Natural Apiary
Natural Apiary Apiarist Polycotton Suit, Camo, 2XL
- Fabric
- Polycotton
- Veil
- Fencing (non-flammable mesh)
- Sizes
- 2XL (listed variant)
Best for A durable all-round suit
Brand
Natural Apiary bee suits, jackets and smocks
Natural Apiary sells the Apiarist polycotton suit and jacket, the Max Pro cotton suit, the Zephyros 3-layer vented suit and a pullover smock.
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Natural Apiary Max Pro Cotton Suit, 2 Veils, Pink
- Fabric
- 100% cotton
- Veil
- Round and fencing (non-flammable)
- Sizes
- M (listed variant)
Best for Defensive colonies in cooler weather
Natural Apiary
Natural Apiary Zephyros 3-Layer Vented Suit, 2 Veils
- Fabric
- 3 layers, 5 mm gap
- Veil
- Round and fencing (non-flammable)
- Sizes
- 2XS pink (listed variant)
Best for Hot weather with good coverage
Natural Apiary
Natural Apiary Apiarist Polycotton Jacket, Fencing Veil
- Fabric
- Polycotton
- Veil
- Fencing (non-flammable)
- Sizes
- S/M (listed variant)
Best for Jacket for routine checks
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Natural Apiary Beekeeping Smock, Fencing Veil, Pink
- Fabric
- 65% cotton / 35% polyester
- Veil
- Fencing (non-flammable)
- Sizes
- M (listed variant)
Best for Short checks on calm hives
No product matches every filter.
What Natural Apiary sells
Natural Apiary is a protective-gear brand with a short, clear lineup. Every item in our catalogue lists metal YKK zippers or a pullover design, and the veils are described as non-flammable mesh.
- Apiarist: a polycotton suit (including a camo variant) and a matching jacket, both with a fencing veil.
- Max Pro: a 100% cotton suit with round and fencing veils and gunmetal YKK zippers.
- Zephyros: a 3-layer vented suit with a 5 mm gap between layers, sold with round and fencing veils.
- Smock: a 65/35 cotton-polyester pullover smock with a fencing veil, for quick checks.
Natural Apiary suits by listed spec
| Product | Fabric | Veil | Sizes | Closure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Apiary Zephyros 3-Layer Vented Suit, 2 Veils | 3 layers, 5 mm gap | Round and fencing (non-flammable) | 2XS pink (listed variant) | Metal YKK zippers |
| Natural Apiary Apiarist Polycotton Suit, Camo, 2XL | Polycotton | Fencing (non-flammable mesh) | 2XL (listed variant) | Metal YKK zippers |
| Natural Apiary Max Pro Cotton Suit, 2 Veils, Pink | 100% cotton | Round and fencing (non-flammable) | M (listed variant) | Gunmetal YKK zippers |
| Natural Apiary Apiarist Polycotton Jacket, Fencing Veil | Polycotton | Fencing (non-flammable) | S/M (listed variant) | Metal YKK zippers |
| Natural Apiary Beekeeping Smock, Fencing Veil, Pink | 65% cotton / 35% polyester | Fencing (non-flammable) | M (listed variant) | Pullover smock |
Specs as listed by the maker or seller; check the listing before you buy.
The size shown is the single variant in our catalogue (from 2XS to 2XL); other sizes and colors exist, and some are marked currently unavailable at times. The Zephyros is the line's hot-weather choice; the Apiarist and Max Pro trade airflow for a denser weave.
How Natural Apiary compares with Humble Bee and OZ ARMOUR
Humble Bee's 430 combines 280 gsm polycotton with 220 gsm vent panels and lists sizes from XXS to 6XL. OZ ARMOUR's 3-layer suits also ship with two veils. Natural Apiary's distinguishing points are the two-veil option on the Max Pro and Zephyros, a smock for short visits, and named zipper hardware. US APIARY and SANEER list 3-layer suits with fencing veils as further alternatives.
Humble Bee
Humble Bee 430 Ventilated Suit with Round Veil
- Fabric
- 280 gsm polycotton + 220 gsm vent panels
- Veil
- Self-supporting round (removable)
- Sizes
- 3XL (fits 6'4"-6'6"); XXS-6XL range
Best for All-round ventilated suit
OZ ARMOUR
OZ ARMOUR 3-Layer Ventilated Suit, Fencing & Round, L
- Fabric
- Air mesh (listing says 3-layer and double-layer)
- Veil
- Fencing and round (detachable)
- Sizes
- L (listed variant); runs small per reviews
Best for Ventilated suit with two veils
Us Apiary
US APIARY 3-Layer Ventilated Suit, Fencing Veil, S
- Fabric
- Polycotton mesh outer/inner, EVA mesh middle
- Veil
- Fencing (non-flammable)
- Sizes
- S (listed variant)
Best for Hot-weather full suit
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Who Natural Apiary suits
Natural Apiary suits a beekeeper who wants a choice of veil styles and a clear step between fabrics: cotton or polycotton for cooler days and defensive colonies, Zephyros for summer. The smock suits quick feeder checks in a calm backyard apiary. It suits you less if you need big-and-tall sizing beyond what the chart lists. No suit stops every sting; fit, smoke and slow movements matter. Wash a suit after a sting, since the alarm scent left in the fabric can make bees more defensive on your next visit.
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Natural Apiary: questions
What is the Natural Apiary Zephyros?
A 3-layer vented suit with a 5 mm gap between layers, sold with round and fencing veils and metal YKK zippers.
Is the Natural Apiary Apiarist suit ventilated?
No. It is listed as polycotton with a fencing veil; the Zephyros is the vented model.
Which Natural Apiary suit comes with two veils?
The Max Pro cotton suit and the Zephyros both list round and fencing veils.
What is a beekeeping smock for?
It is a pullover top with a veil, quicker to put on than a jacket, for short checks on calm colonies.
Are Natural Apiary veils fire resistant?
The listings describe the veil mesh as non-flammable. Still keep smokers away from the veil.