National standard brood to 14x12 when?

[menteth]

Hi there, a quick question, that I,m sure has been dealt with a million times.
I'm going to increase my brood box size ( as room seems to be a constant issue). Going from standard national to 14x12.
Is now a good time?
When is the best time? (I can wait). My heart tells me that the tail end of the flow might be a good time. Maybe I'm wrong?
Thanks

 

[Davelin]

Well if it were me I would do it as a Bailey comb change in the spring. Lot of foundation to draw now I reckon.

 

[jenkinsbrynmair]

Well if it were me I would do it as a Bailey comb change in the spring. Lot of foundation to draw now I reckon.

or a shook swarm - it really gets them going (wax building and brood rearing) apparently. Wait until the spring build up starts then go for it

 

[victor meldrew]

Yep! That's the way to go, bailey exchange when Spring flow is on next year , supplementary feed if necessary!
They will draw beautiful straight comb, right down to the corners!
VM

 

[menteth]

Splendid. Spring it is. Thank you very much. Cheers

 

[Midland Beek]

Bees really dunna want to draw wax late in the season. The same might also apply after swarming season.