Reinforcing a Harbor Freight 10 x 12 Greenhouse

[@cryptolegend6803]

Thanks for taking the time to make this video and contributing to the library in the sky. Nice upgrades

[@HomesteadingHijinks]

Thanks for watching!

[@alensley1368]

Looks good. I'm getting ready to put one up and these are great ideas. Thanks.

[@HomesteadingHijinks]

It's still standing, 8 years later.

[@lateride]

Once I got over my motion sickness ~~~~~ I decided this is a pretty good installation. Thanks for the detailed presentation. I plan to do something similar with the same size house and got a lot of pointers from yours.

[@HomesteadingHijinks]

Yah, sorry about that. It was my first video. I've learned a lot since then. Happy building!!!

[@tlbx57]

I like the 4x4 reinforcement idea, nice job. I have had mine in operation for over five years in Michigan, using the metal channel frame as instructed. The key is filling the floor into the channels with gravel for a weighted anchor to secure against strong wind storms. I also layered a paver brick floor for more ballast. After two years I added gussets and splices from the center rafter to the joist for more rigidity as the wind flexion broke the channel at the top of the wall, both ends. Also set 4, raised on cinder blocks, 4' x 6' x 14' deep beds, added electric power, a temp controlled fan and water with a timer and soaker hoses. Other modifications included riveting all panels in place. Added two filtered vents, one each side of the doors. Really have enjoyed this system.

[@sgardi2]

Hi Tony, I just purchased mine and want to do similar enhancements. What type of fan did you use and temp control? did you screw down the vents on top and just use louvers with the fan? I live in GA and feel like the summer heat may be too much at times.

[@HomesteadingHijinks]

Wow! You've been busy! I actually just roasted my seedlings because I don't have anything automated out there. It was a sunny 50 outside and 110 inside. Whoops! It's my first year doing my own seedlings. Lesson learned.

[@williamlott7612]

Good job. Just bought this greenhouse and will incorporate some of your improvements. Darlington, South Carolina

[@edyagger8779]

very detailed walk-through. looking to buy one. Was wondering about reinforcement. and now I have my answer !

[@HomesteadingHijinks]

Good luck!

[@justinsmudde2554]

Great job gang! Looks very sturdy and nice! Way to be innovative. Im gonna do the same exact thing

[@HomesteadingHijinks]

Still standing 6.5 years later.

[@glennrogers5568]

Nice ! Great job.

[@mho8971]

Great framing idea! I’m starting to build mine and looking for ideas . I’m blessed to watch your video because we have strong winds occasionally in our property. I’ll incorporate your framing idea.

[@deals360]

Thank you for this video. We are looking to build one next spring.

[@deborahnorman3027]

Think I'll just build one from scratch.....jeez. Glad that worked for you.

[@HomesteadingHijinks]

4 years and counting. It's been great. Good luck with your build.

[@joannagagon6266]

Love what you did! I have had mine for about 5 years and the biggest problem is having panels blow out. Now I know what to do!!!

[@joannagagon6266]

I also did 4x4 reinforcements BEFORE I assembled it. I will never have to worry about it going anywhere. Also added a wooden grow box at the back end,I live in a colder climate so the growing season is shorter.

[@HomesteadingHijinks]

That's awesome! Sounds like it worked out for you!

[@ghiagoo]

I like the mesh tarp idea

[@HomesteadingHijinks]

I'm actually taking it down. It would be more effective over the roof.

[@marcel84marcel]

Wow, overkill on the interior support beams! I just put electrial conduit at 45° at all 4 corners. My greenhouse feels rock solid now. It has survived 70+ mph winds with no problem. The vent are horrible. Plan on permanently closing them and adding a vent fan. Tape up the ends on the top and bottom door rails and add some oil. Doors will glide like they are floating on air.

