10x12 Harbor Freight Greenhouse Installation on a Deck with Structural Mods......Start to Finish...

[@shawnnelson6062]

This is one of the best tutorial/tip videos I have seen, and I have watched many on various subjects. Thank you so much. I am so sorry for your loss.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Thank you very much Shawn 🙏

[@heut4384]

Thank you. I didn't know Harbor Freight have this 10x12 greenhouse. It looks nice. I was getting to buy a 12x12 item for another competitor for $2500-$3100. Now, I know Harbor Freight does have one. I'm going to buy it this weekend. Again, thank you.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Any questions, let me know!...Good Luck!

[@samanthaquant7411]

Thank you so much for this video! I was just given one of these by someone who bought it and never put it up.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

You are welcome Samantha! Let me know if you have any questions as you assemble it.

[@ericktaylor-webb6711]

I know how your feeling doing the greenhouse i had the same problem. when i build my greenhouse and i am happy with the results. my greenhouse has been up 10 years now up against a hedge to cover the greenhouse from very strong winds. blowing over the farm fields on a hill

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Glad it has lasted so long! Hopefully mine will too...

[@VTgirlandherbeagles]

I don’t even own a HF greenhouse and watched this all the way through. Wendy is a lucky lady 😍

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Thank you J 😊

[@kevinbishop1981]

It came out great, like the additions that you put on.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Thank you Kevin!

[@clarawillis2437]

Thanks for old the tips please could you send me information where you got the things for cooking and the part for the panel.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

I'll have to see if I can find that info....

[@garlanddavidson6845]

Thanks for the info! I’ve been doing a lot of research on this Harbor freight green house cause I was thinking about buying one ? So I’m using your tutorial as one of among others as a reference.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Let me know if you have any questions.

[@lorirode-off]

I got one and am building it now. Did you get one?

[@joekusmierz6143]

Buddy, You need to move to Michigan I could use a neighbor like you. Lol. Nice job

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Lol, I don't like snow 🙃

[@nfnnln8049]

Thank you Sir! Great pointers throughout. I ordered the Greenhouse modification kit from Exodus 31 you recommended. I am really looking forward to using it for my Greenhouse Construction! Blessings.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Glad it was helpful to you! Let me know if you have any questions as you proceed...

[@flattrackmatt]

Nice job, my favorite part is always the ending photo's.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Thanks Matt! 🙏

[@jameswood1647]

Wow....that turned into quite the project...turned out great. You are builder !

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Thank you Mr. Wood! 🍻🥃

[@malaythong10]

I got mine 5 months ago and my hubby just now putting it up. He said this thing doesn’t look like it’s going to last long. 😂 I am beginning to regret getting it now. Especially for the price I paid.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

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[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Watch this one...

[@malaythong10]

@@southernhomesteadtransformatiothe same one you have here

[@Will-tm5bj]

Those pools make great covers for anything you want to keep dry too. I have some as a roof on a shed and another covering a large wood pile

[@renewilliams5909]

Yes, that was a waste 😢. Some family could have used it.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

@renewilliams5909 it was not salvageable...

[@brianbaughan5683]

Nice job Scott, like like all your necessary improvements to the green house should make it last a while longer, cool video buddy, hope all is well with you

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Thanks Brian, much appreciated 👍

[@ronaldwilliams162]

I built 2 of these joined together, long wall facing due south., also on a deck base, with crushed stone heat store below. However, in an open area with no windbreaks. In 2 weeks, a wind storm took the walls and roof off of the steel base. The steel components failed, unfolded or bent, releasing the walls. The aluminum was fine. No extra panel clips, but did add 2 or 4 screws per panel into the cross supports. Not even a shingle out of place on any other building on the property. The wall column to base support is a weak point, and not easy to beef up. Must have a windbreak. Very few salvageable pieces. I did reinforce the end walls over the doors, very weak spot there. I was able to splice the two units together with some strip flashing, and put collar ties in where the back walls would be, left all open inside for 24 feet.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

