First of all, the greenhouse is designed to protect various garden and horticultural plants from the effects of negative atmospheric factors (hail, rain, snow, wind, and so on).
A favorable atmosphere is created inside the structure, which makes it possible to grow various fruit crops, and their yield in such conditions increases several times.
As for vegetables and greens, their harvest time comes much earlier compared to the same species if they are grown outdoors.
The huge advantage of installing greenhouses on garden plot is the fact that an excellent harvested crop, and in the case of some crops more than once, can provide vegetables and herbs for the entire winter-spring period.
This can be very cost effective, especially considering that the price of these products in stores during the indicated period of time is quite high.
The idea to build a greenhouse with your own hands comes to mind for many gardeners and gardeners. But before starting work, you must first familiarize yourself with the construction stages of this structure and, most importantly, determine the shape of the greenhouse and its location.
It must be remembered that it is not set for one year. The average time of its operation can be almost ten years.
The best option in this matter would be consultations with specialists. Their advice can be obtained either directly (if such a master is included in the social circle) or via the Internet.
In addition, due to insufficient supply of light and water heat to the greenhouse, it is possible to organize the supply of electricity and arrange watering in the greenhouse by installing an irrigation system.
When building any structure, including a greenhouse, it is best to start the process with design. Create greenhouse blueprints to reflect it external forms and the basic materials that will go to its device.
The structure itself can be small, with an area of about two by three meters and a height of two and a half meters. Or large, three by six meters in area with a similar height.
Of the most popular configurations that are used when installing greenhouses, arched and gable greenhouses stand out. When choosing one of the species, not the last, and perhaps the most important role, is played by the factor of choosing the types of crops that will be grown in the greenhouse in the future.
For example, the arched type is more suitable for planting low-growing crops, that is, tomatoes, eggplants, peppers. The gable type will promote the best growth of tall crops (this type of tomato, cucumber and flowers).
In general, it is not difficult to create a project for a good greenhouse. If you can't do this on your own, then on the Internet there are always various standard projects similar designs.
One of the most common basic materials used in greenhouse construction is polycarbonate. Its attractiveness comes from a number of characteristics, the advantages of this material in comparison with other types of materials used in the construction of similar garden structures, for example, film or glass.
Among the main characteristics are: light transmission, thermal conductivity and strength. One of the main advantages of the material is its lightness and plasticity. The inner composition of polycarbonate allows the sheets to be bent without the risk of breaking.
In addition, the price component serves as an additional advantage. Polycarbonate is considered a cheap material, which further increases its demand.
Already with the direct process of installing polycarbonate sheets, it is best to use a double sheet fastening system. Hard and open. Thus, a ventilation system is formed in the greenhouse.
Having decided on the material for covering the greenhouse, you can proceed to the selection of the frame. There is a wide selection of profiles that can be used when installing the frame system. These include metal pipes with a round, rectangular or square section.
Each designated type has its own advantages and disadvantages. Galvanized pipes are considered the most suitable. square... This profile is excellently characterized by high strength, as well as the presence of galvanized, which protects the structure from corrosion.
However, today plastic is gaining wide popularity among materials. Metal pipes are in many ways inferior to plastic pipes, and many have already appreciated this.
A plastic greenhouse is a modern high-quality construction that has many positive qualities due to the special properties of the material.
Of these, it should be noted that plastic pipes can be easily cut, glued and welded. It is an environmentally friendly material that is not subject to corrosion, mold, and can withstand various atmospheric loads.
Given the appearance of the greenhouse, you can choose either rigid PVC pipes for gable or single slope structures, or flexible PP or PVC for arch types.
In the end, whatever the choice of someone for whom a greenhouse made of pipes with their own hands is already the decision, he can always compare and choose the most optimal frame option.
Installing the greenhouse on clean ground is certainly not worth it. A foundation is needed. Based on the fact that the structure itself belongs to lightweight types, however, requiring stability, the basis for it is made as follows:
When performing these works, it is imperative to remember that if the greenhouse itself is installed very quickly (within one or two days), then when installing the foundation it will take almost a month for good adhesion. Therefore, such work should be done in advance.
