PVC Greenhouse Step by Step DIY

[@barbibutton9619]

God forbid your not a professional cameraman but the folks will happily take your ideas, your instructions and run with it. Reading You Tube comment sections is worse than working in a customer service call center. People are BEYOND rude. Thank you, sir, for your info. I dont care if your camera is at a 45 degree angle if you provide info I need. Thanks again

[@ReisigSeeds]

OK. I love this guy. He doesn't understand why his video went viral. He's just a normal guy. That's why makes him awesome!

[@DaleB55]

Before piercing the poly for the zip ties, use wide invisible tape on inside and outside first., then make your hole. It will keep from stretching the hole

[@richardbrophy9123]

great idea

[@E-Guy]

Dale Bratcher stretching whos holes

[@Rubypours]

Well that's what I was thinking too and I didn't see your comment until I made mine lol

[@Ward00]

@@E-Guy Your holes

[@JohnGuest45]

The poly would normally be fastened to the timber crosspiece and door uprights on the ends of the tunnel. Pvc tube isnt rigid enough to allow for correct tensioning of the poly which is why hoops are made from steel. A poly covering that resembles a wrinkled sock wont last as long as one that is drum tight...

[@stephencarlsbad]

I built a similar hoop house last fall. The rebar is a must have imho. It really stabilizes the bottom of the hoop house. My advice is to have the rebar sticking at least 1 foot out of the ground or even higher if you can. The longer pieces of rebar help add height to the side walls of the hoop house and give you greater growing vertical width inside of the greenhouse. Your side walls end up being straighter and taller giving you more growing space. My hoop house was 8Lx8Wx8H and the walls didnt start curving until it hit 4 feet high. Taller = more growing space. Also, regular clear box tape with hold the poly roof down to the side walls. No need to poke holes in the poly roof and use twist ties. Just use plenty of clear box tape.

[@royhoco5748]

info only - I buy my clear poly from greenhouse supply stores online, I can get 9 mil or 12 mil plastic that lasts 6 - 7 years in the hot southern summer sun. the 6 mil from box stores only lasts about 2 years here, 12 mil costs a little bit more but lasts a lot longer. I use cattle panels from tractor supply to form the hoops they give much more support to the plastic, it is faster and easier to assemble and makes a very strong framework. cost me about $500 to build a 12 w x 24 l x 90" high at the peak using this method. The 90" height framed in on both ends allows for installation of a storm door I bought at a salvage store for $25. I also bought 2 used storm windows to go in the other end from the door, I use them for ventilation when needed. I installed temperature controlled foundation vents on each side of the door. they open when the inside temp reaches about 50 degrees and allow air to flow in at a ground level and help push hotter air out the storm windows on warmer days.

[@dominiquehouleemc1044]

Hello Roy. Your installation sounds nice. Do you think it would be possible to have a picture of your greenhouse? I am planning on building one to grow flowers.

[@royhoco5748]

@@dominiquehouleemc1044 I can send photos via a text or email address. I don't know how to post photos on youtube.

[@royhoco5748]

@@dominiquehouleemc1044 I can provide photos of the greenhouse via text or email address. I don't know how to post photos on youtube.

[@dominiquehouleemc1044]

​@@royhoco5748 You send them to [e-mail] - Thanks.

[@Dont_panic_its_organic..1971]

Pretty awesome dude.. I'm going to build 1 this spring . It will house many special cannabis strains.. thanks very much for the DIY video.

[@JosephBC69]

Good morning one & all from beautiful Quadra Island and Esquimalt, BC. Now that I'm 76, I was to fully retire this year, until I saw these folks & others attempting to create sheltered environments, to extend the growing season in mild climates such as ours. In addition to my horticultural background, I have experience as a designer-builder from a Journeyman Carpenter's point of view, so I'm offering some insights from 50 years building these and traditional greenhouses. Nothing in life is easy if one wishes to do it well in durable, efficiently functional ways in a variety of environments. Nothing. It appears that the goal of these fellows was to put up a 2nd or 3rd low-cost temporary crop shelter, but they don't seem to have prepared even basic working drawings. Without a basic plan, it's difficult to work in co-ordinated way, especially if there are 2 or 3 people involved. So a simple plan is Step #1. Step #2 is working drawings based on lessons from the first structures. At 21:45, the crew lead says they've had problems in the past creating entries, but now they have a new product which they'll use to see how it goes. Your take on this may be different than mine, but I would've tested it at least once before taking it into the field, especially if I'm making a training video!

