QUEEN CASTLE 1

[@buggsy5]

I like the design. Minimizing the exposed end grain also reduces the chances of rot starting. As many boxes as you make, you could save a whole lot of time by buying a more powerful table saw. The one you have is woefully underpowered for making dados - which is why it was always bogging down. It wouldn't take long to get your payback on the more expensive saw, probably less than one year. You also need a fence that is faster clamping - with a lever instead of that screw clamp setup on your current saw.

[@owenwilkins429]

How did these work out in 8 frame size Langstroth? I've seen queen castles in 10 frame size. I imagine they would be very tight in an 8 frame. Did you roll any queens, or have trouble using them?

[@scottbenack3468]

I have a few with two sets of handles, . . . guess how that happened. Great tips, thanks Don. I may be makings some castles out of my old ten framers since I'm not using them anymore. I'll need them for extra cells. Is repurposing 10 frame supers ok idea?

[@VWFamilyFarm]

What do you do with the 4 sets of 2 frames of bees/feed after you move the queens to new big hives?

[@deborahabbott7746]

I notice you don't use waterproof glue when you make your box. I was taught to always use glue when putting a box together. I assume you don't think it is necessary, or are you just saving time?

[@fineshooter]

+Deborah Abbott all glues contain formaldehyde also cemented coated staples wont come loose

[@buggsy5]

You are also stapling both directions, which means the staples would have to tear through the wood for the sides to come loose.

[@TrollMediaGroup]

don what is the model number on that stapler?

[@fineshooter]

+Jen And ED (TheBeeKeeper) I am using a senco 1/2 crown 2 inch long

[@jizzyjazzisit]

What is the height of the box

[@jizzyjazzisit]

Per queen castle