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11-06-2010, 01:21 AM #1Registered User
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Building a Greenhouse
5 November 2010 Greenhouse on Deck. 5 November 2010 Greenhouse on Deck.
I decided to build a large greenhouse on the deck, which doesn’t get much use. The enclosure will be a sun room if appropriate, instead of the canvas structure that use to be there. I have a small 5000 BTU heater that connects to the barbecue natural gas outlet, so will have some warmth, and will get some use during the Winter months. It took nine days to build by myself, about 72 hours of labor, from 28 of October to 5 November, and cost $1798.63.
Description of the construction. Six, 6 by 6 pillars support the structure. The auxiliary supports are all 2 by 6 spruce planks. Two doors were installed plus a window to ensure reasonably good ventilation. I got the doors free of charge. The slope of the roof is from 8 feet to 7 feet, with a pitch of 1 in 12. Sun is available for about two third of the structure all day. Wood was used to cover the walls where no Sun penetrates. Corrugated SUNTUF UV protected panels was used. It is relatively low cost compared to other coverings, and is almost indestructible. Pictures depict highlights of the method used. Plans were in my head.Durgan
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Great Idea Durgan I hope you enjoy your greenhouse and have abundant plants growing there! I want to see pics of it!
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I'm with Neena (who looks quite comfortable in her fuller fur) who gives the new structure her seal of approval, you always know how to do it right. That is going to be a great place to spend some time planning future gardens.
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good job. Neena looks happy with it too
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That looks great! I can't wait to hear and see your pics as you start seedlings.
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Beautiful job!
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NICE! looks like quality construction. I wish I had that type of drive, 9 days and 72 hours is taking care of business for sure.
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Me and hubby were thinking about building one, now I've made up my mind and it's an absolute yes.
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Awesome looking Greenhouse!
Got to ask, will the Suntuf yellow over time? It certainly does a good job of letting light in.total debt: $23977.09 updated 04/02/11
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Suntuf does not yellow. I have the same material for my utility shed roof. This means I have light, and the Suntuf lasts as long as shingles. I have used it for about 12 years, but moved from where I build my last greenhouse. The old greenhouse is still functioning about a 100 miles from where I now live.
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As usual you did and AWESOME JOB...Boy,, if I weren't already married I would want you as my partner..LOL..I just love seeing how your work just all comes together beautifully..you are very gifted! ((HUGS))......thanks for sharing your pictures with us all.
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That will be so great. Good looking greenhouse durgan.
Like the supervisor too........
She probably thinks you are building it just for her.
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When the greenhouse structure was fully enclosed, Neena would walk around and never through the doors, when I called her.. It was necessary to carry her in and close the doors. Now she is comfortable with the structure and runs through if both doors are open. She sure was suspicious of this new monster on the deck. Originally Posted by frugalfranny
That will be so great. Good looking greenhouse durgan.
Like the supervisor too........ She probably thinks you are building it just for her.Durgan
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Great job! Can't wait to see what you put in it.
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I put two tables in place today, and will prepare it for planting various produce. It was around O degrees C today, and the Sun was shining, and it was necessary to open the doors to keep the temperature down later in the day. Originally Posted by pinetree
Later this week or so, I will carefully monitor the temperature at night with a bit of natural gas heat. I have an open burner at the present time, since my ventless natural gas heater hasn't arrived yet.Durgan
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