The positives of double brood for me are ease of splitting (for whatever reason), rarely having to feed, all the brood parts are identical and usually I can do a comb change once the bees are properly active by removing the bottom box (which is rarely in use at that point) and putting a fresh box of foundation on top, then repeating the process for the next season.

The Optional Extra of fully pressure-treated V Lap timber is 16mm finished and being V Lap there is only a small V shape at the top of the cladding. At BS Honey Bees Ltd, we're not just a supplier; we're your dedicated partner in beekeeping, offering the pinnacle of bee quality and service.Each component is one piece moulded so there are no weak joints and very minimal assembly needed before you add your bees. All in all I am happy with my decision and will continue down the 14 x 12 route I am even using them on some converted Smiths hives and find the shorter lugs no problem at all. We take great pride in our nuc production and we guaranteed you will not be disappointed with the bees.

Then you need to make sure any extractor can take that size of frame, they will cost a bit more, but there are some advantages. The most common flaw is a slight blue tinge which is a natural colouration sometimes appearing during the drying process whilst some others may have a small knot in the underside of the frame bar. We have also eliminated the use of integrated feeders that cause issues like disturbance to the nest when feeding, brace comb, and drowning bees.Top bars are 7/8 wide, Hoffman self spacing sidebars are 1 3/8 wide at top tapering to 1 1/16 at the bottom. But it's all a matter of personal choice and what suits YOU - the only way to find out is to try a 14 x 12 and see.