DIY Greenhouse Plastic Installation
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 6 ก.ย. 2024
- This is how I was able to get the two layers of plastic installed on my greenhouse. It was quite a day. But with careful planning and a lot of help from the Lord, I got it done. It looks good and needless to say, I'm very happy with the results and my effort. Phil 4:13 says " I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me". I believe in Him, and I believe in me....and I believed that I could get this job done !
"I am a highly untrained Professional, so don't you try this at home!", Tell Bo Dean that has to be the New Classic! Great Job Bro.
It's 21 x 68, and all the plans were done it my head..many sleepless nights thinking it thru. It's truly a home made, one of kind, greenhouse. I recommend to everyone who is thinking about building one to check on Craigslist and try to find a used GH frame. It can save you a lot of money. Thanks.
I admire your ingenuity. And what a great attitude. Anything to do with gardening, planting seeds, etc. really makes me happy. Thanks for sharing so much with us. I really enjoy your videos.
Brother, you're an inspiration. I'm blown away at your ingenuity and your determinism.
Very good job my friend, god bless you! Watching this video reminded me very much of my kind uncle who had passed away not too long ago. He was a very intelligent man who was close to the Lord and had taught me many things in life. He was a carpenter like his father and an electrician and he believed in me even when I felt like no one else did. Watching you work in this video was very enlightening and brought back many memories of him. Thank you very much my friend and God bless you!
Thanks. I like the combination of the greenhouses and typical outside gardening. Both have their advantages. Production crops like corn, peas, and potatoes do better outside. Whereas tomatoes and cukes seem to do better inside away from the elements. I'm blessed to be able to use both methods.
Absolutely, where there is a will...there is always a way.
Just wanted to say thank you! We had bought a 24x48 greenhouse from an individual that was taken down laying in a field, w/ a box of white plastic to cover with. Thanx to your videos,especially how you put up the plastic helped us soooo much, dont think we could of done it w/out your help. We just today put the skin on in 15-20+mph winds,we did have 4 people,but the rope tricks and rolling/pulling the plastic on made it possible to get it on finally,the only day that we had. Thanx again!
I just want to say thank you. My girlfriend and I bought two green houses both 38 x 100 and the trouble I was having was trying to figure out how to sheet them using just her and myself. Well after watching quite a few videos I came across yours and that's exactly how we did it. Although it didn't go flawlessly due to the wind picking up ( btw anyone who does do it this way do not skip the part of throwing your ropes over just incase, we used five of them tied to cinder block which absolutely saved our behinds) we were able to do them with just the two of us. Also as not to jinx myself or skip any steps I even went as far as saying "here kitty kitty, here plastic plastic come to papa and we pulled it off. Thank you very much and being new to the whole green house life style I have learned very much from your videos and enjoy watching them.
You are such a clever fella! You are gonna be the envy of every gardener out there.
I knew there was a reason for the delay, and what a wonderful reason it turned out to be! With that done, you don't have to worry about the supports after you have the plastic on! God always knows what we need, and did you see how great that cover finally went on! WOW! I'm sure it was hard to do, but you sure make it look easy. I'm so proud of you, and so very happy that you shared it with us. Thank you, Sheila
Awesome, you have inspired me, I have been thinking how to make my own green houses, without breaking my piggy bank, You have shown me the way ! right down to the stove room. BIG thanks !
I used the channels and wire across the bottom and ends. My curtains were long enough to drop down past the channels and allow me to seal everything up. The only downside is the fact that I have to keep it sealed up a bit longer in the spring to avoid messing around with the wire too much. This one is 21 x 68. Kind of an odd size, but that's what you get with homemade. :)
Love your vid, your job on the greenhouse, and especially your faith in Christ. I'm a Mormon and love to see others not ashamed of their faith in Christ. God bless you.
That sounds like a neat idea, especially for areas that stay frozen all the time. It was a mild winter down here, so I would have had trouble keeping it frozen. I ended up using the channels and wire lock to seal the bottom. It worked pretty well.
Thanks, I'm glad the videos have been helpful. I enjoy putting them together and sharing how I do things.
@REDFTW Thank you. Yes... a lot of ideas. Drip, soaker hoses, manual..I gotta see what the layout of the plants is gonna be. And I'd like to do some type of gutter to catch rainwater, but the only place I can put the gutters is at ground level...which means I'd have to bury the storage containers then pump out of them. Not crazy about that idea.
