--- Karl Dehning <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
>
>      Recently I was offered some VERY CHEAP
> (comparitivley) standard langstroth hives manufactured from 20mm
waterproof plywood. Has anybody had something similar (plywood) in the
field for some time? How does this compare to pine?

      In reply to your question, I made several boxes from 3/4 inch
(approximately 18mm) about nine years ago.  I used a rabbit joint for
the corners and covered the corners with tin flashing. I also used a
cleat on the ends for handles.  These boxes are still in great shape
today.  In fact, they are in better shape than some standard pine boxes
I made at the same time. Our climate here is usually a bit dry in the
summer but can be quite wet at other times of the year.
>
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