DIY How to Build Your Own Metal EMT Conduit Greenhouse Part 1

#1 Our homestead came with pipes in the ground for a 16' x 50' greenhouse. It also had water lines run from the farm well (which also needed to be restored) and a 60 amp electric service. In this video we're installing the 1.25" EMT conduit that will serve as the frame. In future videos we'll frame the end walls, run electric, and get the plastic cover on in time for winter.
10' pipes, no cutting. The two outer angles are 117.3. The ridge angle is 125.4. Sides are 6' tall. Just over 10' to the ridge. 16' wide.
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[@Horse237]

What I like is that the sides are tall enough that if you grow tomatoes you are not losing a row of plants on each side. That is important in a Greenhouse as you need to maximize footage.

[@johnbuckhannan2653]

You have inspired me. I think that I am going to give this a shot. It seems like a really fun process with a little bit of time , labor, and money. I have watched your videos twice over and read a lot of the comments to help guide me. I am looking forward to this journey! Thank you.

[@StIsidoresFarm]

Thank you for the comments - and for watching. If you have the resources, try to go with larger manifold pipes and fans. The system really does work, but our regret will be that we didn't design it to push more air through the earth battery. We did the best we could based on what we knew at the time and the resources we had, but still we would make those changes if we could.

[@crunchymouse9585]

big beautiful family. God bless

[@kateajurors8640]

I live in an extremely windy State one tip to help. Fill those pipes up with sand it makes them stronger and heavier so that way they stay on the ground.

[@oby-1607]

We have had made the traditional round design but are thinking of the vertical walls that you have in this video and are believing this is a better way to go.

[@slimel-gharbi8170]

Really , I love it ! Congralutions !

[@guineapigzed]

Fantastic ending!

[@nathanmciver6496]

Lol, God this is amazing! Thiers so many ways to utilize that piece of equipment! Most people would never even know! Thanks!!! I forgot about that method because I was even using that for leverage on my jeep!!! It worked well, just heavy to lift!

[@PaulSmith-tf9bn]

I really enjoyed watching you in the conduit, wish I'd have been there I'd have showed you how to do it but you did get it done and that's what counts.

[@iseeplanetmedia]

Very much like, please continue！

[@CH-ky7nw]

Great video.

[@stingraykeeper2102]

binge watched your whole string and wow. great job. i want to do the same thing.

[@StIsidoresFarm]

Wow! Thanks for watching. Hopefully, the videos have gotten better. If you do end up doing this, especially the earth battery part, read the comments on the later videos and let me suggest way oversizing everything on that system. Think ours (on this first greenhouse) is going to be a bit undersized based on what many folks are saying - although we built it to the specs a lot of people have shared. Let us know if you have any questions.

[@stingraykeeper2102]

St. Isidore's Farm I liked that your videos are very informative and to the point. Not a lot of lengthy vids. I found it entertaining and educational. Good job.

[@StIsidoresFarm]

Thanks for the additional feedback. Very helpful.

[@mikevaldez30]

If you place the back of the pipe on the wall its alot easier when you bend it. Keeps its from sliding back

[@David-ug3jy]

This is awesome! The steel cold frame kits are wildly expensive. This seems like a better option. Thanks for the inspiration! How do you keep the plastic film tight on this cold frame?

[@SimpleTek]

nice video!!!!!

[@StIsidoresFarm]

Thanks. We're finally finishing this greenhouse now - so watch for more videos soon.

[@SimpleTek]

you should check out some of our greenhouse heating videos, they would work well with your greenhouse

[@jimmytate7587]

you are probably fine but I have had failures with those alloy connectors. I recommend the steel connectors, they seem to be stronger.

[@surfinmurat]

Good video, but the music is waaaaay to loud by comparison to the speaking..

[@StIsidoresFarm]

Sorry about that! It sounds OK on our end, but sometimes is different on other people's computers.