It definitely will not hold up without reinforcements....a d I knew the metal base was a very bad design 🤔

[@ronaldwilliams162]

@@southernhomesteadtransformatio I had looked at several videos, and took some of those modifications as good ideas, some added little to no value, but no one ever mentioned the base. I thought it looked a little flimsy, the point load of the clips, but assumed that since everything else was highly engineered, this too was OK. It was highly engineered, both the clips and the channel base hit their elastic yield point simultaneously, that was no coincidence, just not strong enough. Once the windward door corner yielded, the rest of them followed, same failure, clip opening and channel edge bending up.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Hopefully everyone watches mine, both the 1st one and the follow-up video so they won't make the mistake of using them...

[@brichusi]

I would have built a greenhouse beside the pool, using it as a watering supplement in summer months

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

It's time had come unfortunately 😕

[@LaceyDuBois-kp4fk]

This is a great video that explains a lot! Do you happen to have a supplies list?

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Thanks Lacey!...I am sorry I do not as I just do it out of head as I go. Let me know if you have any specific questions as you start...

[@leahlee6428]

I finished the video and saw how you fixed the window. Thank you.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

You are welcome Leah!

[@cathiwim]

Mine’s 8x10, and its been sitting in the box for 5 years, because hubby and i cant decide how to build the foundation so it will withstand 60 mph straight line winds! Or, shall i say, we have engineering disagreements on how it should be done! Im also ordering that kit!! Thank you! That mesh is called 1x1 hardware cloth. Its great for building rabbit cages. An alternative to rachet straps might be mobile home strapping. It could be left up permanently

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Good luck with yours! The deck platform I built will stay in even with hurricane force winds If you want to use that design. I want the ratchet straps to go over the center of each panel to keep them from being sucked up and out in a hurricane 🌀 but mobile home strapping is a good option 👍

[@Angie-jg4nz]

My mother bought me one 2 years ago and after seeing the problems people had after, it’s still in the box😂. Don’t know that I can assemble this thing by myself. Over 50 and not a great back but I may try.

[@Angie-jg4nz]

You know what, 20 minutes in and... forget about it. Not happening it’s staying in the box😒

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Maybe you can recruit some assistance 😉?

[@c3ajeff]

I built my HF 10x12 GH about 10 years ago. The plastic panels are failing and I have to replace them one by one - interestingly, they have small (1/4" round) holes in them and I can't figure out what could be 'eating' the plastic.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Surprised they lasted that long! kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXOlgoKXi9-Yrq8

[@ronaldgreene-s6j]

What exhaust fan would you recommend. Sorry for your loss. I have built my greenhouse by watching you. Thank you,

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Thank you Ronald 🙏...mine is Iliving 18" can buy on Amazon

[@hipez1192]

Thank you so much for this video!

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Glad it was helpful! ...be sure to watch the follow-up: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXOlgoKXi9-Yrq8

[@bronxandbrooklyn7413]

Can't wait to see the things Wendy grows. 🍎🥬🌲

[@sharpitt9345]

I am stuck on putting the upright bars across the sides to hold the panels. There’s no holes drilled in them, so how do you get them to attach to the top played in the bottom plate? Thanks.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Drill a hole large enough for the head of the bolt to fit into in the frame a few inches away from where you want it to be. The slide the bolt into position and attach. Be sure to only drill in half way.

[@jeanniedecoster1529]

Do you know where you could get replacement panels for the roof, the snow cracked mine. Thanks any help would be greatly appreciated

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Watch this kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXOlgoKXi9-Yrq8

[@raymondrussell500]

That was a pretty good pool. I had one that split its side and was empty in just minutes. Unlike this one that required you to punch several holes in.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Raymond, it was a good pool with lots of memories...

[@Decimusblack88]

Scott you should make some of those collar ties, the conduit and sell them

[@theravengroupe8451]

great job ill be using all your ideas for mine thanks for sharing.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Thanks, good luck with yours!...I'll be having a 3 yr update video coming soon...

