Features of the installation of a greenhouse "butterfly" on the site

Every summer resident at least once thought about buying a greenhouse or making it. The greenhouse "butterfly" made of polycarbonate is very popular today. In our article we will describe how to assemble this structure independently, consider its advantages and disadvantages.

Description and equipment

The design we are looking at is very much like a butterfly, which is why it got its name. She represents gable construction, which includes the following components:

• board - 4 pieces;
• frame - 2 pieces;
• narrow upper part - 1 pc.

Typically, the design is made of metal or plastic profile. Polycarbonate is ideal as a coating, in rare cases polyethylene is used.

The open type of the greenhouse resembles a butterfly, which has spread its wings. Frames of a design make both continuous, and section. In the manufacture of the second type of structure, you can create inside separate sections with different climatic conditions. When installing solid frames microclimate throughout the greenhouse will be the same.

Where to place the "butterfly"

An important point when installing is the choice of location. It is recommended to choose a well-lit area. It is best to place the structure from north to south.

It is not recommended to install a “butterfly” in the lowlands, since on such an area often accumulation of groundwater, rainwater and thawed snow occurs, which will lead to debate and rotting of plants. Reviews of some gardeners indicate that the butterfly greenhouse is terrible, and that it has almost no expected effect. Often this is due to the wrong place, so at this point you should pay special attention.

How to install the structure

If desired, each summer resident can try to assemble the structure himself - there is nothing complicated about it. If you decide to make yourself a butterfly greenhouse, it is very important to familiarize yourself with the assembly instructions.

Site preparation

Before installing the structure, it is recommended to carefully level the area where it will be located.

To do this, it should be as close as possible to the level of the horizon. It is also important to take into account technological recommendations and arrange the ends vertically to ensure maximum efficiency in the distribution of snow and wind loads.

Putting the frame

Build a greenhouse "butterfly" consists of several stages, one of the main - frame mounting:

1. The first installation of the wings of the greenhouse to its ends.
2. In the next step, longitudinal guides are installed. All parts must be fastened with the help of fasteners "father-mother" and start one to another.
3. Then the fixers are mounted for the opening position of the greenhouse.
4. All connections are fixed with roofing screws.

At this assembly of the frame is completed.

Polycarbonate sheathing

After the construction is assembled, it is necessary to complete it. trim polycarbonate.

1. It is necessary to cut the sheet according to the dimensions that are specified in the instructions, or what you have planned for yourself to create the structure. Honeycombs on polycarbonate when attached to the ends and wings of the greenhouse should be located vertically.
2. Then remove the protective shipping film. The side of the polycarbonate on which the film is pasted must be outside the greenhouse.
3. We carry out fastening of the cutting parts intended for the ends of the structure. Carefully trim the polycarbonate outside the design.
4. Then the wing trim is performed. It is necessary to position the polycarbonate in such a way that a visor forms over both ends of the greenhouse. We fix the material with roofing screws. To prevent the formation of waves on the surface, the fixation of polycarbonate is better to start from the extreme upper point of the center of the greenhouse.
5. After fixing it is necessary to cut the wings. The side and bottom cuts are carried out along the profile of the structure so that the wings of the greenhouse rest on the resulting ledge. The recommended indentation from the edge of the profile pipe to the center of the pipe when the incision is 5-6 mm. Upper cuts must be made along the outer edges of the wing of the greenhouse.

The greenhouse trim is complete.

Installation pens

The final stage of mounting the design is the installation of handles. To do this, in the upper part of the polycarbonate it is necessary to cut the central part of the hinges to facilitate the opening of the greenhouse. Handles are mounted on the wings of the greenhouse with self-tapping screws. At this installation of the greenhouse is over, and it can be driven into the ground at the level of the lower longitudinal guide.

Features of operation

In order for you to be able to operate the greenhouse as efficiently as possible, we suggest reading some of the tips:

• When planning to grow several types of plants in a greenhouse, it is necessary to divide it into special sections with the help of a polyethylene film.

• When it is warm outside, you can open the greenhouse and leave it with the lids raised for the day. However, at night or with a cold snap, it should definitely be closed.
• To enhance the sealing and prevent the ingress of cold air inside, you need to use rack frames with film - so you can create a double protection. Thanks to her, you can start planting 2 weeks earlier than usual, and the fruiting period will be increased by 1 month.
• Watering can be carried out as an ordinary garden watering can, and with the use of a drip system.
• It is not recommended that the fruit and scourge touch the floor. Place U-shaped structures near the sides, lay the slats on them (step 7-8 cm). When the seedlings in growth exceed the height of the supports, it is necessary to place the slats under the lash - this will save the plants from damage.

If you properly operate a greenhouse, follow the tips and recommendations, you can achieve high efficiency.

Advantages and disadvantages

Like any design, a butterfly greenhouse made of polycarbonate has its advantages and disadvantages. The advantages include:

• The ability to efficiently use the area. Thanks to the construction of the greenhouse, it can be approached from different sides, access to plants is not limited.

• It is convenient to work with seedlings.
• Ability to conduct greenhouse ventilation.
• The ability to install shock absorbers that will control the opening of the door
• Structural strength. The greenhouse will stand even with gusts of wind up to 20 m / s, withstand 10 cm of snow cover.
• Simple assembly.
• High sealing level.
• Affordable cost (self-manufacturing costs are small).
• Long period of operation.
• Easy to maintain.

As you can see, the design has many advantages, so its construction on the site is very appropriate.

There are few disadvantages in a greenhouse, but still they include the following:

• Bad processing of mounting holes - can be eliminated by yourself with the help of a file.
• Unreliable loops for frames - you can always buy new ones.
• When the greenhouse is covered with polyethylene, material subsidence may occur. The problem is solved using more dense materials.

Greenhouse "butterfly" - a very convenient design, it can be used for the cultivation of many crops. Thanks to our article, you learned how you can mount the structure yourself, and you were convinced of the simplicity of this event.