[rlc5925]

When using hooked wire foundation with wedged frames how many nails do you use to secure the wedge to the top bar.

 

[Adam]

I use three, one on each end and one in the center.

 

[Monie]

I've used 3 as well.

 

[Old Buzzard]

Three nails as well, I've also used staples again three both manual and air gun.
I personally have found staples easier to place while holding the frame, wedge, etc.

 

[DutchBee]

3 staples with a 19.99 air stapler from arbor frieght
works great never has failed me yet

 

[merdoc]

I got 10 wedge frames and hook foundation.I want to use it in my brood nest when I get 2 packages friday.Im putting five in each hive hope the wax encourages them to draw.I have nails but may use staples I didnt think of that before.Will the staples pryout easy?

 

[rlc5925]

Thanks to all

 

[DutchBee]

I got 10 wedge frames and hook foundation.I want to use it in my brood nest when I get 2 packages friday.Im putting five in each hive hope the wax encourages them to draw.I have nails but may use staples I didnt think of that before.Will the staples pryout easy?

use a 3/8 or little longer staple and you can pry them off to change foundation if needed. I just find a stapler easier to handle than holding little nails and pounding them in.

I have used both nails and staples. either will work.

 

[wcubed]

A tip for assembly:
Make sure before securing that the angle on the hook is as close to 90 degrees as you can make it. If the angle is off a little, securing the wedge, no matter how firm you hold it, puts the long run of wire in a strain and causes a bow in the foundation.

Walt