[@stephenripski4970]

Could you please give me the exact inside dimensions of the bottom tracks from side to side? I'm going to put on 4x4's & posts on each corner, so I'll need that info first. Thanks!!!

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

I did not use those tracks...they are crap...build a deck, install the greenhouse frame then put the 4x4's tight into the corners...make ABSOLUTELY SURE you build the deck square...

[@erichimes3062]

That’s pretty innovative with the 3-D printed attachment, but I’m going to clamp mine all together in one stack, and get a small putty knife & my silicone tube and work it in

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

That is an excellent approach to a boring part of the project!

[@johnhigdon7678]

Why do you seal the ends of plexus glass?

[@erichimes3062]

@@johnhigdon7678 the panels are corrugated and have channels from the end that would allow water and mold in.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

@johnhigdon7678 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXOlgoKXi9-Yrq8

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

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[@TheProCut17]

can you do an update video on your greenhouse? mods and how its holding up, etc..

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

You are very astute...I literally am working on that now....spoiler alert...panels only last about 3 years....

[@MemoriesandMojitosTravel]

Looks great! I like the door stop idea!

[@Mrjuansilva19]

Perfect job 👍👍👍

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Thanks jaun!

[@frankietiles]

Nice job you need a medal😅

[@Mark-m9z4q]

Thank you very much for your video. It was very informative with many great tips. God Bless.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

I appreciate that M.....🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@truthseeker1364]

For some reason my roof panels were all shifted all crazy and the vents don't close right

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Sounds like the frame is out of square...

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Watch my update videos :kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXOlgoKXi9-Yrq8

[@vincerestivo1860]

Killer mods. Thanks

[@nittygrittykitchen]

Are you having moisture/mildew issues with the wood floor? Quite a bit of humidity in a greenhouse.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Not at all, plenty of airflow / drainage.

[@brionnemitchell7787]

What is the angle of the 4x4s and metal roof braces? Thanks!

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

33 degrees

[@garryfloyd7289]

Did you use 2x6 treated for the lumber for the floor joists?

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Yes sir...

[@ktmden]

Question. I have all of my windows made and all are square. When I put them in they are off by about a quarter inch and takes some finesse to close. What should I do? My guess is loosen everything and try to push the roof over? (which I don’t want to do but if it helps)

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

That means the frame is not square so yes the best way is to loosen and square it up or cut the panels to fit...problem with that is the roof vents will not work properly....

[@FirstLast-sm5io]

Love the Video. you are a great teacher!

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Thank you First Last!!

[@kacotr27]

I have ordered the spacers. Did you cut/bend the window handles? Mine are too long to sit flat

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Yes, tweeked them a bit to fit...

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Watch this before you install the panels kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXOlgoKXi9-Yrq8

[@brianwebber7168]

Great video .It's definitely more gooder than it came out of the box. Chances of me ever building one... slim to none. Lol Are those fast growing trees?

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Thanks Brian!.....never say never...😁

[@barrywootten626]

What size sheet metal screws did you use for the diagonal supports in the corners

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Barry, 3 1/2" #10 square drive

[@barrywootten626]

Thank you

[@markthebearsfan2709]

This greenhouse was bought 2.5 years ago. I am a construction guy and put it up reinforced with 2x4 on the inside and extra screws in every panel. I did that because everyone was having a problem keeping them up. Well the wind never blew the building down but the doors came off the hinges with every storm...even after trying to secure it closed. The big problem was that after 2.5 years, all of the roof panels begin to crumble...and with a little wind they would crack and bust, then fly off. I called harbor freight and they said they could sale me panels for 41 dollars a piece. That times 12 is almost 500 dollars....I bought the green house on sale for 600. The panels will only last another couple of years and then it will be the same thing all over again. Please, please, don't waste your time with this. If I knew this about the roof I would have never bought it.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Sorry to hear that Mark, mine is going on 2 years...luckily no issues....I keep the door tracks lubed monthly and panels are holding up well....that said we don't get snow or ice...not sure where you are.

