much the bees cover it in propolis and how much they chew it. Based on extensive field experience, the strips should be replaced every 8 to 12 weeks. If re-invasion from other colonies is an issue, (it can be very severe in Autumn), do not go longer than 10 weeks.

Easily restock your Swedish cloth supplies with this convenient Swedish Cloth Refill Kit. Designed for beekeepers who already have the tools, this refill pack includes the key components you need to keep your hives in top shape.

Remember to mix your solution 50/50 for these strips

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What’s Included in the Refill Kit?

• 100 Swedish Cloths: Ready for soaking and use in your hives.
• 1.25kg Oxalic Acid (OA): Pure and effective.
• 1.25kg Glycerine: High-quality glycerine for optimal absorption.
• 4 Zip-lock Bags: For easy storage of the soaked strips
  

Why Choose This Refill Kit?

• Quick & Easy Restocking: Ideal for hobbyist beekeepers with an existing setup.
• Cost-Effective: Only the essentials—no extra tools or packaging.
• Hive Maintenance Made Simple: Keep your treatments going without interruption.

Keep your beehive care routine smooth and efficient with this refill kit. Pair it with your existing setup for continuous results!

Get started with ease and precision! This DIY Swedish Cloth Kit includes everything you need to make your own Swedish cloths for use in your beehives. Perfect for hobbyist beekeepers, this kit comes with all the components and tools to simplify the process and ensure success.

Whether you're maintaining healthy hives or exploring innovative methods for pest control, this kit offers convenience and value, just like our popular Hobbyist Kit for Oxalic Acid (OA) treatments.

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What’s Included in the Kit?

• Small Soak Tub: Perfect for preparing your Swedish cloths.
• 4-Litre Pail with Lid: For mixing and storage.
• 1.25kg Glycerine: High-quality glycerine for optimal absorption.
• 1.25kg Oxalic Acid (OA): Pure oxalic acid for effective results.
• 100 x Swedish Cloths: Ready to soak and use.
• 4 Ziplock Bags: Ideal for storing your prepared cloths.
• Digital Thermometer: Ensures precise temperature control during preparation.
• Wooden Trivet & Stirrer: Keep everything steady and well-mixed.
• Instruction Booklet: Easy-to-follow, step-by-step guide to ensure success.

Why Choose This Kit?

• All-in-One Solution: Save time gathering components; everything you need is included.
• Hobbyist-Friendly: Designed for small-scale beekeepers looking for cost-effective and reliable hive management solutions.
• Simple Instructions: Clear guidance to help you create Swedish cloths like a pro.

Click here to view the full instructions online and start your journey toward better beehive care today!

Stay prepared with the Swedish Cloth Standard Kit, ideal for large-scale beekeepers or those looking for long-term hive maintenance solutions. This bulk kit includes everything you need to make thousands of Swedish cloths, ensuring your hives remain healthy and productive.

Remember to mix your solution 50/50 for these strips

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What’s Included in the Standard Kit?

• 4000 Swedish Cloths: Ready for soaking and use in your hives.
• 50kg Oxalic Acid (OA): High-purity oxalic acid for effective treatments.
• 50kg Glycerine: Premium glycerine for optimal absorption.

Why Choose the Standard Kit?

• Bulk Supply: Perfect for commercial or large-scale beekeeping operations.
• Cost-Effective Solution: Buy in bulk and save.
• Reliable Hive Maintenance: Ensure continuous care for your hives.

This comprehensive kit is designed for serious beekeepers who want a ready supply of Swedish cloths to support their hive management needs.

NOTE: this may exceed our websites shipping capability. Please request a quote and we will get back to you as soon as we can.

Oxalic Acid Dihydrate Crystals. 99.5% 

Oxalic Acid is used by many different industries for many different applications.

• Beekeepers.
• Exterior timber deep cleaning and preparation.
• Commercial laundries. Rust and mineral deposit remover on fabric.
• Building and construction cleaning. Mineral staining, grout, mortar, bricks, tiles, pavers.
• Professional carpet cleaning. Rust and mineral stain removal.
• Rust, scale and watermark removal from baths, basins and other washroom surfaces.
• Hardwood stain removal on concrete and carpet
• Waterlines and deposits on boat hulls and marine applications

Many beekeepers use Oxalic Acid with our Vaporizers

We also sell Glycerine and cardboard or paper strips

500g pottles, 2kg pottles or 25kg Bags

Ensure to reading safety instructions before opening container.

Click here to view our mixing guide for oxalic acid and glycerine

Check out our packages here, with everything you need to get started including Oxalic Acid

Top quality glycerine. 

Derived from plants, this product is RSPO certified with the objective being to promote the growth and use of sustainable products.

Conforms to USP43, which means it is suitable for food and pharmaceutical applications.

Check out our packages here, with everything you need to get started using Oxalic acid and Glycerine in your hives.

This large 304 grade stainless steel heated tank makes it nice and easy to liquify up to 100kg of crystallized honey, or wax or anything that requires gentle heat!

The tank has an outer jacket which is filled with water or oil. The electric element heats the liquid in the outer jacket directly to provide a very safe and even heat to the contents inside the tank.

The tank holds up to 80 litres of liquid and can be heated close to 90 degrees. The tank has an outlet at the bottom. A ball valve comes as standard. You can also fit a honey gate, sold separately here.

The unit has an accurate and easy-to-use thermostatic controller. Adjustable from 30°C to 90°C where you set upper and lower limits. Simply set your upper and lower limit and the element will maintain the temperature between that setting. Once the jacket has heated to the desired temperature, the thermostat only supplies power to the heating element as it is needed to maintain the correct temperature.

Dimensions:- The tank is 510mm diameter plus any of the fittings on the side.  Height to the top of the tank is 630mm.

230 volt, 2000 watt.