When the structure is completely ready, you can proceed to internal equipment... Placement of beds and aisles, determination of places for piping for irrigation, and so on.
Many people like to photograph their work. Some people prefer to shoot the whole process of work, while others like to take pictures based on the results of their work.
But with special pride, friends and acquaintances are always presented with a photo of a greenhouse made with their own hands, where already in full height tomatoes, eggplants and all kinds of other vegetables and greens ripen.
In summer cottages, you can find various forms of greenhouses in which both vegetable and flower plants are grown. This allows you to breed non-seasonal crops throughout the year. The success of the business will depend not only on the design of the greenhouse, but also on what material was used in its manufacture. Our goal is to tell you what types of greenhouses are, and what material can be used in their construction, and we will also consider how the process of building a greenhouse at a summer cottage takes place.
Depending on the design features, greenhouses can be:
The first type is characterized by an arc-shaped roof, which allows the plants growing inside the greenhouse to receive more daylight. The big advantage of this form will be the absence of snow in the winter, so deformation and breakdown of the structure will not threaten you. 
If you decide to install a greenhouse close to any country building, then the option with a pitched roof will suit you. Such a model is very economical, since, in addition to reducing material costs, you save and free place Location on. The only drawback of this design will be the accumulation of snow in winter, which will have to be cleaned off in order to protect the structure from deformation. 
The most common option is the gable form of the greenhouse, which is very spacious for plants and humans. In some cases, summer residents equip a semblance of a recreation area in such buildings, which allows you to combine business with pleasure. 
To date, summer residents are presented with several options for materials that can be used to cover greenhouses and greenhouses. They differ in their structure, price and performance characteristics, so you can choose the material according to your capabilities and requirements.
The most popular greenhouse coating material will be:
If you are not on a budget, then the best option there will be glass and polycarbonate greenhouses, which differ in their strength and performance characteristics. Film is a budget option greenhouses that have been in use for several decades.
You can see what your greenhouse should look like in the video presented:
To figure out which material is best for greenhouses, you need to consider the advantages and disadvantages of each of them.
This material is considered the most suitable option.
Its advantages include:
Its disadvantages include:
Polycarbonate is a polymer plastic that is increasingly used in greenhouse coating.
Its advantages include:
Its disadvantages are:
This material is distinguished by its ease of use and budgetary qualities, especially since the experience of using such material has been confirmed for decades.
Its advantages include:
Its disadvantages include:
Summer residents are forced to build greenhouses for growing vegetable or flower crops, firstly, in order to get a harvest earlier than usual, secondly, to grow crops that are not suitable for a particular climate, and, thirdly, to increase the amount of harvest.
Greenhouses allow you to create favorable conditions for the growth of any plants. If it is not possible to purchase a ready-made structure, then you can always build it yourself, using all your skills for this.
The first question you have is where to start? So that you do not have to rack your brains for a long time, we have drawn up an action plan for you, following which you can easily build a greenhouse on your site.
The first thing you need to do is find a place for the location of the greenhouse. To do this correctly, pay attention to the following requirements:
The second question that you need to decide is the size of the greenhouse. To calculate everything correctly, consider how much and what you will plant in the greenhouse. If you plan to plant tall plants, then best shape the greenhouse will be arched or gable, the height of which will provide you with convenient crop care. You can calculate the dimensions yourself, or take the proposed version of a rectangular greenhouse with a gable roof as a basis. 
The base of the greenhouse can be any, round, square, rectangular or trapezoidal, it all depends on your capabilities.
The frame is the main part of the greenhouse, therefore special requirements are imposed on the choice of material. It must be strong and durable, therefore, for its manufacture, they choose:
The choice of material also depends on your capabilities, even the most budgetary option - wood, can stand for quite a long time.