[@anthonyfalco2462]

Why not buy your own, better plastic. Cut it to size and install it

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

@anthonyfalco2462 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXOlgoKXi9-Yrq8

[@chperdue4492]

Just quick question. How did you fasten the #47 base plate corner diagonal braces with out the base plate? I want to install mine on a deck like yours.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

I ran a ripped 2x under the bottom panel frame and they bolts to that...

[@chperdue4492]

Thanks for your quick reply. @@southernhomesteadtransformatio

[@ryandavis4689]

I saw on another video someone left a comment that you can get breathable polycarbonate tape, that would work best for the bottoms as it still allows for pressure fluctuations when the temperature changes and it allows for any condensate to drain out effectively. I mean unless you fill it with an inert gas or something you're still going to have condensation if you seal both ends so you want it to be able to breathe on the bottom but you don't want spiders and bugs and stuff to get in, so the breathable polycarbonate tape seems like a good option for the bottoms.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Mine is still holding up great but that tape sounds like a much easier solution. I'd give it a try.

[@dannywilsher4165]

You are a dedicated husband. Good on you!!! I was wondering if the trees could be dug up and transplanted. I do it all the time with smaller trees and a shovel but maybe with a backhoe it could be done with these trees.. Maybe you have so many these two won't make a difference.....

[@cathiwim]

There is a special tree transplanter to move trees that big. I dont think they can be just dug out and moved. They are too big now.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Thank you Danny!....I was going to dig up some of the smaller Gum trees 🌳 that grow like weeds but now with these new ones probably won't be necessary.

[@mauriciochavez914]

I live in texas how well does this thing do in wind

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

It's been through 2 Hurricanes so far and no damage.

[@mauriciochavez914]

@@southernhomesteadtransformatio I'm goin to get it

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

@@mauriciochavez914 Let me know if you have any questions during Installation...

[@mauriciochavez914]

@@southernhomesteadtransformatio I def will thank you. Love your videos

[@raymondbrownjr8152]

How did you attach the 4x4s to the corners. How did you attach the cross beams to the house. Did you notch the wood?

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Raymond, the 4x4s are not attached to the greenhouse, they are pushed directly to the frame. The 2x4s in between them are connected to the wall posts with angle brackets in the channel and wood screws in the 2x4.

[@MrIBBeats]

@@southernhomesteadtransformatio Can you break this down into layman's terms?

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

@@MrIBBeats Can you be more specific in what you would like instructions on?

[@MrIBBeats]

@@southernhomesteadtransformatio I think I understand now. I was confused about the corner posts. I think they just rest on top of the foundation and the cross beams are what bolt in to the aluminum side bracing. Thx for the detailed video.

[@ridingvenus]

Is it still looking good?

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

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[@The_Home_Pros]

Love this vid!

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Thank you, I appreciate that!

[@jac483j]

Do you have a parts list for all the lumber?

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Jac, sorry I do not, I usually just make one before I go pick up the material. If you need help making one let me know...

[@jac483j]

@@southernhomesteadtransformatio okay thanks. I kinda put one together just watching your videos. Your build is the best I’ve seen and want to build one very similar. Thank you!

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

I appreciate that, let me know if I can help further.

[@camlobesvtec]

Dang brother outstanding. I'm sure that thing is weather proof as heck. How's it holding up?

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Still holding up well! Only maintenance is lubing up the door track and 😁

[@williamthornton7184]

The only thing I see wrong is the pressure treated lumber you used was treated with a SALT base solution. When it gts damp it is very corrosive to medal. Thanks for the video.