Mr. MPH, terrific job! Altho' I live in Japan, I enjoy your posts & videos immensely, and have gleaned a lot of good tips from you. A lot of things I can't use, as they're either way too expensive, or don't even exist here. But many of the basics I've gleaned & applied from your videos have worked well for me here! Thanks again for sharing! PS. I especially admire your humble spirit, your sharing what you have with others & always giving God the glory for all that He's blessed you with! Keep Rockin' & Growin' !
Thanks Eli. I try to keep things as simple as possible, knowing that supplies will vary quite a bit from one country to another.
5 stars for your inventiveness. I've a 17 x 96' tube house to put together this summer. Going to use your idea for installing the plastic. Thanks !!!
I've watched this video so many times! I can't commend you enough! And Thanks for Praising Our Lord. It's good to remember these things.
Mr MhpGardener, that is just simply amazing, wow.
Great, great job.
You and Mr WebCajun must have went to the same school.
Y'all ALWAYS do the job right.
Thank you Sir for posting all of the good information on here, in doing so you are helping
countless folk grow the very best food, (home grown).
God Bless You.
thanks brother for all u do. you have brought me to a higher level to garden. man I'm relaxed when I'm in the yard and see what God blessing will bring. like u say God willing I see u video as much as I can.
Jealousy has set in, I can only imagine what great things will come from that house, can't wait to get one myself, until then I'll just keep on watching and learning from you. Thanks for the great videos.
this looked all to familiar, 10 years ago we put up our hoop house I used it 6 yrs then upgraded I wish I would of save that hoop house now.. never enough room! real nice Bobby as always.. lots of blood , sweat and tears.. take care! Diane
I cannot believe you put that plastic on there all by yourself. That's a three people job. You're right, now you will never sleep again. The greenhouse really did turn out awesome. It is SO big. Great job with those two layers of plastic. You must be exhausted!
For the rope, I screwed eyebolts into the sidewalls at the top and bottom. They are offset every 4ft, give or take. The rope forms a zig zag once it get threaded thru and holds the side panels pretty well.
Prettiest greenhouse I have ever seen. You have my respect and admiration.
"I don't think I'll ever sleep again." Hahaha. What an amazing demonstration of the power of Jesus Christ. All things are possible. I need to put cranks on my hoop house sides too. Thank you for the video. God bless you and your family, brother. Hopefully you and your family are well.
@Helioforge Thx Pete. Yea, that snow played havoc with your strawberry cover..time for plan B !
Thanks for the prayers, I appreciate that. In about 3 years, if all goes well, I'll have to replace the plastic. I'm not looking forward to it, but I do know that we can get the job done. ;)
Thank you ! The channels and wire make installing plastic much easier.
Bobby you are very good. Don't go selling yourself short. You're a small genius!
Thanks for the videos, the are the best on the internet. No B/S just plain talking. Keep them coming.
What a superb job you have made of it. Looking forward to seeing it full of plants! Shows just what you can do with a bit of Faith.
I admire your determination and ingenuity.
I bent the side supports with a bender that I bought online. It did a good job on 1 1/4 inch EMT. Yes, this is 6 mil greenhouse plastic. UV treated to last about 4 years.
You are an inspiration to me and to everyone else that want to do this. I can't wait to move out in rural america off the grid growing my own food..............................
Thank you. Having the option to grow your own food is a really cool deal.
The center portion of the hoop was from a 14 x 96 frame. The side portion is 1 1/4 EMT. I bought a bender online so I could make that angle to turn it down to the ground. The bends aren't perfect, but they're close.
@IllumTheMessage That is so true. I work by myself pretty much all the time, but I am never alone ! It's a very peaceful feeling just knowing that.
You are the Man Bobby. I wish I had your resources and resourcefulness. Kudos Brother
So, not content with doing the work of four men you decide to use one hand to hold a camera... wow, I am impressed, very impressed! You can rightly be very proud of that job because you deserve to be. I was all pleased with myself installing a new sheet of glass in the roof of my greenhouse today but you have me beaten hands down. Great job.
Best Wishes, Brendan.
WOW!! Now that is just fantastic. Congratulations on an incredible structure.
you are super professional, as you are working alone on the project and do not have any help while installing the greenhouse. I learn lot of theing from your videos. Thanks for uploading for ejucating others.
It's all homemade, no plans to go by. A good place to get started is Craigslist. See if you can find a used GH frame. But be patient...it takes awhile to find the right deal.
