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Beekeeping Veils


Are you a new beekeeper stocking up on protective gear, or a seasoned beekeeper in need of an upgrade or a replacement for an existing veil? Shop at Dadant & Sons for high-quality, affordable beekeeping veils.

A veil is a must-have for all beekeepers. It protects the face from potential stings, lets you inspect bees by keeping them out of your space, and helps you stay focused on the work at hand.

Be sure to wear one while working your bees as usual, but especially during riskier situations like working the bees on a cloudy day or opening a hot hive, so you don't wind up swollen and wondering, "Why didn't I put my veil on?" Dadant & Sons keeps our beekeeping veils breathable so you don’t have to dread slipping one on while working hot days in the bee yard.

Beekeeping veils are comprised of several components:

  • a fine mesh screen that prevents bees from getting to your face
  • a hat or other head covering to keep the mesh away from your skin
  • a method of securing the veil to prevent bees from crawling underneath

Whether you want a veil to use with your favorite hat, a veil with a hat attached, or a veil with a zipper on the bottom, we have the styles and features you know and love.

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The three main types of beekeeper veils that Dadant & Sons carries are hood, square, and round. You can learn more about each below.

Hood Veils

Also known as bee hoods, these veils hang downward like a hood but tend to have less visibility due to their supports, Hood veils are considered more comfortable since they’re a lighter veil in most cases. They also fold down pretty easily, meaning they’re easier to store as well.

An example of our hood veils would be our Pull-over veil.

Square veils

Square veils have two pieces—a hardhat and a folding square mesh veil for visibility. Square veils are very versatile since they can be used with multiple different hats and have a heavier, more durable mesh. Overly aggressive bees may find a way in through a square veil since they aren’t as closed off as their counterparts.

Examples of a square veil would be our Drawstring folding veil, Firefighter folding veil, and Zipper folding veil.

Round veils

Round veils, sometimes referred to as bee veil hats, provide the most visibility among all three veils and have a built-in hat as well. Many have an adjustable band for various head sizes. Round veils tend to be heavy-duty, but can be a bit awkward at times due to their non-folding nature and/or larger brim. Despite this, round veils are one of the most popular veil types.

Examples of a round veil would be our Alexander, Excelsior, and Hat/Veil Combo veils.

 

The best veil you can have is the one you’re most comfortable wearing and have on hand to keep both yourself and your bees safe. Come see what we have available and if there’s a honey veil that fits what you’re looking for. Whether you choose a hood, round, or square option, our veils provide you with the protection you need to care for your bees without incident.

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