[@HomesteadingHijinks]

We get wind every day at 3pm. The other day it was close to 100mph. The greenhouse has also been hit by a microburst and lived to tell the tale. For my area, this works. Plus the wood gave me something to hang stuff on.

[@GluefactoryOffroad]

@@HomesteadingHijinks May be "overkill" to some but I certainly understand your reasoning and I myself would have done the same. And too as you said, it would give "something to hang stuff on." Good job in my opinion.

[@HomesteadingHijinks]

@@GluefactoryOffroad thank you!

[@GluefactoryOffroad]

@@HomesteadingHijinks You're welcome. Thanks for the video btw.

[@d.c4299]

Plastic or metal? I'm at home depot now! And need help.

[@Caffeine513]

I am also installing this same greenhouse. I purchased a solar fan, solar window openers and a sensor push wireless thermometer that has an app to let me know the temp inside my greenhouse. Well done you guys.

[@HomesteadingHijinks]

I would love the fan and the openers. Maybe next year. And thanks!

[@russoul8633]

Great video. Love all the reinforcement. It's better to have and not need, than to need and not have.

[@504doe]

It's a little more work but standing with a belt sander would smooth the tops of those boards to eliminate snags and finding future splinters in yourself...you'd be amazed the minor things you might do and find splinters...you'll be happy to rub against smooth edges without worrying about doing tweezer surgery to yourself lol

[@kellyaddy7316]

Great Job! What state are you in?

[@HomesteadingHijinks]

Thanks! Northern Nevada

[@kellyaddy7316]

Kingman Az here. Moved here about 6 yrs ago and still trying to figure things out. @@HomesteadingHijinks

[@Space.Ghost.]

I didn't want to do this, but I might have to do this......

[@HomesteadingHijinks]

It's an investment. One that has done well.

[@johnbrabant9548]

Maybe a dumb question....I am assuming that you assembled the greenhouse first and afterward installed the interior wood frame, correct? Really nice job that I plant to replicate. Thank you.

[@HomesteadingHijinks]

Actually it's kind of a combo, the wooden frame was done based on the the base frame being squared up. Marked the ground with marking paint for the piers. Once the concrete was set we got the aluminum frame up, then the wood frame. Being that it was 10x12, we cut the wood accordingly and had it ready to go.

[@sheliacole3301]

Look into pergolas.

[@HomesteadingHijinks]

For what purpose?

[@sheliacole3301]

@@HomesteadingHijinks They are a awesome heavy duty joint connection system.

[@angelomisterioso]

All fine, but is it nukeproof? Just kidding! Great job. Seems VERY solid.

[@HomesteadingHijinks]

Very solid. Still standing 6.5 years later.

[@kathleenwalton3311]

What would it cost for that reinforcement please

[@HomesteadingHijinks]

I believe it was around $125

[@chuckgriffin6372]

what did the reinforcements cost you

[@HomesteadingHijinks]

At the time? I think I said in the video, but the number I am remembering is 150? It's been standing for 7 years next month.

[@manohoo]

why not use duct tape on the open edges of the polycarbonate panels?

[@HomesteadingHijinks]

It would break down too fast. We're in the desert. No humidity, lots of sun.

[@stephenlee6132]

Did yall use treated lumber

[@HomesteadingHijinks]

Yes. It can be humid in there.

[@markbriggs5110]

I’m looking to get the same one just the 6x8 version, but I need it to be 5.5x8 to fit in a desired location. Do you think with the right tools it could be modified to be 6 inches less in width?

[@HomesteadingHijinks]

You know? I'm not familiar with that greenhouse, but I'm sure you could get creative.

[@sowhat3459]

Dark colors promote heat. Dark colored mesh. NO

[@ThirtyoneCrafts]

Great video and tips! I plan on making a kit that doubles up what I did for securing the panels based on your pattern. I only did the centers and it's held up pretty well so far. I can totally see the advantages of doing two though. Check out my vid and tell me what you think and if it would have helped you during your build. Thanks!