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Ron van Mierlo wrote:
> What by the way is the main reason that frames are not made of an even harder wood,
> like beech or oak, their higher weight? Otherwise properly aged beech should in my
> eyes be very strong and nice for drilling, milling or whatever and wires would not cut in
> like with the softer woods. Measurements could be kept much more exact and the frames
> become more sturdy as well.
Cost is the first reason, both in material and labor. Pine and other
softwoods are easy to work and forgiving (think nails- you will have to
drill every one of those nail holes unless you are ready for lots of
split wood).
As you note, weight is a real drawback, with back being the operative word.
Plus I would rather have hardwood furniture in my living room and not in
the hive.
Bill Truesdell
Bath, Maine
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