How to make a greenhouse from cellular polycarbonate can be seen in the video:
In addition to its direct purpose, the foundation plays the role of a pocket in which several high beds... If its construction was carried out incorrectly, then this can lead not only to its destruction, but also to cracking of the greenhouse cover. To avoid this, you need to heed our advice:
Around this trench, it is necessary to install formwork, lay metal reinforcement rods in it and fill it all with concrete. The height of the foundation must be at least 20 cm.
By following these rules, you will create a solid and reliable foundation for the greenhouse, which will not be subject to ground movement.
The manufacture of the frame begins with the marking of the future greenhouse. You have already calculated what size your structure will be and even poured the foundation under it, now you can start assembling the main structure:
Inside the greenhouse, sunlight creates a greenhouse effect. To create an ideal microclimate for plants, greenhouses have to be equipped with a ventilation system. 
Air vents located on the sides of the greenhouse or doors can act as ventilation. Airing helps plants planted in the greenhouse to get sick less after transplanting them into open ground. But drafts must be avoided so as not to harm them.
By placing such vents in the greenhouse roof, you can ensure the movement of warm air outside, and open doors will allow the passage of cool air. There will be no draft, and the air will change.
If you have a small greenhouse, then two vents located on the roof of the greenhouse will be sufficient for good air exchange.
To make the air exchange faster, instead of roofing vents it is better to equip side vents, which will be located above the ground.
For growing tropical plants normal ventilation cannot be used, therefore, as ventilation, vents can be equipped on the principle of blinds.
Summer residents who have been working in greenhouses for several years can tell a lot of tricks on which the yield of vegetable or other crops depends. But everyone, without exception, will answer that growing plants depends on the culture itself, on the amount of heat supplied, on the length of daylight hours, on ventilation, on correct watering and regular feeding.
With some of these subtleties and tricks, we will share with you:
From the foregoing, we can conclude that several types of material can be used for the manufacture of a greenhouse, each of which has its own advantages and disadvantages. If you are planning to make a greenhouse yourself, then by adhering to our action plan, you will complete it without much difficulty. Remember that equipping the greenhouse with vents is as necessary as watering the plants.
Russia has vast territories that are located in different climatic zones. Climatic conditions in most of the country do not allow harvesting throughout the year.
The natural wisdom and ingenuity of a Russian person has made it possible to significantly increase the growing season of plants. By productively using greenhouses of various shapes and designs, amateur gardeners have the opportunity to get an early and late harvest.
A more competent approach to the construction of a greenhouse will allow you to get crops throughout the year. In this article we will try to tell you how to make a greenhouse with your own hands.
A greenhouse made into reality, made with my own hands, takes important place on the site of the summer resident. A self-made greenhouse does not mean that it will be less effective in terms of functionality.
Photos and drawings of greenhouses for do-it-yourself manufacturing can be viewed and studied on thematic sites. The design of the greenhouse, its shape, will depend on the purpose of the object.
The most popular materials for the construction of greenhouses are fiberglass or galvanized metal shaped tube, which performs the supporting role of the structure. Glass, polyethylene film, polycarbonate can be used as a coating.
Usually a greenhouse is designed for a botanical type of plant. Factors such as the luminous flux of the covering material and the maintenance of the required indoor temperature are taken into account.
The shape of the greenhouse is:
Objects that maintain an artificial climate inside themselves can be classified as collapsible and stationary greenhouses. Folding greenhouses quickly occupied their niche in the market for gardeners.
The ultra-light frame has unified parts that can be assembled and disassembled by a person without special training. The price of such a kit will not put serious pressure on the family's budget.
This construction is usually covered with a special plastic film. With careful handling, it can be used for several years.
A kind of classic for summer residents is the stationary construction of the greenhouse. In this case, the steel supporting frame rests on the foundation structure. Oven windows are arranged for ventilation, at equal intervals of sections of wall glazing.
Greenhouses are also subdivided by type characteristic features depending on the author of the project. The design of the greenhouse, the author of which is Kurdyumov, provides for drip irrigation of plants. Greenhouses also have the ability to maintain the desired temperature and humidity range.