[@rev_80m13]

Also u can use an old trampoline.. Disconnect it in half, flip it and u got 2 arches, use the legs for cross bracig for the roof, it took me two old trampolines with legs, to make a 12' long × 7' wide and 8' high perfect for what i intended, Great video man 👊🏼😎

[@designprosb]

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[@toddford8954]

How did you do plastic attach to tramp frame

[@timedvrodlehnen8448]

You god darn genius,...steel baby steel

[@stephencarlsbad]

If you plan on planting in the ground, lay poly down all around the outside of the greenhouse so that the soil is heated and will allow the soil in the greenhouse to retain its own heat during the day and overnight. If the ground outside of the greenhouse is allowed to cool, it will suck the heat from the soil inside of your greenhouse and negate your efforts.

[@dancinmikeb]

How far out on the outside piece?

[@mattschwartz915]

I've had a large PVC greenhouse for 2 years now. The following are facts, not opinions. PVC is not a good material for the hoops. Sure it's cheap initially. But if it directly contacts the plastic it will deteriorate the plastic within months. So the PVC must be separated from the plastic sheeting with tape or some other means. White PVC for plumbing is not UV resistant and it will break down after 1 or 2 years. Gray PVC conduit is more UV resistant but still deteriorates the plastic. The PVC gets very brittle in cold weather and fatigue cracks easily. In order for the PVC hoops to stand up to snow load, an internal support beam and posts need to be added. Strong winds put a side load on the structure...without proper bracing this will cause the PVC hoops to fail (happened to me). Once you do all the things to address these issues you've spent so much time and money that it would have made more sense to build it out of steel hoops in the first place. Like I said, I've lived it. I spent many hours repairing the PVC hoops. Do it right, do it once!

[@geezergamer4796]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/nHvJk6ShareZiKM -> $658 with end walls 6mil plastic and wooden support beams. Still far less than proper metal hoop house would cost sq ft to sq ft

[@designprosb]

Ty Geezer The gamer great additional info 🥂

[@shortchanged.]

Matt Schwartz I actually honor your experience .and will now consider a better hoop .asap

[@NolomEbal44560]

Cattle Panels work great.

[@JNYC-gb1pp]

Where do you get steel hoops? What section of the hardware store are they in? Are they bendable? What is bracing?

[@disasterduck13]

Thanks for the video

[@hshsjdhdj312]

Great job. This structure is perfect for those of us who would want to diy, in order to keep cost as low as possible. Thank you.

[@robertlangley258]

I’d like to see what this greenhouse looks like one year from now. Thanks for sharing.

[@magicalmysterytour-ce3nh]

me too

[@AudreyWortman]

Nice video ..Remer every hole in your house weakens it ..I put a center post in mine ..adjustable to take out sag as time goes on❤😊 let it grow ❤

[@PrinceCbass]

sometimes going cheap actually costs more in the long run. This construction plastic from the box stores will degrade quickly because it is not designed for outdoor/greenhouse use. The white plumbing PVC pipe also off gasses and will damage the plastic where it touches and is also not UV stable. For those looking to build a greenhouse, use greenhouse plastic from a greenhouse supply company and use electrical/gray pvc pipe or steel electrical conduit for the structure. Both are UV stable and will not degrade with sun exposure. The gray PVC will not damage your covering. You can purchase tape that protects the poly covering or paint the white PVC but that is very time consuming. Also don't use zipties and make sure staples are stainless steel. They are also not uv stable and will degrade and break when exposed to elements. A greenhouse of this size should cost a minimum of $1000 and it will last you for many years...4+...I have heard some people getting 6 years and more. The way he built this one, it will last a year if he is lucky, the plastic blocks critical light spectrum's, the wood base will rot quickly if it is in contact with the ground and all the labor will be down the tubes and necessary to repeat next year.

