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A few polytunnel work in progress pics
If your tunnel is similar to mine and the main frame is fitted onto ground anchors, then the bolts can be loosened to lift the frame on the anchors to tension the cover if necessary. This comment...
If your tunnel is similar to mine and the main frame is fitted onto ground anchors, then the bolts can be loosened to lift the frame on the anchors to tension the cover if necessary. This comment is for onlookers too as I'm certain andrew has this done already.Nice tidy job andrew, I made one...
If your tunnel is similar to mine and the main frame is fitted onto ground anchors, then the bolts can be loosened to lift the frame on the anchors to tension the cover if necessary. This comment is for onlookers too as I'm certain andrew has...
If your tunnel is similar to mine and the main frame is fitted onto ground anchors, then the bolts can be loosened to lift the frame on the anchors to tension the cover if necessary. This comment...
andrews
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Dec 5, 2018
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Steve R
Dec 12, 2018
Temperature comparison inside and out
I've just viewed this video by Charles Dowding - see from approximately 11 minutes onwards.His observations seem to match my own. Looks like it could be due to lack of air movement inside the PT.
I've just viewed this video by Charles Dowding - see from approximately 11 minutes onwards.His observations seem to match my own. Looks like it could be due to lack of air movement inside the PT.
I've just viewed this video by Charles Dowding - see from approximately 11 minutes onwards.His observations seem to match my own. Looks like it could be due to lack of air movement inside the PT.
I've just viewed this video by Charles Dowding - see from approximately 11 minutes onwards.His observations seem to match my own. Looks like it could be due to lack of air movement inside the PT.
Pedro61
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Nov 22, 2018
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Pedro61
Dec 15, 2018
Our New Polytunnel
And it might seem a minor point, but I think it is useful when you form the 'pleats' in the cover at the ends, where it is attached to the doorframe, to try to get all the pleats 'facing...
And it might seem a minor point, but I think it is useful when you form the 'pleats' in the cover at the ends, where it is attached to the doorframe, to try to get all the pleats 'facing downwards' inside the tunnel. That way any water from your watering system doesn't hang about in the grooves...
And it might seem a minor point, but I think it is useful when you form the 'pleats' in the cover at the ends, where it is attached to the doorframe, to try to get all the pleats 'facing downwards' inside the tunnel. That way any water from your...
And it might seem a minor point, but I think it is useful when you form the 'pleats' in the cover at the ends, where it is attached to the doorframe, to try to get all the pleats 'facing...
Vince
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Oct 16, 2018
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CarolineL
Oct 18, 2018
Misting System Suggestions
Misting now ordered.Like a lot of things, the original idea has grown a bit.The system will be 1m misting over the heated sand bed and then 3m over the benches. I'll be able to turn off the...
Misting now ordered.Like a lot of things, the original idea has grown a bit.The system will be 1m misting over the heated sand bed and then 3m over the benches. I'll be able to turn off the benches in 1m segments and turn off the section over the heated bed.
Misting now ordered.Like a lot of things, the original idea has grown a bit.The system will be 1m misting over the heated sand bed and then 3m over the benches. I'll be able to turn off the benches in 1m segments and turn off the section...
Misting now ordered.Like a lot of things, the original idea has grown a bit.The system will be 1m misting over the heated sand bed and then 3m over the benches. I'll be able to turn off the...
andrews
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Sep 18, 2018
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andrews
Oct 22, 2018
Should I install galvanised steel mesh against field mice and mole
I did this on my first, small tunnel on a plot full of voles and moles and nothing got through the skirt, but voles got through the door opening.I didn't bother on subsequent tunnels (where...
I did this on my first, small tunnel on a plot full of voles and moles and nothing got through the skirt, but voles got through the door opening.I didn't bother on subsequent tunnels (where voles still got through the front door!), and when replacing covers I've never found holes through the...
