look honey straight in a jar with no tap….
amazing…:icon_204-2:
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I use these and never really have a problem. Just wiggle gently to break. Take your time, don't force tool in.
As for putting back I tend to line up box first to support and then slide into place, pushing bees out the way.
This seems to be a common theme at the moment with the weather being above average. Monitor how much space they have and if they need it add. Could always extract again and add super back.
Any super added on over winter can effectively become a brood box. It doesnt matter where they end up in the spring. It cant be used again for honey. Not if youve treated or fed.
I mentioned nothing about a QE.
There's no right or wrong technique it what suits the beek so saying that old...
Putting it underneath won't stop them swarming. Adding space may suppress the urge but only an inspection will tell you if there going to go. I personally have added on top so I can gauge how much they are filling up. They may not even need all the space which means I can take it off if...