How to build your greenhouse garden

In the modern times, people prefer a personal greenhouse garden that allows them to grow their favorite flowers, vegetables, and herbs all year long, for greenhouses provide seedlings and plants with warmth in the winter and cool in the summer, letting they participate in their favorite hobby every day of the year. Actually, there are a lot of things to consider before choosing the greenhouse that’s right for you as follows:

1. Frame Materials
A majority of greenhouse frames are made of wood or metal. Wood is less expensive, easier to work with and suitable for small- to medium-size greenhouses. Metal is stronger and more weather resistant than wood, but it’s costlier. In addition, plastic greenhouse would be a better choice because it’s lightweight, corrosion resistant, and even cost- effective in a short long term.

2. Orientation to the Sun
Since the main purpose of a greenhouse is to provide a warm, sunny spot for your plants, optimal greenhouse orientation is facing south or southeast in order to capture the early-morning sun. An east-facing orientation works well in most climates, too. Try to pick a location that receives at least six hours of uninterrupted sun per day. If you live in a region that receives significant snowfall, be sure the snow-load rating of the greenhouse can support a blanket of snow without collapsing. Of course, in most cases, a solar greenhouse would be your top choice if you have enough budgets in your project.

3. Glazing Options
Considering that choosing the proper type of covering is a key step in creating an effective growing environment in your greenhouse garden, it is very important for you to select the exact covering that fits your needs and budget. In general, glass is the most traditional glazing material for greenhouses. But glass is heavy, fragile and expensive, so most personal greenhouse gardens are glazed with polycarbonate, acrylic, fiberglass, or polyethylene sheeting. Furthermore, panels of polycarbonate, acrylic and fiberglass are resilient, good insulators and have excellent light transmission, although fiberglass can discolor over time. Polyethylene sheeting is very affordable and easy to install, but it’s not very tough and can be easily punctured and damaged. Dong Peng Bo Da Steel Pipe Group is a famous steel pipe manufacturer in China. We are committed to producing various types of steel frame structures for your choice in your greenhouse project in future. Our products are all designed for the fast and easy installation of your greenhouse garden. Contact us if you have any need in your project.