My opinion of plastic foundation is overwhelmingly positive.  Here in
Alaska I have yet to see any drawbacks to its use. It may be a bit more
expensive initially, but with spoiled, or broken, sheets of foundation
counted in the cost evens out.  Over the long run I believe that plasic
is cheaper.  I have been using it for several years.  None lost to date.
 
I am converting entirely to plastic foundation as I replace comb.
 
Tom Elliott
Eagle River,  Alaska
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