[@yyequipment6187]

So sorry for your loss.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

I appreciate that David 🙏

[@ShortyAlex16]

Did the directions say anything about which side of the poly panels should be facing outwards? People in other videos have commented that only one side of the panels are UV protected and that if you install it backwards, then your panels will yellow within a few months. I don't remember reading anything like that in the manual.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

No there was no mention in the manual or on the panels....I doubt they would make one side different than the other as that would cost more....if so, I must have gotten very lucky in my placement because all mine look great after over a year 😀

[@ShortyAlex16]

@@southernhomesteadtransformatio Your greenhouse does look amazing! Thanks for the reply.

[@tinaredington3445]

why did you not close off the ends with aluminum tape? much easier lol

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Tina, easier for sure but I like the idea of permanent sealing....tape usually fails more quickly.

[@ktmden]

How many ENT braces did you use?

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Dennis, 1 on each rafter (not on the gables though)

[@eaglevisn8436]

Great video, thanks for sharing. Question on the 4x4’s in the corners. I know there’s hardware in the corners of the greenhouse. Did you have to remove those nuts and bolts to make it flush to the corner or did you just place the 4x4 up against that hardware? Thanks!

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

I just put them up tight to them.

[@bjbilyk]

So what were the measurements of the deck?

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Best to measure your frame, mine was an 1 1/2" smaller than the 10'x12' stated dimensions and I know others had different measurements as well.

[@bjbilyk]

@@southernhomesteadtransformatio lol, oh, I thought that they may be smaller than stated, but relatively standard. Don't have the kit yet, but want to prep for it while I'm renting some equipment. Thanks.

[@leadpipe05]

Link to 3D printed pieces please

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Leadpipe, it's in the beginning of this video with a 10% off promo code. kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6HFenaOa6lro9E

[@Machabees]

How Deep did you bury the 4x4 Posts? Unlike a raised deck where the weight is all on the posts you have it distributed across the entire frame. I assume that's why you buried the posts rather than doing a footing. Also unlike me in Michigan you probably aren't as worried about frost heave.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Chandler, I buried them 24", not for frost concerns but to anchor the whole unit down incase of Hurricanes and just our usual high winds.

[@alexirodriguez9121]

Nice foxbody stang! Guessing that is an 87'-90'. I have a 91' triple black gt convertible.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

You are correct....1988 only 8400 miles on it and it was never even driven in the rain. I almost ordered the convertible.

[@collinssexton783]

Great video! what size backer rod did you find worked best? and did you silicone everywhere you placed backer rod? Did you caulk the entire exterior walls and roof & screw heads? thank you

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Collins, 3/8"....yes I used GE Silicone everywhere possible....

[@collinssexton783]

@@southernhomesteadtransformatio Did you silicone the roof from the inside of the structure im assuming? and did your silicone everywhere on the interior where you placed your backer rod? Just started mine last weekend using a lot of your ideas along with others. the caulking tip was a life saver

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Yes, I caulked all the backer rods so they would not fall out and the panels to the struts so they can't be sucked out in a high wind....

[@collinssexton783]

@@southernhomesteadtransformatio thanks again for the tips I appreciate it.

[@TheTurboman2]

even pressure-treated lumber will rot quite fast in a greenhouse environment. Would redwood or cedar have been too expensive? Deck coatings may be applied to waterproof the wood for a really long life.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Mark, the other woods are way too expensive.....I use Thompson Waterseal and it keeps it from drying out. That is the problem with PT lumber, it does not rot like normal wood but it "dry rots". Do that every 1-2 years it will last forever...

[@davidgash719]

Wish i had seen this last year, storm Dennis turned mine inside OUT LOL. dave

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Yikes!!

[@cynthiaornelas4903]

I'm getting ready to start ours in a couple of days. What size 4x4s do I need for the corners if I put 24" in the ground. Did you use 10'? I'd like them to go to the top like yours.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Cynthia, I cut each 8' 4x4 in 3 pieces (32") there is also a row down the middle as well....good luck and let me know if you have any more questions...

[@leahlee6428]

Did you ever come up with a way to keep the windows closed? I am really concerned with the wind from lifting them up and possibly twisting them. I have used all the different mods from all the different youtube videos. Thank you for all the mods you did.