The greenhouse design, which was designed by Meatlider, is a solid construction made from natural wood. As a rule, such greenhouses are installed in the direction of the sun's movement. This ensures the best illumination of the plants.
In order to make the simplest greenhouse by hand, it is necessary to carry out the necessary preparatory measures.
When choosing a place for a greenhouse, you should be guided by the fact that there is no interference with direct sunlight. The site should be as flat as possible, it is desirable to have protection from the effects of strong winds.
It should be noted that you will need water for irrigation and electricity for lighting. Therefore, the greenhouse should be located on the site in the permissible proximity of these sources.
Considering the question of choosing the material for the supporting structure of the greenhouse, it should be noted that each of them is good in its own way. The following materials are considered the most popular today:
Wood. Wooden structures are easy to manufacture, no professional skills of the performer are required. Antiseptic treatment of the structure is imperative.
Aluminum. Low specific gravity of metal and sufficient strength, give the frame an aesthetic appearance, stability and durability. The high price of the profile is the main obstacle to widespread use.
Plastic. Due to its low specific weight and sufficient strength, the metal-plastic profile has gained popularity among summer residents. Relatively low price and high performance characteristics have become the hallmark of this material.
Steel. Galvanized steel profiles are quite popular in the construction of greenhouses. Installation of a frame made of a galvanized profile pipe does not require special training and equipment. Under such a frame, it is necessary to arrange a strip foundation.
The reliable structure of the frame will guarantee the protection of plants from the sultry rays of the sun and torrential rains.
After the concrete in the foundation has gained the necessary strength, you can prepare the frame elements for assembly. The elements of the lower chord and the rack are bolted together.
The elements of the upper belt and roof slopes are sequentially connected into a spatial structure with rigid connections. Front door located on the leeward south side.
Ensure effective vortex ventilation by placing opening vents in the roof structure.
When covering the greenhouse with your own hands from polycarbonate, the sheets are attached to the frame with steel anodized screws. A rubber gasket is placed between the polycarbonate sheet and the frame element.
Glass cover is the most traditional material. However, high operating costs have pushed it back in the greenhouse materials market.
The film coating is distinguished by its low cost and ease of use. It should be noted the low durability of this material.
After the greenhouse frame, covering, ventilation has been completed, you can proceed with the installation of the electrical network, heating and water supply.
Given that the humidity in the greenhouse room will be high, all electrical work must be performed taking into account the requirements of the relevant rules and regulations for performing special work.
Stove heating, electricity, gas can be considered as a source of heat for a room. The issue of efficiency will depend on the regional location of the facility.
For productive work, it is advisable to bring water into the greenhouse. For this, they usually use plastic pipe with a diameter of 1.5 inches. The stand is located at the entrance to the premises.
The construction of your own winter greenhouse is a great solution for any practical summer resident. Not every country has a climate that allows you to pamper yourself with delicious vegetables. You can solve this problem by making such a structure with your own hands.
Winter greenhouses have a complex design, so it is not easy to build them yourself. They need the construction of a reliable frame, which must be located on the foundation. In addition, you will need to arrange heating system... The efficiency of the construction depends on it. In a winter greenhouse, there must be:
The dimensions of the structure are determined based on the number of crops that will be grown. It is important to use quality coating material. A thin film will not be able to keep crops from frost and snow. The advantage is additional wall insulation.
Small polycarbonate greenhouse 
Greenhouse of an unusual shape 
Ventilated roof structure 
Greenhouse roof made of glass and tiles 
Athermal glass coated product 
Plants inside the greenhouse 
Greenhouse with ventilated roof 
Glass covered greenhouse 
Greenhouse with a high stone base 
Adjoining a greenhouse to a private house 
Frame structure 
Winter underground structure with glass coating 
Greenhouse with reinforced frame and foil cover 
Metal frame for a winter greenhouse 
Gable winter greenhouse 
Glass-covered greenhouse 
Polycarbonate Coated Greenhouse 
Greenhouse covered with cellular polycarbonate
A greenhouse can be constructed from a variety of materials. The construction market is overflowing with a variety of coatings that are characterized by high strength, low weight and low price. This makes it possible to select materials within a small budget. At the preparation stage, you will need to create a construction plan.