I did this on my first, small tunnel on a plot full of voles and moles and nothing got through the skirt, but voles got through the door opening.I didn't bother on subsequent tunnels (where voles still got through the front door!), and when...
I did this on my first, small tunnel on a plot full of voles and moles and nothing got through the skirt, but voles got through the door opening.I didn't bother on subsequent tunnels (where...
baris
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Aug 20, 2018
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Scrungee
Aug 20, 2018
Can polyolefin foam be used under the polythene cover to stop the wooden frame to cause any problem?
@Marley Farley Thanks @Tetters Thanks I am in Inverness. @CarolineL Thanks. I think those foams are expensive. I need to purchase lots of them. @Gail_68 Thanks. @Steve R That is a very good...
@Marley Farley Thanks @Tetters Thanks I am in Inverness. @CarolineL Thanks. I think those foams are expensive. I need to purchase lots of them. @Gail_68 Thanks. @Steve R That is a very good advice I feel so stupid now, I didn't think of doing that. I might even lay the foam I mentioned as a...
@Marley Farley Thanks @Tetters Thanks I am in Inverness. @CarolineL Thanks. I think those foams are expensive. I need to purchase lots of them. @Gail_68 Thanks. @Steve R That is a very good advice I feel so stupid now, I didn't think of doing...
@Marley Farley Thanks @Tetters Thanks I am in Inverness. @CarolineL Thanks. I think those foams are expensive. I need to purchase lots of them. @Gail_68 Thanks. @Steve R That is a very good...
baris
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Jul 27, 2018
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baris
Jul 30, 2018
High winds
All 3 of my 3 x 6m (10 x 20 feet) polytunnels have double doors covered in mesh at the west facing entrances and identical mesh panels at the rear. Whilst I'm growing in them they are only covered...
All 3 of my 3 x 6m (10 x 20 feet) polytunnels have double doors covered in mesh at the west facing entrances and identical mesh panels at the rear. Whilst I'm growing in them they are only covered with polythene during colder weather, and then they're closed up again in autumn.Despite the...
All 3 of my 3 x 6m (10 x 20 feet) polytunnels have double doors covered in mesh at the west facing entrances and identical mesh panels at the rear. Whilst I'm growing in them they are only covered with polythene during colder weather, and then...
All 3 of my 3 x 6m (10 x 20 feet) polytunnels have double doors covered in mesh at the west facing entrances and identical mesh panels at the rear. Whilst I'm growing in them they are only covered...
Jimb0b
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Jun 14, 2018
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Scrungee
Jun 16, 2018
Polytunnel watering system
Or it might be just as easy to buy a new hose after fitting the rainwater gutter filter, I think they are fairly cheap?
Or it might be just as easy to buy a new hose after fitting the rainwater gutter filter, I think they are fairly cheap?
Or it might be just as easy to buy a new hose after fitting the rainwater gutter filter, I think they are fairly cheap?
Or it might be just as easy to buy a new hose after fitting the rainwater gutter filter, I think they are fairly cheap?
Plosh
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Jun 9, 2018
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JWK
Jun 9, 2018
Green poly tunnels
The ones with 'green' covers are normally much, much cheaper than those sold with clear covers.Green covers start rapidly deteriorating after a couple of years, so can either be replaced when...
The ones with 'green' covers are normally much, much cheaper than those sold with clear covers.Green covers start rapidly deteriorating after a couple of years, so can either be replaced when the polythene between the mesh begins to shower down, or immediately re-sell the supplied cover on...
The ones with 'green' covers are normally much, much cheaper than those sold with clear covers.Green covers start rapidly deteriorating after a couple of years, so can either be replaced when the polythene between the mesh begins to shower...
The ones with 'green' covers are normally much, much cheaper than those sold with clear covers.Green covers start rapidly deteriorating after a couple of years, so can either be replaced when...
freeflow
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Feb 5, 2018
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Scrungee
Feb 5, 2018
Polytunnel ventilation
Used them for years never had a major problem with them. If you live in a cold area then take them off and store frost free over winter, remember to lock vent after removal.
