I have switched over to wooden frames with black plastic foundation for the brood boxes (easier to see eggs), and the natural color for the honey supers. The bees draw these out very well. Mann Lake has assembled frames in all sizes for a good price -
http://www.mannlakeltd.com/beekeepin...ry/page17.html. Easier than putting together large amounts of frames and mounting and wiring foundation. IMHO