Greenhouses can be divided not only by coating materials, but also by their external shape:
The different shapes of greenhouses can be seen in the picture:
Greenhouses of different shapes
By location, structures can be divided into the following:
The last product is able to receive additional heat from the common wall. As a result, it will be possible to reduce heating costs.
Design selection criteria:
A large number of architectural solutions makes it possible to embody any ideas. You can build a product with your own hands or purchase a ready-made building. Summer residents often grow flowers for sale. If the choice fell on exotic plants, then you need to calculate the costs and study the requirements for the building.
The lean-to greenhouse is a wall structure. Width varies from 2.6 to 3 m. Any length can be chosen. Glass, foil or polycarbonate can be used as the cladding material.
Single slope greenhouse adjacent to the house
The advantages of such a greenhouse:
If the greenhouse is planned to be used all year round, then you will need to connect it to the centralized heating system. This may incur additional costs.
Disadvantages of the design:
The most common greenhouses are gable.
Capital gable greenhouse
All walls are at right angles to the soil. The optimal angle of inclination of the roof is 30–40 °.
Product advantages:
Disadvantages:
In some cases, summer residents erect an arched structure.
Arched construction with polycarbonate coating
The frame has an arc shape. You can choose any length. The maximum height is 2 m.
The advantages of an arched building:
The disadvantages include:
The choice of form depends to a large extent on the personal preferences of the summer resident.
To draw up a drawing, you will need to determine the dimensions of the greenhouse.
Width is the main indicator in the process of determining the dimensions of the structure. In a narrow building, keeping track of plants is problematic. The width of the greenhouse should be such that the product is comfortable to use.
Layout of beds for a greenhouse with an optimal width
In addition, this indicator will also depend on how many beds you need to plant. The distance between the rows also influences. For example, if the beds are wide, then it is quite difficult to reach the extreme point in the process of watering the plants. If the beds are small, then the useful area will be lost on the paths.
The practice of summer residents with extensive experience shows that the best option is when several beds are 80–85 cm, and the passage between them is 35–45 cm. Based on these indicators, the recommended width of the greenhouse will be 2.4–2.6 m. If you need to make not 2, but 3 beds, then the width of the product should be 3–3.4 m. In this case, the width of the beds will be 50–60 cm, and the distance between the beds is 65–70 cm.
The minimum width of the greenhouse is 2.4 m. The width of the door must be taken into account. The optimal size is 60 cm. This passage will provide a comfortable movement for the summer resident. If you plan to use a wheelbarrow, then you will need to make the door wider - about 90 cm.
In some cases, a building is made with several aisles and a central rack about 95 cm wide. The width of such a structure should be 3.8–4.2 m.
This parameter has no effect on anything, it can be anything. Most often, greenhouses are built so long that it is a multiple of 60 or 120 cm. In this case, it will be possible to easily attach the floor panels, which are manufactured in a standard size.
In the process of determining the length, you need to take into account the number and size of pallets that you want to place on the rack. Therefore, the length of the building must correspond to the length of the shelves that are located on them. It is also important to take into account the area that is needed for the tracks along the two ends of the shelves.
It is important that there is little space left between the plants that are placed in the soil or on shelves, while the summer resident has enough space for convenient maintenance.
For example, if it is planned to grow small plants in the ground, then the height of the greenhouse from the upper door cornice to the ceiling will be 40–60 cm. If you want to grow plants on racks, then the dimensions of the shelves must be added to the height.
Important: the height of the greenhouse ridge must be greater than the given value of the side walls. If the height in the ridge is 2.3–2.4 m, then in the cornice it will be 1.6–1.7 m.