[@mark_osborne]

I like this build. My question is: did the couplers play hell with the plastic ? I was thinking that you could grind-off the raised part of each coupler on the side where it would come in contact with the plastic-- but didn't know if it was necessary. What are your thoughts ? Thanks

[@TheRomanWolf]

(Anti?) hotspot tape would probably be easier...

[@ltruss1171]

What was the width of the plastic? I just finished watching your videos of your greenhouse build. It was quite impressive. Thanks, God Bless.

[@wyldeman]

OK after watching over half of the builds. I didn't run across the dirt work and side railings setup. Did you use a transit to set up? Did you square the area up by using the pull across corner to corner method? Also why did you leave that out? Thank You in advance for all that you did do and show. I'm starting our greenhouse this summer for next year. Looking at a many builds I could find. Awaiting answers.

[@StIsidoresFarm]

We purchased what was an abandoned farm four years ago. Previous owners put in the infrastructure for the greenhouses (pipes in ground, water, power). They removed the hoop house long before we bought it. So we rebuilt and renovated what they had in place. We added the side railings. They are just attached with 1.25" EMT metal straps. Best wishes on your greenhouse build.

[@1231dre]

I have watched your videos and really appreciate them. Where did you get your pipe bender from. I want to buy one. Thanks in advance!

[@nguyenpham-mx7zx]

What angle bends for sides and ridge would I need to make mine10 feet wide? thank you for a nice video

[@niccolealdrich4890]

What angle bends for sides and ridge would I need to make mine 20 feet wide? Probably going to start mine 40 feet long....haven't decided on that but definitely 20' wide. Thanks in advance and great video!!

[@StIsidoresFarm]

Nicole, sorry for the delay in reply. You could use the same angles. To make it 20' wide, you would have to cut additional lengths of pipe for each section, unless you we're going to make the whole thing much taller.

[@niccolealdrich4890]

Thanks! I have to keep it 10' or below...I have a lot of lake winds to deal with and my structure will be in an open field. The farm we are buying is on 80 acres. It was used for hay fields. We are very excited! Will have to share pics when we get it set up.

[@joshblick]

The fact that you actually put the angles and measurements in the info calls for two thumbs up :) I have to ask though, what is the name brand of the manual tube bender? I can't seem to find one that big. 1 1/4 or 1 1/2 I'm guessing?

[@StIsidoresFarm]

1.25 pipe bender. We bought it on eBay for a GREAT price. I'd have to go find it and check, but it my memory is that it is a Greenlee. Hope this helps.

[@joshblick]

Thanks much :)

[@1231dre]

@@joshblick did you find the pipe bender? I wanted to buy one myself.

[@joshblick]

@@1231dre I found one on E-bay a while back but didn't get it in time. Honestly I ended up going with 1 1/2 plastic conduit for one that ended up being temporary and I built a wood gothic frame for a small permanent one. I would still like to do a big metal one some day but I'm just going to make a jig unless I can magically find one again.

[@eridinger1]

love the video! How much 1-1/4" EMT did it require to build this size high tunnel? and on your bends, are you marking at 5' since they are 10ft? Thank you

[@StIsidoresFarm]

There are three 10' pipes in each section/arch. Each arch is about 2' apart, and the greenhouse if 50' long. So 26 arches = 78 pipes. The first bend is 6' off the ground and the greenhouse is 16' wide. Hope that helps. Also, we bought the pipe bender on eBay for less than what a smaller diameter pipe bender cost new at Lowe's. Thanks for watching!

[@eridinger1]

each hoop is only 2' apart from the next? they look farther than that on the video. thank you for you reply. that will help!

[@StIsidoresFarm]

My bad! I was thinking of our other greenhouse - those pipes are two feet apart. The pipes on THIS greenhouse are 44" apart and there are only 13 sections - 39 pipes! Good catch - sorry I misstated it the first time.

[@eridinger1]

No, thank you! I just wanted to make sure. keep up the great videos.

[@StIsidoresFarm]

After we finish our current woodworking shop project, we're going to finish the greenhouse, so that video will be in the works in the next few months. Should be able to give a lot more detail about it.