[@mattschwartz915]

Mostly good comments but my experience with the gray PVC is different. Mine did damage my plastic sheeting (which is 4 year rated greenhouse film and has otherwise held up great). In areas that get snow, I strongly recommend going straight to steel hoops (chain link fence top rail). I agree that the way the greenhouse was built in the video will not last long. I don't like to leave negative comments but I think prospective builders should know the truth before they waste a bunch of money and time.

[@ShowYouOnceAgain]

@@mattschwartz915 if you paint the pvc first, it will add much more life to the project. Im lazy, so i look for things that last lol

[@attechoutdoors5893]

If you can afford 2x10’s that is the way to go. Then you can raise the dirt level. I’m working on one right now and going to make video of measurements. Thanks for the video you made. God bless.

[@stephencarlsbad]

Clear 4" boxing tape work really well with the poly. I used only tape on mine, no zip ties. Its held all fall, winter and spring so far. I get it at the dollar store for a buck per large roll...

[@susaneirthug415]

I love. The introduction. I love Minnesota. I need a pvc greenhouse. Thank you.

[@ChrisJ-mf7cj]

Awesome idea and execution. Of course you always see solutions or ways to make your idea better after you complete the job, but it just give you reason to do another one right! Thanks for the info!

[@ryantrunk3809]

Awesome video. you gave me a lot of insight finishing up mine.

[@cpeterson877]

p.s. decided to invest in the PVC clamps to attach the plastic to the frame rather than the zip ties. Much more durable.

[@ladyhill9744]

Quarantine project!!! Thanks for the demo. This is great

[@krushnatpatil6828]

Very nice... good n best for little budget Farmers....

[@cryptomike6287]

In 6hs, but 40 years of experience... Good job. Thanks for the video.

[@JUSTME-px9mv]

Much to learn from this vid. Some are what not to do, some are reminders about keeping things simple. Cheap and quick is in fact cheap and quick. If I had 8 hours to chop down a tree, I'd spend 7 hours sharpening my axe. Abe Lincoln.

[@CarlosAlberto-ii1li]

The bit i like is unrolling the plastic with your right boot and walking all over it on uneven ground.

[@dominiquehouleemc1044]

Would it be a good idea to install one zipper on the outside and the other on the inside, so we could close the door and be able to get out as well? My 2020 project! Thanks, everything is very well explained, great result.

[@Goodellsam]

I made a similar hoop house for my rabitry. I used the zippers and spray adhisve to adhere plastic to PVC pipes. When I got holes, I just spray glued patches over them.

[@goodgirl99us]

I build one of these 12x20' and it worked great . except it wont stand up to wind or cold first winter shredded it and had plastic all over the backyard the trees and the field. 8mm plastic was expensive and didnt hold up I recommend the flexible panels that I have now 2 more winters no problems.

[@logannewman7141]

You wouldn’t have to use zip ties. You could take pvc pipe slightly larger and cut them and make clips to secure the extra poly to the frame.

[@vegascolors]

Nope

[@designprosb]

NIIICE ❣ Tytyty

[@dondig2617]

Great video I'd like to see a parts list

[@cpeterson877]

this is a GREAT video. I will be erecting a similar pic tunnel in the next 2 weeks. I like the zipper idea and may incorporate on into mine.

[@brenda324]

Don't worry about what people say, you did a good thing.

[@ajglover719]

Tried the cinching method that you used for the back end. By the end of the year there were thousands of dead bees and pollinators trapped in the folds of the plastic

[@rodneyflynn3259]

No ridicule intended, but offering a few tips .1) needs treated lumber next to the ground .2) you can use wood framework for end gables, therefore framing in a door /window . 3) anytime you poke a hole through plastic, you're inviting a tear that the wind will absolutely ripped apart. But overall y'all did a great job!

