In a message dated 96-12-24 23:11:30 EST, you write:
 
<<     I have never understood why many beekeepers only paint the outside.
 If
 the hives are painted inside and out they will give better service (better
 yet - dipped).
  [log in to unmask]    Dave Green,  PO Box 1200,  Hemingway,  SC
 29554        (Dave & Jan's Pollination Service,  Pot o'Gold Honey Co.)
  >>
Why on earth would anyone paint the inside of a hive? The bees provide
an excellent sealer.
Harry Sweet
N. California