@JaxRL I have seen that video. "HotSpot" is a UK product. Here in the US, Growers Supply sells a product called "Guardian Felt Tape". I bought a dozen or so rolls to cover the tops of the hoops, especially where the purlin bkts are, to prevent heat buildup and wear. Its some really sticky stuff, adheres quite well. The only drawback is they didn't give a duration of use. So it might breakdown before the 4 year poly does. Time will tell. :-)
Thats for sure. I got it done, but I don't know that I'd want to try it again. But I never say never !
It's beautiful, I love it! I'm so proud of you! I wish you lived closed to me so I could come and share your blessings and profit off your ingenuity. My mother always said "Necessity is the mother of invention" and you just proved that. Where there's a will, there's a way is my motto because I have to jury rig so many things to make them work when I'm gardening and I love learning what others have done in my same situation. Can't wait to see how you finish this. Exciting.
@MelodeeRose Thx Mel.... thats probably what I'll do. And to protect the plastic a little bit, I'll use some scrap plastic as an extra layer and then put the wire in the channel. I'm very proud of it...and no, I don't wanna do it again ! :-)
Amazing! Can't wait to see how you lay it out inside and all of the beautiful produce you'll get.
Thanks for sharing.
@mhpgardener
I miss the east, keep thinking about moving that way, maybe some day.
I've learned a lot about green houses from you, thanks a bunch, I need one out here.
I have a average of 83 days between frosts up here, lord willing ill start a green house in the spring. Thanks again for all your hard work.
@catfishchic Hehe..had to sweet talk it ! Yes mam..that plastic would raise up, and He'd push it right back down...it was an awesome experience. Thanks, and Merry Christmas to you too !
Well done. I'm impressed especially doing it yourself. I'd say you are highly trained, self-trained. You learn by doing.
It is a great article and I love everything about it and in particular that fact that you beleive in the Lord Jesus Christ. I am planing to start a farm early next year, so, I started doing some research as I have little knowedge about farming. What I have seen on your post, have given me courage to go ahead with the project. I was thinking of traditional farming, with what I have seen, I will definitely go for the geenhouse. Remain Blessed Always and may Jesus Christ keep empowering you.
2 layers of poly, with a blower to keep them inflated, will increase the insulation value, and also cut down on the plastic flapping in the breeze.
Thanks Debbie. I really enjoy the whole growing process, from seed to harvest. I like the eating part too. :)
Good job, do this task by youself is just wonderful and step by step plan ahead is well thought out. you earned by most respect. God bless.
291 LIKES! Make that 292! Love your greenhouse Mr. Mhpgardener! Excellent work. I know your boss. He's quite the carpenter I hear. Cheers to you brother.
Awesome Bobby! I am very impressed on how far that greenhouse has come and the work that you have done on it. I would love to have something like that to grow my vegetables in.
Also, double wall plastic is the way to go. I was sold on that the first time I used it, over 10 years ago.
@Planogardener Thx David. Hanger...hehe. I hope you can get out of the city soon. The future aint looking too good for hanging around downtown. The weather is still doing ok...a little rain here and there..but no bitter cold or snow. Its still "all systems go" for me right now.
The center section was a commerical hoop that I stretched wider. The sides are 1 1/4 EMT and I put one bend in them with a bender that I found online.
I really like your method of adding the extra bracing. We get a lot of high winds here, I'll have to remember that when I build my (itty bitty) greenhouse (hopefully) next year. :)
@GreenhouseSalvation Yes sir...its all trick photography ! I recorded a segment on the curtains and how I made my own. I may post it separately, or just wait till I edit the whole constructuon process. Either way, I'll show it. Thank you James....and Merry Christmas my friend. :-)
@mediamaker2000 My $85 camera gets the job done ! The rectangle is a piece of white plastic that I put up, thinking it might help with light reflectivity. I think its to transparent to be of much use in this way. The plastic is really tough. Just put a couple layers of duct tape on any possible sharp edges and keep going. Even if it punctures the plastic, it won't rip. You just tape over the tear.
I don't know an exact cost. Somewhere between 4500 and 5K I think. I kind of over built it, trying to make sure it didn't go anywhere. Theres a million ways to spend money on these things. It all comes down to what you're gonna be growing, and what meets your needs. I'd check into the basic hoophouse kits, and then look at making whatever modifications you feel like are necessary. Good luck !
You did a GREAT Job!!! Can't wait to see see it full of nice tomatoes and other goodies coming up real soon!!!
Thanks Bill.
You have every right to be proud of yourself. Amazing job - creativity at its best! Fantastic finished product.
Yes indeed...thanks !