[@COYO-T]

You should be using treated wood since it's almost and probably will be touching the dirt so it wont rot out so quickly.I watched a different video where the guy used grey pvc instead of the whites.The grey is designed for outdoor use unlike the white your using.There are also plastic clips you can use so you don't have to zip tie it.In strong winds it may tear where the zip ties are at.If you were to use a tee connector where you want the door to be you would add strength where the door opening are and have something to connect to.Could have also used the tees for the base to connect the pvc too and used rebar to stake it down to the ground.The video I watched,now it was a dome and I know this is larger but he built it without counting the plastic for under 100 bucks.

[@oldskoolcurlyboy]

fantastic video sir - from the UK

[@MunirHelal]

at 15:50 use the following formula for measuring the arch length : 2 x Pi x R x 180 / 360 , simpler : 2 x 3,14 x R x 0.5 , where R is the radius of the Circle ( meaning the height of the green house , measure the middle post if you have one or the distance from the ground level to the top ( middle ) of the green house , obtaining the Height H ( or Radius R as i wrote it in the formula )

[@deinse82]

That's gonna get you A+ in math class. And then you're gonna step out into the garden, and realize that there isn't a perfect circle to be found, anywhere, and therefor the formula is useless. You gotta measure it.

[@clownssschwab6394]

You mean pie x R 2x 0.5 =1

[@charleskevinTheDarkKnight]

That's more like it. Will be updating with a pic of my own greenhouse sometime in the future. Thanks for the video.

[@NickTamble]

thanks charles... would love to see a pic of the greenhouse - post on my FB page or facebook.com/llgardens

[@dukeman7595]

Heat a nail "Hot" then puncture your hole, this seals the plastic and helps it from tearing.. Better yet, you can run two pieces of rope kris-crossed between each hoop and anchor the ends, this will eliminate puncturing the plastic and the use of "zip ties".. The rope will firm up the plastic and eliminate flapping almost completely and last so much longer against high wind..

[@davidallen3801]

I really enjoyed watching this video and has given me some great ideas for my new hot house thankyou very much from Australia,it was only by accident that l found your channel

[@Bashkir097]

I think how long this type of construction lasts depends on your climate. I'm in Zone 8 Maritime and our pvc pipe/film hoop house is on its fourth summer. The film is UV rated vapour barrier (with white lettering on it - ugly!) and the structure is dismantled and stored during the winter as we mainly use it to give warmth-loving crops a bit of a head start and keep summer rains off the tomatoes (problems with late blight). When I want something year-round I'll probably go for a sturdier frame - winds can be a bit of a problem in our area.

[@dean157799]

Found it hard to pay attention to this video. There are a lot better videos out there. However still educational. I'm currently trying to find the best design for me. This isn't the design I will be using but thank you for making it and I appreciate that you uploaded this in hope's that this is the perfect design for them. Happy growing!

[@skyym3629]

Would it help if you put tape on both sides of the plastic sheeting before you poke a hole through it and then use the zip tie? I would think that would give it much more strength so it wouldn't be as prone to stretch out and possible tear when you snug it up with the zip ties. Thanks for the info, the video and for sharing your knowledge. God bless ya

[@davidcombs5468]

I love the design , and I know you are trying to build it as cheap as you can , but I'm like you 2/6 on the outside dia of the house is what I would do , and I would use bigger pipe for the frame , and I would frame in the Ends , the zippers are awesome , would work great for a window for air , I'm not criticizing I love what you have done here , I love it but me myself. Would beef it all up and double layer the plastic and put a solar fan between the layers so I would have a dead air space , but you are awesome sir Thanks for the video

[@ChanFeng]

How does the wood on the bottom hold. It does not seems like pressure treated and might rot in a few years.

[@agustasister5624]

If your building your first green house and are not really a builder type i would suggest using the cheap box store plastic ...your gonna learn...a lot.