[@djkevrb2686]

hi ive watched all of ya films that uve uploaded of the green house, but why have u not connected a watering system by collecting the rain water and using it to feed ya plants inside? and ive really liked what uve done and ya family with it too.

[@StIsidoresFarm]

We'll likely do rain collection at a point in the future. Just haven't gotten to it yet. Thanks for watching!

[@djkevrb2686]

That's cool Keep up the great work and there very interesting KZbin vids, thanks for replying tc

[@douglasalan7786]

Cut and fishmouth all of your cross braces. Bend the tube for a spring-in fit. You'll hold a straight line, every time

[@StIsidoresFarm]

I must admit that I had to look up both fishmouth and spring-in fit, since I've never spent a lot of time working with EMT. Thank you for the tips!

[@russofford7159]

Douglas Alan can you explain where these techniques would be used on a greenhouse like this?

[@oleguy5705]

any updates?

[@FULLSCALEDISCOVERIES]

So the sides were at a 60 degree angle right? Was the roof pitch 90 degrees or do you make it also 60? Just getting into this and trying to figure out angles. Thankyou

[@babb4416]

Would you mind tell me how to bend evenly 10 foot pipe? How to measure and where to start bending? Would I need to start few inches before 5ft or start bending at exactly 5ft? I am using 1in pipes.

[@spankytony]

Hello, a nice bender you have there, can you please share a link of the shop or site you bought it from?

[@adamsz5759]

Wow Bravo !,where did you buy this bender ?.

[@hellhound3713]

Could you use a smaller diameter EMT? I’m thinking about making a temporary canopy in order to paint my van do you think this method would work? I might need to make it a little bit taller.

[@ryanprimm9071]

Maybe you could use a portable garage from harbor freight I think it would be perfect for spraying a vehicle www.harborfreight.com/10-ft-x-17-ft-portable-garage-62860.html

[@nathanwhughes]

What were your bend angles? One was 117. What was the other. Great video thanks

[@StIsidoresFarm]

Nathan, the two outer angles are 117.3. The ridge angle is 125.4. Sides are 6' tall. Just over 10' to the ridge. 16' wide. Hope that helps. Oh! 10' pipes - no cutting. Thanks for watching and commenting! I'm going to add this info to the video description. God bless.

[@1231dre]

@@StIsidoresFarm great video; is the middle pole bent at 4 foot from the ends as well or only the sides

[@Tubeytime]

Where did you get the connectors from? Thanks

[@BrottoCarlo]

where can you buy the bending machine?

[@danielledagata208]

Hi I am trying to build the same green house on side u explain 4 ft at 60 degrees 117 degree angle but what about the angle of the roof pitch peace’s what’s the angle of them plz message me back

[@Vector_Ze]

Thank you for posting. But your musical interludes are FAR louder than your narration. When volume is adjusted to allow your narration to be heard, the music blasts make me scramble to reduce the volume, then bring it back up again to hear you.

[@StIsidoresFarm]

smart451cab Apologies. That was our first video

[@docCronic]

what size is the plastic you are going to use to cover this?

[@daveswords2112]

Where did u get the manual tube bender? Superb video series

[@deanlewis1650]

It is a EMT electrical pipe bender. It can be purchased at any electric supply house or maybe home depot. If you get one make sure it has a foot pedal because 1 1/4" pipe will not be easy to bend. Just my opinion. I am an industrial electrician of 30 years so spend the money up front and the work will be easier.

[@wynnyoder5605]

your joint is a weak aluminum casting not meant to bear much load. you should consider a heavy gauge nipple.

[@StIsidoresFarm]

OK, but they've been up there for four years without issue and are stilling going strong - despite heavy snows and storms. I think they'll be alright.

[@legitops123]

What brand is the bender?

[@istvanpeterkovacs4535]

how did You connected the pipes to each other? I could not find a proper "item" (cost-effecive) for this. Thank Y ou.

