How to choose a greenhouse for your summer cottage.
Agriculture began to actively develop in Russia. Recently, vegetables in Russia are very expensive, so we have to grow the crop ourselves in a greenhouse on our own plot. According to Rosstat forecasts,
by 2021 we will practically no longer need imports.
ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT ADVICE!!! HOW TO CHOOSE A GREENHOUSE FOR A LONG TERM.
The price of a greenhouse consists of two components: the greenhouse frame and cellular polycarbonate.
Which greenhouse frame should you not buy?
— Collapsible greenhouse arcs into several parts (will not withstand snowfall and hurricane)
-Metal thickness less than 1.2 mm (it will break from snow)
— In order to twist the frame you need to use more than 50 bolts (you need to tighten it annually)
— The metal frame is covered with regular paint, the primer is enamel, or cold galvanized (it will quickly rust and fail)
— The weight of the greenhouse is less than 60 kg assembled without polycarbonate (it will fly around the garden)
The best arched greenhouses
The traditional arched form of a greenhouse is more familiar to a gardener and easier to produce. It has enough space to grow crops of varying heights.
Polygal Kolibri "Bogatyr" Zinc 4x2.5 - the strongest greenhouse
4.9
★★★★★
editorial assessment
91%
buyers recommend this product
Greenhouse Bogatyr is called that for a reason. It can withstand a snow load of 334 kg per 1 sq. m. This became possible thanks to a reinforced frame made of double galvanized steel pipes with a cross-section of 20x20 mm.
The step between the arches is only 65 cm. The structure can withstand even hurricane winds at a speed of 40 m/s. The buyer chooses polycarbonate from Russian or foreign proven suppliers independently.
Advantages:
- easy repair - polycarbonate is simply attached with self-tapping screws;
- easy transportation;
- light weight - the frame together with polycarbonate pulls only 115 kg;
- wide range of sizes.
Flaws:
- welded arcs.
Thanks to the ability to choose your own width and length, such a greenhouse is suitable for any site. It is especially good for use in regions with strong winds.
Bastion “Tulip” Premium – with opening roof
4.8
★★★★★
editorial assessment
87%
buyers recommend this product
This greenhouse from the Moscow Bastion plant is simply a center of innovation. With the AntiStorm guide system, the frame is not afraid of any natural disasters. The guarantee of this is a ten-year warranty from the manufacturer.
At the request of the owner, the roof and side walls can be opened. Moreover, you don’t need to make any special efforts for this - even a child can cope with the task.
Rubber seals in sliding areas reliably insulate the greenhouse. With a height of 2.1 m and a width of 3 m, the length can be from 4 to 10 m - depending on the wishes of the buyer.
Advantages:
- several types of cellular polycarbonate to choose from;
- installation of sheets into guides;
- frame made of square galvanized pipe with a thickness of 1.2 mm and a cross-section of 20x40 mm.
Flaws:
- thin layer of galvanization - will require tinting;
- assembly and delivery only in the Moscow region.
This greenhouse is suitable for those who do not want to spend a lot of effort to get a harvest.
Volya Yota 220x200cm – with a frame made of galvanized pipes
4.8
★★★★★
editorial assessment
88%
buyers recommend this product
The well-known Russian product fully meets all the requirements for a high-quality greenhouse.
A durable frame made of galvanized pipe with a cross-section of 20x20 mm with an arc pitch of 102 cm will last a long time - the manufacturers give an 8-year guarantee on it.
And for good reason - this baby is able to withstand heavy snow loads of up to 560 kg/sq. m. If the winters are not extremely snowy, you won’t need to dismantle it in the fall at all.
Advantages:
- 4 mm thick cellular polycarbonate coating;
- two doors and two windows;
- the ability to increase the area due to additional arcs;
- low price.
Flaws:
- the width allows you to make only two beds.
Volya Yota is intended for a small area, but it will be able to winter with dignity in most regions of Russia.
Billion “April” – greenhouse with reinforced frame
4.7
★★★★★
editorial assessment
86%
buyers recommend this product
This greenhouse is produced by a company from Tyumen. The April frame is made of a profile galvanized steel pipe with a cross-section of 20x20 mm with reinforcement of the upper part.
Its rigidity is ensured by all-welded elements - they do not require assembly and are completely ready for installation.
For the coating, foreign-made polycarbonate with a thickness of 4 mm is used. The length of the greenhouse can be any multiple of 1 m. The width and height are 2.5 and 2.1 m, respectively.
Advantages:
- possibility of installation without a foundation - on metal pins;
- side window in addition to doors and end windows;
- reinforced frame;
- low price.
Flaws:
- You will have to assemble it yourself.
The April greenhouse is ideal for regions with harsh climates.
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Which greenhouse frame will last more than 10 years?