[@stephencarlsbad]

Add additional layers of poly to the roof and walls. The thicker the poly, the more heat retention you get. More layers = more stable temps in a winter greenhouse. I would have a minimum of two layers and even more, if the poly is less than 4 mils thick.

[@j.casshoworth9127]

Very Cool. Good for you. Where do you get the Poly and can you give an update visit video for the one you built 4 years ago to see how its held up?

[@mmoody5017]

I tried something similar. While it is gratifying to get the house up in a day for cheap, it is depressing to see it fail in a windstorm with your tomato crop inside becoming ruined. It happened to me with a smaller hoop house of similar construction. Also the zippers didn’t work too long. In addition, you will get two years max out of that type of plastic. Then it will start to crack and crumble into micro plastic pollution. Small removable pvc hoop house/cloche type structures worked pretty good for me though. PVC and row cover works good too.

[@TanvirAhmed101]

It would be very nice if you can put all the parts list and the cutting measurements in the description, Please

[@taffythegreat1986]

You're right about the phone. It is annoying. Good video👍👍👍

[@DavidSmith-ox4tu]

I use slit 3 inch pieces of PVC to clip the plastic on as I had issues with the zip ties.

[@lynngalloway7684]

I made a greenhouse just like this, but I want to warn anyone using PVC where it snows- it breaks under the weight of snow. Like the Zipper, pretty cool and this would work great where no snow. We had to reinforce the PVC frame with wood and still the snow pushed in from the sides as the snow built up.

[@theohenderson9367]

i love it there is so much a person can do within and its simple and portable thanks for sharing

[@deadfred821]

OMG... I actually remember seeing your PVC greenhouse video... And yes, it stands out cause of your orientation when filming...🤣 But it's all good. You live & you learn. Thanks for sharing again.

[@veronicastewart1959]

I rewatched it again I got the measurements ! Thanks for sharing this !

[@zighunt]

Great video - good tutalage. Thanks.

[@Raynestorm1968]

Thanks for the video, gave me ideas about what I want to do to build my greenhouse. Just one criticism......say it with me........tripod..... it's much easier to do what you need to do and keep the camera steady and showing the viewers what you want to show them if you mount your camera/phone on something to hold it. After all the thought you put into building this second greenhouse....you would think that a stable camera would have been on the list.

[@robertduncan2742]

Do you think its possible to use a flat piece of plastic to put over the plastic for zip tie to go through to keep from ripping the clear. Thanks for this post I think I'll add this

[@kennethstensrud669]

Best way to stretch plastic over a hoophouse is when it is summer and warm. And a doorway made of wood with a door for entering the greenhouse would be a much better solution. Building cheap ofte turn out to be the most expensive.

[@rammur1]

Nice job , But, I built one similar , and it did not hold up to snow load, instead I built one using cattle panels, Just a thought , thank you.

[@akirimau]

The point you used tie chords to secure the polysheet could be replaced with PVC clamps.

[@barberbuilding04]

You should have used grey electrical pvc , the white pipe will deteriorate from the sun, or spray paint them to keep them from uv rays

[@extremereclusefallows5779]

Never, never, never use regular lumber in contact with the ground. Always use ground contact pressure treated lumber. Instead, use some straight concrete landscape block around the perimeter. The rebar is a good choice.

[@themaximusone]

where did you get the zippers ?????? also i am in Michigan the sun isnt out a lot in winter im thinking of a grow light but no zero about them but was told that they have some that have 2 resistors or something like that lol I would need one for a 15 foot hoop house and a recommendation.

[@45valk]

How’s it withstand the snow and wind?

[@burnerjack01]

Don't know how true it is and/or to what extent, but I've been told plumbing PVC isn't UV resistant but furniture grade and electrical PVC conduit are.

[@JNYC-gb1pp]

19:55 Couldn't you take a piece of pipe, cut it down the length to create an 'open' pipe and then put that C shaped piece onto the the pipe in order to afix the rolled up excess onto the ribs? (pipe on pipe)

[@JonTopping]

Would it be a good idea, or a bad idea, to double up on the plastic layers? Like just have two of the sheets, back to back. Would that double the insulation? My hope would be that I could keep peppers alive for a whole Canadian winter.