Used them for years never had a major problem with them. If you live in a cold area then take them off and store frost free over winter, remember to lock vent after removal.
Used them for years never had a major problem with them. If you live in a cold area then take them off and store frost free over winter, remember to lock vent after removal.
Used them for years never had a major problem with them. If you live in a cold area then take them off and store frost free over winter, remember to lock vent after removal.
WoolyBack
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Nov 26, 2017
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NigelJ
Jan 18, 2018
ebay poly leaking on seam
Well it shouldn’t be leaking, but they do make a lot of condensation are you sure it isn’t that which is dripping?
Well it shouldn’t be leaking, but they do make a lot of condensation are you sure it isn’t that which is dripping?
Well it shouldn’t be leaking, but they do make a lot of condensation are you sure it isn’t that which is dripping?
Well it shouldn’t be leaking, but they do make a lot of condensation are you sure it isn’t that which is dripping?
Safronsue
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Oct 23, 2017
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Marley Farley
Oct 24, 2017
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Compromise, sometimes we have to.
@Scudo good workspace
i have similar ....but now looking at the side of the Chicken coop
to add another raised overwintering area for Dahlia pots etc .....no wall space wasted with us gardeners eh
@Scudo good workspace
i have similar ....but now looking at the side of the Chicken coop
to add another raised overwintering area for Dahlia pots etc .....no wall space wasted with us gardeners eh
@Scudo good workspace
i have similar ....but now looking at the side of the Chicken coop
to add another raised overwintering area for Dahlia pots etc .....no wall space wasted with us gardeners eh
@Scudo good workspace
i have similar ....but now looking at the side of the Chicken coop
to add another raised overwintering area for Dahlia pots etc .....no wall space wasted with us gardeners eh
Scudo
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Oct 20, 2017
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BeeHappy
Oct 21, 2017
Which end?
Yes you were asking the shelving problem.. Sorry.. Went off on a tangent there.. if your tunnel is in full sun put your shelving in a bright area, but not direct sun or they will cook.. Maybe rig...
Yes you were asking the shelving problem.. Sorry.. Went off on a tangent there.. if your tunnel is in full sun put your shelving in a bright area, but not direct sun or they will cook.. Maybe rig some shade up if seedlings get too hot... Seedlings want bright but not full sun..
Yes you were asking the shelving problem.. Sorry.. Went off on a tangent there.. if your tunnel is in full sun put your shelving in a bright area, but not direct sun or they will cook.. Maybe rig some shade up if seedlings get too hot......
Yes you were asking the shelving problem.. Sorry.. Went off on a tangent there.. if your tunnel is in full sun put your shelving in a bright area, but not direct sun or they will cook.. Maybe rig...
Jimb0b
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Oct 15, 2017
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Marley Farley
Oct 22, 2017
Front and back ground bar on eBay poly
And so you should be, nice tidy job!Happy growing..Steve...
And so you should be, nice tidy job!Happy growing..Steve...
And so you should be, nice tidy job!Happy growing..Steve...
And so you should be, nice tidy job!Happy growing..Steve...
Safronsue
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Oct 11, 2017
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Steve R
Oct 20, 2017
Hello, from a gardener in Greece
Sounds good
I'll be doing some touring next month but the only part of Greece I shall be going to will be Laconia.In 1963 I was working at sea and we were one of the ships that rushed to try...
Sounds good
I'll be doing some touring next month but the only part of Greece I shall be going to will be Laconia.In 1963 I was working at sea and we were one of the ships that rushed to try and help with the rescue of the Lakonia that caught fire.
Nearly 200 people died in that...
Sounds good
I'll be doing some touring next month but the only part of Greece I shall be going to will be Laconia.In 1963 I was working at sea and we were one of the ships that rushed to try and help with the rescue of the Lakonia that...
