true, the articles in the abj 10/98 say nothing about preserving woodenware by dipping in paraffin...however, on the question of temperature and afb they are quite clear: "...at temperatures below 150oC results obtained on disinfecting are not satisfactory..."and"...there was absolutely no P.larvae growth detected, indicating that paraffin at 160oC [for 10 minutes] is an effective way of eliminating afb spores in contaminated hive parts..." it may be of interest to note the authors mention that vegetable oils, such as linseed oil, can be used instead...here in florida(usa), pine resin (rosin?) is added to the paraffin dip, perhaps for enhancing wood preserving purposes? regardless, dipping must be repeated after several years of use, presumably with the added benefit of re-disinfection. ___________________________________________________________________ You don't need to buy Internet access to use free Internet e-mail. Get completely free e-mail from Juno at http://www.juno.com/getjuno.html or call Juno at (800) 654-JUNO [654-5866]