The height of the door must be matched to the average height of the user. Most often, the value is 1.8 m.
On the diagram, you need to indicate the length, width and height that were calculated earlier.
A competent drawing is based on the shape and dimensions of the structure, and the construction scheme should be based on the requirements that apply to this structure and the purpose of its application. It is recommended to take the photo and dimensions of the finished greenhouse frames as a basis or draw up a greenhouse project yourself.
An example of a competent drawing
Ready-made structures, which are manufactured at the factory, imply full compliance of the material and frame used with the main load and conditions of use. The diagram of a product, which is being built with your own hands, should be based on similar rules.
The technology for drawing up a design diagram implies compliance with the following features:
The frame of the building can be made of the following materials:
Small greenhouse frame diagram
It is important to carefully consider how the heating system will be placed.
Greenhouse water heating scheme
Most often used in modern greenhouses water heating, which involves heating the grown plants in cold period time by hot water that circulates in the pipes.
If the greenhouse is installed near a private house, then you can connect it to the building heating system. In this case, the heating scheme will make it possible to correctly correlate the heating system of the greenhouse with a similar system of a private house. However, in most cases, an independent system is built for the greenhouse.
In the process of drawing up a diagram, it is imperative to take into account the material that will be used for sheathing the frame. A winter greenhouse must be durable and airtight, so wood or metal is suitable from the materials. These materials are durable, so you can choose any. Wood is easy to work with, but metal is more reliable. The wood will not heat up at elevated temperatures.
The uprights must be strong and thick, otherwise they will not be able to support the weight of the building and the load from the snow on the roof.
Suitable for cladding materials:
If the choice fell on the film, then the frame must be sheathed in several layers. It is not recommended to use this material for arranging the entire product.
Glass-coated greenhouses are often produced.
Small glass greenhouse
The main advantages of this material:
The disadvantages include:
Another type of coating is polyethylene.
Polyethylene coated construction
Main advantages:
The disadvantage is that the material is short-lived. A greenhouse that is covered with polyethylene is not able to withstand the weight of snow and strong winds. Therefore, summer residents need to dismantle the film from frame structure in the winter. However, such actions have a positive effect on the condition of the soil.
Not so long ago appeared on sale new material called agrofiber.
Agrofibre coated construction
Unlike polyethylene, the material is durable and has high level transparency. Agrofibre is able to withstand heavy weight and strong gust of wind. The material is breathable, so the greenhouse does not need to be ventilated frequently. Another advantage is the lightness of the product. This makes it possible to move the greenhouse from place to place.
Another material is polycarbonate.
Polycarbonate coated product
This type of coating is quite popular, as it combines the advantages of the first two types. The material is a lightweight, transparent plastic that has a high level of light transmission. Also, polycarbonate has the following advantages:
During hot weather, the temperature inside the polycarbonate structure can exceed 60 ° C, so the product must be ventilated. It is recommended to provide vents in the building.
The choice of material must be based on the needs.
It is impossible to make mistakes in the process of drawing up a drawing and calculating materials - everything must be accurate to 1 mm. Be sure to indicate the dimensions of the parts, even if they are repeated. An example of calculating the material for the manufacture of the frame is shown in the figure below:
An example of calculating the material for the frame
Installation of polycarbonate sheets
One standard sheet is 6 m long, and the thickness does not matter. The circumference of a standard greenhouse is also 6 m. If it is decided to make a greenhouse as a house, then the formula will be as follows: H x 2 + W, where H is the height of the structure, and W is the width.
Polycarbonate standard sizes
The leaf width is 2.1 m, which is 10 cm more than the standard span between greenhouse sections. This makes it possible to make a tight overlap of the sheets.
The end part of the structure is 3 m wide and 2.1 m high. To sheathe 2 ends, 1 polycarbonate sheet is required.
A sheet 6 m long must be cut into two parts to obtain 2 segments of 3 m each. The height of the segments will be 2.1 m. The elements completely repeat the dimensions of the pediment.