[@t.e.g.4405]

Enjoying your video. (🧐FYI),maybe I can help you out. Silicone everybody loves it, if you put the silicone in one end and let it cure go to Wally world and get you a couple of hypodermic needles from the pharmacy are about 50 cents a piece, or they might give them to you and give you a strange look. Anyway after the one end is cured put the hypodermic needle punch through the cured end, and you can pull a vacuum on it as you're putting the silicone in the other end.or at least it will vent the pressure as you put in the silicone in. remove the needle after you're finished installing the uncared silicone.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Thanks for the tip!

[@brinapeep]

TEG I kinda get it! The small puncture to let the pressure exit won't cause a leak?

[@420somewhere4]

That lumber gonna cost more then the greenhouse right now. Lol

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

That's for sure 😬

[@Will-tm5bj]

I went dumpster diving at a big renovation job, got all kinds of wood. Haven't bought a piece of lumber in 4 years now. About to make a little greenhouse from some of it right now🤣

[@jh1612]

Grab a bottle of liquor before starting the video and take a shot each time he complains about China.

[@ubatool]

Those were $599.00 3 years ago with coupon, WOW.

[@Carolina1960D]

I haven’t watched the whole video yet (why so much unnecessary video?.) but this one looks like the best I’ve seen so far. The directions for this suck, worst I’ve ever seen. I highly recommend reading the entire directions first and read every instruction multiple times. It should be simple but they are explained poorly. What should take 5 minutes ends up taking an hour! I’m 3 days in but am going to stop and watch several videos so I don’t go mad with frustration

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

You should watch this one before you continue kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXOlgoKXi9-Yrq8

[@crimsontimberschurchpastor968]

Messege me on update since build! I bought one today!

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

You will be happy with it I'm sure!....ask if you have any questions....

[@lorrihager1057]

I’m a single woman. How much do you think it would cost me to hire someone to build mine like this? I want to be fair but not get ripped off either.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Lorri, it is not a quick process to assemble it properly....I joked that I wouldn't build this for a customer for 10k......a fair rate would be 2k for the time it takes. I would try to find someone who is familiar with it and definitely have them watch this video first and maybe a few others....best of luck!....if you have other questions let me know.

[@clintbroadway4913]

I would say $450-$600

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

@@clintbroadway4913 you're hired!!

[@justinsane7128]

May 23 $999.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Be sure to watch my Follow-up video on the greenhouse:kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXOlgoKXi9-Yrq8

[@woden20]

Chinese instructions are written in Chinglish.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

🤣

[@denisecares6124]

what a horrible waste of water! why didn't you plan to use it to water plants with or backup storage for rain water collection??? you're going to need to water inside your greenhouse . water is also a good heat sink.

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

I have more than enough water...we don't live in the desert 🤣

[@brianschrier6193]

all those trees around the greenhouse thank him.

[@peggysizemore4207]

looks like you could have done a better job building your own from scratch rather than going with the china junk, might have been even cheaper

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

Peggy you are probably right....😊

[@ArthurDentZaphodBeeb]

Who-da-thunk cheap Chinese crap would be a pita to install?

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

After almost 3 years it's holding up surprisingly well...

[@t.e.g.4405]

An idea for your roof top vents, go to homepower.com in the home power magazine you can buy from manufacturers automatic gas charged mechanical apparatuses that will automatically open and close your vents according to the heat ambient temperature during the hot day they will open up, At night they will pull down shut and they are strong do not force them or you will break them 'their gas charged'. They are one of many many renewable energy products made for the R.E. industry and my greenhouse.☀️ Also have a small P.V. system and a inverter and backup system to run my drip irrigation. But most things run on pure regulated D.C. Aquarium pumps run on A.C./D.C. transformers but I can toss them and go straight D.C. don't forget the LED lights can't go anywhere without finding some of them and they are some great ones out there a great addition to a small P.V. system. Bring on the ☀️

[@southernhomesteadtransformatio]

I do have the automatic openers on them....work great!