[@geezergamer4796]

Nick Tamble - Good video man!

[@sukavuka]

Very cool fellas

[@Rubypours]

Thats brilliant! I think i will try it. I don't have any experience cutting poly, However, If you had put the piece of tape on the poly 1st and then poked a hole in it to secure the Zip ties, Do you think it would have stretched less and made a bigger hole less?. You know and just Poke your hole through the tape and the poly of the same time.

[@Nozoki]

"perpetual ridicule" The internet is a harsh mistress.

[@Zarathustra_was_first]

hahahah!

[@elsagrace3893]

Good job, handsome men!

[@MM-yj8vh]

👌🌷great work.... keep going... 👍🌷

[@eozen81]

This is a very informative video, Thank you very much

[@DeeCeeTheGreat]

I like the wood frame design at the bottom,. Thanks for sharing guys!

[@complexionmataya6338]

this has helped me a lot thanks Nick

[@blakehill6729]

Nice job

[@JanissarySport]

Thanks for Video Salam From Indonesia

[@TheJewelnok]

why do you not use something like gorilla glue to connect the pvc ends? You are using a two part glue fastening system generally used for a water tight fit, but these pvc don't need a water tight fit.

[@mountainviews5025]

I would put some kind of thick tape on the plastic before I put any holes in it and before building you could use boiling water to form the pvc so that there's no pressure on anything beside that I really like it not many people know this but a greenhouse is a few thousand dollars well a small one anyway and for 300 dollars y´all did awesome

[@cheakychic1]

i think i would of put a piece of duct tape where i was putting the holes ripping would be less probable ... But you gave me some great ideas for mine ...thanks

[@SuperDavidson27]

Nick you should build some bad ass hoop house! Never mind small economic hoop house! good luck !

[@magicalmysterytour-ce3nh]

i use black poly hoops to make hula hoops for the kids

[@itsadeel54]

Did it hold up for more than 1 year?

[@mikestrothotte467]

My concern would be the tree roots from the tree right next to the garden patch.

[@dayveemg_tx3023]

What kind of plastic did y’all use?

[@squirellvr57]

Have you ever thought about using g a GoPro to video with?

[@lesterteachman7277]

were do you get your plastic

[@aliceedwards3053]

Seems like you're heading in a decent direction however that plastic likely not last more than about 1 1/2 seasons is it makes it that far I would be surprised that mean he can use your example to build a considerably more stable and long lasting greenhouse. Thanks for the edification.

[@Worship175]

Can you put up material list

[@deborahdavidson1220]

What about using pool noodles to help secure the ends. I don't think you would need zip ties.

[@vegascolors]

Wrong

[@MrAdamNTProtester]

if you champfer the tops of your stakes they won't split when pounding into frozen ground

[@terryrodbourn2793]

If you want better crops get a battery powered radio in your greenhouse and moderate level and plant will be bigger!

[@jeremychilton6926]

I'm surprised he didn't mention the most important step of the whole build?? 9:20

[@itatimoroan1246]

Is it strong when the winds come ??? I am just currious

[@willgaukler8979]

use some three foot or better metal anchors to bottom frame...holding the frame to the ground....then build up...also becomes an electrical ground as well...

[@itatimoroan1246]

@@willgaukler8979 thank you Will😊 That's help a lot. Would love to try that

[@mydigitalditch]

Use metal

[@mikemike7386]

How much wind can this handle?

[@mercedesdelpinoaspiazu4532]

Excelente! Thank you!

[@VanlilfewithDaleandBailey]

So how about an update. Has the greenhouse held up so far? Is there anything you would do different?

[@mayochsetcher5528]

I would like to hear an update on your greenhouse how it held up

[@mydigitalditch]

Did it for a random person and he never returned

[@DocScience2]

They build a somewhat similar greenhouse in 2014 and posted in a video. They took it down after 2 months due to unspecified damage.