Originally Posted by
Mellifera Crofter
I don't know about brood box on top of another, but the space between the frames of two medium boxes is about 1cm (using MB wooden frames). I took the measurement from two medium frame nucleus boxes - but I suppose the space between two normal medium boxes will be the same. I hadn't noticed any squashing of bees between the frames, Adam.
Yes, MB hives are top bee space - but not if you use their wooden frames. I attach a picture.
I agree with Grizzly about the quality of the MB hives. I also like the raised lip on the edge of the box. I suppose that is one of the issues affecting compatibility, but I think it helps to exclude drafts through the hive - particularly on our windy hill.
Kitta
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