— Solid greenhouse arcs (load more than a ton)
— Metal thickness of at least 1.2 mm (metal decomposition period up to 25 years)
— Metal coating thermoplastic or hot-dip galvanized with a thickness of more than 200 microns (service life up to 50 years)
— Frame made of double arches without crabs (high strength if the parts are solid)
Which polycarbonate is not worth buying?
Polycarbonate with a density of less than 0.65 kg/m2 (will quickly crack and turn yellow)
Polycarbonate with the addition of recycled materials (will last one season)
Polycarbonate with a warranty of less than 10 years (actually 6 months)
Which polycarbonate is better for a greenhouse that will last more than 10 years
— High-density polycarbonate more than 650 grams per square meter, the weight of one sheet should be from 7 to 10 kg
— Polycarbonate from virgin raw materials
— Polycarbonate with UV protection inside and outside method - Co-extrusion!
If you use this recommendation, you will not become one of those who buy a new greenhouse every year
You ask where is the best place to buy a polycarbonate greenhouse - We will answer ONLY from the Bastion company!
“Bastion Premium” polycarbonate greenhouse is the most beautiful and strong and has no analogues in terms of strength and service life.
By 2021, the production of greenhouses is actively developing; greenhouses made of wood covered with film have long become obsolete, just like expensive glass structures.
“Greenhouses made of cellular polycarbonate”, which are 100 times stronger and more practical than wooden structures, are gaining popularity in Russia. It turns out that such a greenhouse has become much cheaper and is no longer just an attribute on a summer cottage. It turns out that such a greenhouse should be located on every site? It turns out that yes, but only a high-quality and practical greenhouse made of cellular polycarbonate. Which greenhouse is better, arched or gabled, we will consider further….
Unfortunately, the greenhouse market in Russia is oversaturated with low-quality greenhouse designs and second-rate cellular polycarbonate.
Such greenhouses fail during the season and are subject to complete destruction in the winter.
After which you have to replace the greenhouse with a new one. Unscrupulous greenhouse sellers go to all kinds of tricks to deceive our pensioners by selling them a low-quality greenhouse at an expensive price. To do this, we recommend our selection of the best greenhouses of 2016-2017, buyers who have no complaints and are satisfied with the purchase. Which greenhouse is better, galvanized or painted? All galvanized and painted greenhouses have a service life of no more than 5 years, so a powder-coated greenhouse would be better
The best gable greenhouses with straight walls
The straight walls of such structures allow even tall crops to be planted next to them, and snow does not linger on steep slopes in winter.
Very Strong "Mittlider" - a super strong greenhouse with an ideal microclimate
4.8
★★★★★
editorial assessment
96%
buyers recommend this product
The name of the manufacturing company in this case turned out to be very symbolic - the greenhouse frame made of a solid double arc with a section of 40x20 and 20x20 mm is really very strong. It is capable of withstanding a record snow load of 778 kg per 1 sq. m.
All arches are made of rolled steel galvanized inside and outside, 1.2 mm thick. Upon purchase, the company issues a 10-year warranty card for the product. Cellular polycarbonate with a thickness of 4 or 6 mm with protection from ultraviolet radiation will also last a long time.
Advantages:
- ideal ventilation thanks to the special design;
- fastening using a patented crab system;
- wide range of sizes;
- UV protection on polycarbonate.
Flaws:
- high price.
Such a greenhouse will serve well in any area. It is suitable for capricious vegetable crops that need an ideal microclimate.
AGS-Service “Botanik Standard” – a beautiful greenhouse with an aluminum frame
4.7
★★★★★
editorial assessment
85%
buyers recommend this product
This elegant building from the Belarusian company will decorate any site. Despite the apparent fragility, manufacturers claim the service life of the aluminum frame is up to 30 years.
A roof with the correct slope angle does not retain snow, so its strength is sufficient for long-term use.
A coating made of high-quality polycarbonate with a thickness of 4 or 6 mm, to choose from, will ensure a comfortable existence for plants. For ventilation, there is an end sliding door and two vents in the roof slopes.
Advantages:
- excellent design;
- long service life;
- rubber seal for sealing;
- possibility of installing additional doors and windows.
Flaws:
- dubious reliability of the aluminum profile;
- high price.
The Botanik Standard greenhouse is suitable for installation in regions with a temperate climate and not too snowy winters.
Bastion “Novator 5” – with a removable roof
4.6
★★★★★
editorial assessment
83%
buyers recommend this product
This design of the greenhouse frame has a number of advantages: you can use natural precipitation for watering, and the plants are better ventilated.
In winter, the roof is simply removed, so it does not experience snow load. Therefore, the step between the arcs is made quite large - 2 m. But it is also quite enough to provide the frame with the necessary strength.
