Hi, I bought my first bees in a Smith hive - the brood box is quiet old & ideally I’d like to replace it this year. However, I think ideally I’d like to switch to Nationals going forward. I know that Smiths frames will fit loosely into a National hive but given this is the brood box, I want to make sure they are secure- what is the best way to do this? Is there anyway to extend the lugs at all?
Also any recommendations for switching to a new brood box. My hive was strong going into winter but obviously too early for full inspection. Thanks in advance