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> From: [log in to unmask] [mailto:[log in to unmask]]On
> Behalf Of Christine Gray
>
> UK suppliers stick traditionally to Western Red Cedar - a poor
> choice in my
> view as it is too sift to avoid damage at corners from levering
> with a hive
> tool

In my view it is the perfect wood, I have 20 year old hive bodies that have
not rotted or warped, this is without any timber treatment! also corner
damage is not a problem if you use a hive tool with care, it is a problem if
you skimp and use old screwdrivers or chisels.
The other plus point is weight, red cedar is much lighter than exterior
quality plywood.
(Admittedly this is not such a consideration with your hive design.)
Ben.

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