Accordingly, for a greenhouse with a length of 4 m, 3 sheets of material are needed. The first sheet is fixed at the end of the structure, and the remaining 2 sheets cover the product at the top. If you plan to make a structure 6 m long, then you need to purchase 4 sheets of material. For a greenhouse with a length of 8 m, 5 sheets of polycarbonate will be needed.
To make a greenhouse, the following elements will be needed:
It is important to prepare tools and materials in advance so as not to stop the construction process.
The construction of a greenhouse begins with the choice of the location of the structure. It is important to consider the following factors:
To protect the greenhouse from the wind, summer residents often plant hedge... It should be remembered that the fence must be at least 10 m apart. The distance depends on the height of the ridge.
The simplest method for constructing a base for a greenhouse is to strap its perimeter with slats with a cross section of 12x12 cm.
Wooden base for a greenhouse
Manufacturing sequence:
The advantage of such a foundation is the possibility of dismantling and ease of installation. The disadvantage is that the substrate is subject to rotting, even if protective equipment is used. Accordingly, it is recommended to use the foundation only as a temporary option.
If the site is damp, then a block base will do.
Greenhouse block foundation
You can do it this way:
In places where the base adjoins the walls of the greenhouse, it is important to use whole bricks. The gaps between the material can be filled with small pieces.
The most reliable foundation is a brick structure on a concrete base. Manufacturing instruction:
Visually, the process of making the base can be seen in the figure:
Making a brick base
In the process of installing the greenhouse, it is necessary to drill holes for bolts in the frame structure, after which the joints should be tightened with nuts. It is recommended to install a waterproofing layer between the timber frame and the bricks.
One of the main processes is the construction of the basement. The element is made from new bricks.
Greenhouse base
Sequencing:
Frame construction instructions:
Additionally, corner supports can be provided.
As mentioned earlier, it is best to use polycarbonate. It is worth knowing that the plastic coating expands in heat and shrinks when the temperature drops.
When installing the material, the following factors should be taken into account:
Polycarbonate can be fixed with various fasteners.
The rules for mounting fasteners are shown in the figure:
Rules for installing self-tapping screws in polycarbonate
Step-by-step instructions for sheathing the frame:
Small roof overhang for joining surfaces
If there is no overhang, then the junction of the inclined and vertical base must be fastened with an adjustable corner profile.
Types of profiles for polycarbonate
Installation of large parts through a split profile
You can drill polycarbonate using standard metal drills.
At the end, you will need to install the door.
At this stage, you need to bring electricity and water into the structure. It is recommended to involve a specialist. Sequencing:
At the end, heating is installed.
It is important to choose a heating system based on the needs and capabilities.
The productivity of the greenhouse depends on the type of heating. Today there are many heating options: To choose, you need to consider the advantages and disadvantages of each of them:
The choice of heating system should be based on the local climate, the planned budget and the type of plants grown.
To extend the life of your greenhouse, it is important to consider the following:
Greenhouses do not require special attention, however, periodic cleaning is recommended.
If you take a responsible approach to the issue of construction and follow the technology, then you can make a high-quality structure with your own hands, in which it will be possible to grow almost any plants.
Unfortunately, we live in an era of catastrophically polluted ecology, and the desire of most people to eat organic food all year round is quite understandable. Hence the interest of those who have at least some piece of land in their use in the construction of greenhouses.
Greenhouses are different: seasonal or capital, large or small, factory-made or home-made. But they have the same goal - to get an environmentally friendly crop as early as possible and as large as possible.
Currently there is big choice greenhouses of various designs . It is very difficult for a beginner to understand what to choose and where to start construction in general. How to calculate the area of the greenhouse to get the planned harvest, whether you need a foundation and what kind, how to carry out heating, which roof to give preference to and much more. So let's start from scratch.
Winter greenhouses differ from seasonal ones in many ways.
But the variety of winter greenhouses is especially great in terms of architectural design.
Wall-mounted greenhouses are small and economical to build 
It is convenient to grow undersized crops in arched capital greenhouses. 