[@zajdawb9949]

Nice, is it 1" EMT pipe?

[@StIsidoresFarm]

Thanks. 1.25"

[@sheldonfolland7882]

What are you using to anchor the pipes into the ground and how are you connecting them?

[@michaelquest6332]

I was searching the comments for this same question and answer. Did you just sledge hammer conduit into the ground?

[@scrapironprepper]

Really good video, BUT, disappointed there are no other parts............

[@StIsidoresFarm]

Thanks and sorry. We've just had many, many other projects that have demanded our time. We hope to upload an update video on the greenhouse by summer's end.

[@StIsidoresFarm]

FYI, we're finishing this project now. So many more videos uploaded.

[@RusticByNature]

The is a big mimosa tree. What type of grant was this?

[@StIsidoresFarm]

Yes, several huge old mimosa trees on our farm - great for our honey bees mid-summer. The grant was from CCOF (California Certified Organic Farmers) through the FFA (Future Farmers of America). She ended up helping to pay for and reconstruct our farmer well. Her younger brother was just awarded the same grant from CCOF and has helped pay for the completion of this greenhouse if you fast forward in the series.

[@RusticByNature]

I subbed. Quick reply to an almost 3-year-old video. Nice

[@helderblsba]

very nice. what's the name of this tool used for bend pipes?

[@nickbenson8717]

A Bender or a foot bender. Electricians use them and the pipe is used to run wire through.

[@workingwatermicrofarm]

You bent the side pieces at 60 degrees. What did you bend the top at?

[@StIsidoresFarm]

The two outer angles are 117.3. The ridge angle is 125.4. Sides are 6' tall. Just over 10' to the ridge. 16' wide. Hope that helps.

[@jeromek8723]

Does anyone know the angles and marking to be able to dothe frame?

[@moodieslog]

Where did you get the pipe bender from?

[@MrMark-hm9lk]

Good vid. No need for the pool scene

[@StIsidoresFarm]

Mark Jenkins Thanks. But haven’t you seen The Shining? All work and no play....

[@goatbootcamp5248]

Any other video updates? Thx.

[@StIsidoresFarm]

+GoatBootCamp We hope to get an update video up by the end of the summer. By the time we got the frame up for the greenhouse, it was the middle of summer and other projects demanded our time and energies. We hope to complete the greenhouse this summer. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@deanlewis1650]

A foot peddle bender or a Chicago bender would have been so much easier

[@luissmalose4510]

hi.. I 'm interested in your pipe bender

[@simpletrader547]

how far apart every 3ft or 4ft?

[@StIsidoresFarm]

4 feet

[@billedwards4124]

new farmer ok

[@phoenixcreations94]

Sir .. you didnt connected the row !

[@Homework4Home]

What is the name of the Pipe Bender?

[@StIsidoresFarm]

Greenlee 843 1.25" Rigid Conduit Pipe Bender. Purchased it used off of eBay for $75. Hope that helps!

[@Ki11ami11a]

Bro you made every electrician kringe

[@StIsidoresFarm]

killa mill I know, right?

[@ashokla849]

So about $550 just in EMT.

[@StIsidoresFarm]

At the time is was just under $400 for the conduit, about $442 with couplings. At today's prices (at Lowe's) it would be $496.

[@richardmiller6930]

Part 2???

[@StIsidoresFarm]

Funny you should post this comment today! We were just shooting an update about the greenhouse. Long story short is that MANY other projects to priority of time and money after we started this project. Good news is that our son was just awarded a grant through the FFA to finish restoring the greenhouse and start a seedling business. Videos will be coming out in the next few months as we resume and complete it. Please stay tuned.

[@wolffortenberry8729]

2:47 - RIP Headphone users

[@piousminion7822]

Just checked HomeDepot prices for the conduit. ~$650 just in EMT. yikes.

[@fswafford8761]

Ouch

[@aaronspain3387]

Voice: super quiet. Music at 02:47 : EAR RAPE TIME!