The jumpers are made of steel pipe with a cross-section of 30x30 cm. The arches have a smaller cross-section - 30x20 cm, and the ties have a cross-section of 20x20.
To ventilate, it is not necessary to remove the roof completely; you can just move it a little and lock it in that position. Manufacturers provide a guarantee for the greenhouse for up to 5 years.
Advantages:
- high height – 2.33 m;
- 4 length options, multiples of 2 m;
- a width of 2.5 m is enough to make three beds;
- high-quality polycarbonate;
- planned annual maintenance of the greenhouse;
- low price.
Flaws:
- The frame is coated with anti-corrosion paint, not galvanized.
Such a greenhouse is suitable for regions with snowy winters (if you have somewhere to store a removable roof).
Glass House “Arctic” – with additional segments
4.5
★★★★★
editorial assessment
80%
buyers recommend this product
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The original design of the frame of the domestic greenhouse allows you to adjust its height. Although even in the basic version, the “growth” of the structure is quite large - 2.4 m. But with the help of additional segments, the greenhouse can be increased to 3 m (a kind of record for non-professional models).
A durable frame made of galvanized steel profile with a thickness of 1.5 mm helps the structure withstand considerable snow loads. Depending on the buyer’s wishes, it can be equipped with cellular polycarbonate with a thickness of 4 and 6 mm.
Advantages:
- fastening polycarbonate with bolts;
- patented production technology with seven stages of control;
- convenient end sliding door;
- two vents in the roof slopes.
Flaws:
- only one door.
This beautiful plant house is especially suitable for growing indeterminate tomatoes and vigorous cucumbers. Tall owners will also like the greenhouse - they won’t have to bend over backwards.
Bastion plant greenhouses
The company has been selling greenhouses for more than 10 years since 2007. During this time, more than 5,000 different greenhouses existing on the Russian market were sold. We have tested many greenhouses in winter and selected only the best of the best! The first thing that deserves the attention of customers is WARRANTY, RELIABILITY AND QUALITY! Greenhouses were selected according to such criteria as: functionality, appearance, and ease of assembly. The main advantage is the STRENGTH of the greenhouse frame.
Uralochka
Neftekamsk Mechanical Plant LLC is one of the largest manufacturers of metal structures in Russia. Today, more than 20 types of greenhouses are produced, and the plant also offers a wide range of gazebos, canopies and various types of outbuildings. Since 2012, the production of screw piles has been established. The number of employees is more than 150 people.
Rating of the best polycarbonate greenhouses The most popular polycarbonate greenhouses
In this rating, all results are based on honest reviews from greenhouse buyers;
Types of different greenhouses, Weight and dimensions of the greenhouse, Difficulty of self-assembling the greenhouse, Strength and snow load of the greenhouse, Practicality of the greenhouse, Vulnerability of the structure to external factors, Number of connecting elements of the greenhouse, Price
The best polycarbonate greenhouses of 2016-2018 on the Russian market
Which greenhouse is better to buy from polycarbonate reviews
If you have decided to take up vegetable growing and purchase a polycarbonate greenhouse, then this article should be useful to you. On the Internet, as well as in construction markets and country stores, you have already come across different greenhouses. In appearance, they are all similar and it is difficult for an inexperienced person to understand how durable and reliable the greenhouse will be in operation. We have identified the main characteristics that you should pay attention to when choosing a greenhouse.
What else should you pay attention to when buying a greenhouse?
Cellular polycarbonate for greenhouses also has different characteristics. Remember the brands of cellular polycarbonate with the name ECO mean that they are made from recycled materials and will not last you long. Such polycarbonate will quickly deteriorate from external factors. And it will have to be replaced sooner or later with a better one. We recommend using cellular polycarbonate, only high quality 1st grade with a high density from 0.62 g/cm3 to 0.82 g/cm3; such polycarbonate has UV protection and a 15-year warranty. We recommend brands Sellex raw materials Bayer (Germany), Polygal, Carboglass
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We wish you good shopping and harvest on your site.
Greenhouse Kremlevskaya Lux
Kremlevskaya Lux is a compact, collapsible greenhouse with a semicircular roof (2 x 4 m or 3 x 4 m). It is perfect for small-sized country and garden plots, since thanks to its small dimensions it can be installed almost anywhere, and thanks to the possibility of dismantling, it can be easily moved from one place to another. Note that when disassembled, the Kremlin Lux takes up very little space and can easily fit even in the trunk of a car.
The Kremlevskaya Lux frame is made of durable steel square pipes coated with special paint that protects the structure from corrosion. The roof has the ability to accommodate opening windows.
There are two configurations of the Kremlin Lux - with and without polycarbonate coating. The complete set with coating will cost approximately 20,000 rubles, and the base alone will cost half as much.
Greenhouse Kremlevskaya Lux