Farm greenhouses are used in all regions and are designed for large yields 
Gable roof in the form of a drop withstands heavy loads and removes snow well in winter
But whatever the configuration, it should be remembered that a winter greenhouse is a solid structure with heating and lighting. And frankly, its construction is not a cheap pleasure. On the other hand, once you spend money and effort, you will enjoy quality products for many years throughout the year. And the result of your work will no longer depend on the vagaries of the weather or on the soil, but only on your efforts and skill.
The thermos greenhouse is especially popular among domestic gardeners, primarily because it allows you to get a high yield, while minimizing the cost of its maintenance (lighting and heating). It got its name for the fact that it is a structure completely isolated not only from atmospheric conditions, but also from cold soil.
The thermos greenhouse fully justifies its name, because it is a structure isolated from the external environment, in which even the most exotic plants can be grown
Advantages of a greenhouse thermos:
Disadvantages:
It is easy to see that this design has more advantages than disadvantages, therefore, in today's realities, this is perhaps the best option for all-season growing of greens, fruits and vegetables not only for your family, but also for sale.
Before starting construction, answer yourself a number of questions:
Agree if you live in a private house and will build a greenhouse on your personal plot- this is one thing, but building a greenhouse on a summer cottage, where no one lives in winter, is quite another.
If you are building a greenhouse on an area that remains uninhabited in winter, it is hardly worth making it an all-season
An important criterion is your financial capabilities at the moment and their at least the slightest degree of security for the future, so as not to get a long-term construction instead of the planned harvest.
If you have thought everything over and decided, then there is a certain sequence of construction, which you need to know.
The amount of materials is calculated individually, depending on the size and configuration of the building.
Shallow strip foundations ideal for small greenhouses
The metal frame of the winter greenhouse can be reinforced with transverse stiffening ribs
The angle of inclination of the roof must be selected based on the requirements of aesthetics and the ability of the greenhouse to withstand layers of snow on its surface
Ventilation windows can be opened manually or with automatic system analyzing the atmospheric conditions inside and outside the greenhouse
After the glass is inserted into the frame, it must be smeared along the contour with a sealant, and then secured with a wooden or plastic glazing bead
Various canopies and gutters are used to protect the greenhouse walls and collect rainwater
Heating is the most important engineering system for a winter greenhouse. When installing it, it is important to observe a compromise between economic feasibility and providing the necessary microclimate for the crops grown.
For small greenhouses, the usable area of which is within 15–20 m², it is enough to equip a stove heating. For heating larger greenhouses, use:
The water heated in the boiler spreads through the pipes, where it gives off its heat to the surrounding soil
Electrical heating is produced by cables that heat up when an electric current passes through them
To heat the greenhouse, you can hang electric heaters under the ceiling
When using organic matter, it is imperative to take into account the level of its acidity so as not to ruin the soil, and, accordingly, the crop.
So, you have decided and decided - to be a greenhouse! Then you need to think about the illumination of plants in order to artificially extend the daylight hours. This is especially true for the northern regions, where natural sunlight is not enough for plant photosynthesis.
It is not difficult to do it yourself. The main thing is to correctly calculate the total power of special lamps, calculated for the area of \ u200b \ u200bthe beds and set the time and duration of operation on the light sensor and timer.
It will not hurt to do automatic drip irrigation for timely replenishment of moisture in the plant root system. The principle of operation of such automation is simple, if desired, any owner can cope with this. Water is drawn into a container where a heating element is installed, and then, using a pump, strictly according to a timer, through supply hoses, compensated droppers and root pegs, it flows to the plants.
To have fresh fruits, herbs and vegetables all year round, not only on your table, but also to quickly recoup the financial costs of construction, you must have a greenhouse with useful area at least 50-60 m², and ideally 100 m².
In this article, we have highlighted the main aspects of building winter greenhouses with our own hands. We hope that now you will be able to quickly build a winter greenhouse and enjoy the fruits of your labor for many years.