Sounds good
I'll be doing some touring next month but the only part of Greece I shall be going to will be Laconia.In 1963 I was working at sea and we were one of the ships that rushed to try...
Safronsue
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Sep 29, 2017
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shiney
Oct 8, 2017
Any preference to suggestions??
Thanks Steve what you have done with the grapes is kind of what I have in mind right on the edge of the polly tunnel so the roots can spread both inside and outJames
Thanks Steve what you have done with the grapes is kind of what I have in mind right on the edge of the polly tunnel so the roots can spread both inside and outJames
Thanks Steve what you have done with the grapes is kind of what I have in mind right on the edge of the polly tunnel so the roots can spread both inside and outJames
Thanks Steve what you have done with the grapes is kind of what I have in mind right on the edge of the polly tunnel so the roots can spread both inside and outJames
Jimb0b
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Sep 10, 2017
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Jimb0b
Sep 14, 2017
My bodged poly due to sloping ground
Showing the height difference I had to deal with. No doubt there are better ways but this is what I thought of.
Showing the height difference I had to deal with. No doubt there are better ways but this is what I thought of.
Showing the height difference I had to deal with. No doubt there are better ways but this is what I thought of.
Showing the height difference I had to deal with. No doubt there are better ways but this is what I thought of.
Poly Hive
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Jul 22, 2017
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Poly Hive
Jul 24, 2017
HOW MANY?
A gardener I have a great respect for is Richard Sandford of Lower Lovetts Farm Lower Lovetts Farm ::He grows his tomatoes in smallish pots too.From this gallery Lower Lovetts Farm ::...
A gardener I have a great respect for is Richard Sandford of Lower Lovetts Farm Lower Lovetts Farm ::He grows his tomatoes in smallish pots too.From this gallery Lower Lovetts Farm :: DetailsSteve...
A gardener I have a great respect for is Richard Sandford of Lower Lovetts Farm Lower Lovetts Farm ::He grows his tomatoes in smallish pots too.From this gallery Lower Lovetts Farm :: DetailsSteve...
A gardener I have a great respect for is Richard Sandford of Lower Lovetts Farm Lower Lovetts Farm ::He grows his tomatoes in smallish pots too.From this gallery Lower Lovetts Farm ::...
wavebuster
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May 22, 2017
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Steve R
May 23, 2017
Solar Powered Fan to aid ventilation?
Dick always seemed to work backwards, he`d build whatever it was then try to figure why it didnt work, physics and thermodynamics arent his thing
It would be great if a cubic metre of...
Dick always seemed to work backwards, he`d build whatever it was then try to figure why it didnt work, physics and thermodynamics arent his thing
It would be great if a cubic metre of gravel/broken glass and a pc fan could heat and cool a greenhouse but tbh a hot cuppa tea (heating) and an...
Dick always seemed to work backwards, he`d build whatever it was then try to figure why it didnt work, physics and thermodynamics arent his thing
It would be great if a cubic metre of gravel/broken glass and a pc fan could heat and cool a...
Dick always seemed to work backwards, he`d build whatever it was then try to figure why it didnt work, physics and thermodynamics arent his thing
It would be great if a cubic metre of...
Quackerjack
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Apr 8, 2017
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Hex_2011
May 14, 2017
Using windbreak netting on top to protect and tightening cover polytunnel
I used webbing straps with 18" ground anchors, loosely tied so not to bend the plastic but will not allow it to expand in the wind. 3 on a 9m tunnel
I used webbing straps with 18" ground anchors, loosely tied so not to bend the plastic but will not allow it to expand in the wind. 3 on a 9m tunnel
I used webbing straps with 18" ground anchors, loosely tied so not to bend the plastic but will not allow it to expand in the wind. 3 on a 9m tunnel
I used webbing straps with 18" ground anchors, loosely tied so not to bend the plastic but will not allow it to expand in the wind. 3 on a 9m tunnel
Davidsup
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Feb 28, 2017
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Jimcub
May 10, 2017
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