Its 6 mil UV treated poly. Check with greenhouse suppliers online such as Growers Suppy, or even Morgan County Seeds. They both stock it.
Sounds fine to me. I'm just a regular country boy, so I'm not sure how much I could help. But, I would certainly try.
@lifeinthailand Thx... you're right about the work. But I only have to do it once. I'll have an update sometime first of the week...I hope !
ditto on the plans. I love the look of the greenhouse and am trying to figure out a set up that will work for me. I want to keep the rain out and control the environment as i go all hydro on my vegetables. I have 30 by 60 area to work with.
@webcajun Yes sir, especially trying to stretch the plastic and get the wire put in. That was a job. Thanks Donald.
@gloorbit Thx friend. I was glad to be able to pull this off....impressed myself..again ! ;-)
If I was any ware close to your place I would be there to help you out. You did a great job working it out.
Other than how to install the plastic, the construction of this greenhouse was all done in my head. I wanted to beef up the structure quite a bit. So I added the 4x4 posts in concrete. The center posts and supports were also planned as part of beefing up the overall frame. I think it's one of a kind. A bit unorthodox, but it works. :)
@Sheila6325 There is ALWAYS a reason. It was an impressive operation for sure. Thanks Sheila...and thank you for the support. :-)
Great looking greenhouse. You should be proud of yourself.
To make it air-tight at the bottom, you could make up an earthen mixture of clay, sand and straw...and a little water. It will mold like play-dough and cure hard as sandstone. It's simple if you have a backhoe or bucket on a tractor to mix it. Wear gloves.
You are awesome! Ive been there and I gave up!!! Now you got me motivated again! Thank you!!!
It's ok to take a step back and regroup. Then .... git er done !
Thanks.... I hope it was helpful. I'm in southern Virginia, a right good ways from TX.
you're a mad genius. omg, and I was having terrible issues with 3 people holding it down and cinder blocks... just goes to show, i need to revise my greenhouse structural integrity lol
Thanks again for the inspiration. Today I cover my greenhouse (I had the structure already done for a couple of weeks). Is very small comparing with yours but you are right, I feel very proud of myself after this is done :D
Thank you. Where there's a will, there's a way.
@prettyroads Thank you mam. Sometimes you just have to make the most of what you have...get creative. Its surprising what you can come up with. Its coming along nicely. The curtains are installed and sealed for the winter, and the west end is covered. Working on the water / electric now. Got lots to do ! ;-)
Great video. Now I will put my plastic on. You made it look easy!
I know I've said it before, but I love your videos. You are so entertaining and informative.
Thanks for the idea for rolling up the side curtain. Going to use that one for sure. God bless
Thanks Michael, I'll do my best.
Very nice Bobby that my friend was a job well done, I like your saying about being an untrained professional I may have to borrow that. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you very much, I do my best.
great job matey.i plan to travel to the USA next year some time to do a bit of research and try to learn a bit more about growing both indoors and outdoors.I would love to add you to the must visit list to learn more about your ideas and current grows.I am all for indoor but slowly leaning towards an outdoor greenhouse the more i research.
Just whipped out the visqueen and used it as finish plastic. 😅🤗 Looks good man 👍
@22justus2 My wheels are always turning, trying to think of ways to solve problems, or to do something better. The curtains are really easy to make. I'll show the process a bit later. Yes mam...patience, patience, patience...there is a reason for everything. :-)
Great Job Bobby.....you should be proud! Very Impressive !
Living the dream! You're amazing. Can't wait to see all the crazy starts you'll have for planting out next summer. I imagine you could easily recoup all your construction costs the first summer with a stand out by the highway. Be careful or you'll put your local grocers out of business!
Thank you for sharing the knowledge. Blessings to you in the name of Jesus!
@shartne No sir...its pretty common on the larger houses. I used the parts from the used frame I had to make the first curtain, and one more on that side. I had to buy new parts and make homemade curtains for the other side...they turned out just as well. I might need a golf cart to ride around inside...LOL Thanks.
Well done and from My Family to Your Family a Very Merry Christmas . I also wish Yours the Very Best for the New Year. Barry and Family.
@ZachAttacksPHX Its a DIY if there ever was one ! It does look pretty good....not bad at all. I had plenty of red and green for lunch..tomatoes, cukes, and peppers :-) And a very Merry Christmas to you too !
@Learning2homestead I wanted to make the frame as stiff as possible. Diagonal braces made a big difference. This one is "itty bitty" compared to some I have seen. But it oughta keep me busy. :-)