How far apart are greenhouse hoops?

Nominal Hoop spacing is 4 feet O.C. on typical greenhouse/hoop-house construction , however you can space them closer if you like. On some applications such as summer shade or bird net structure applications 6 ft is acceptable provided the covering is removed before the winter season.

What kind of pipe is used for hoop house?

plastic PVC pipes
The shape of a hoop house sheds water and snow from its exterior while allowing sunlight in to provide heat. Houses of this category are made with aluminum or plastic PVC pipes as hoops that are covered with a single layer of polymer plastic covering.

How tall should a low tunnel be?

approximately 4 feet tall
Low tunnels are temporary structures that are approximately 4 feet tall and 3 to 6 feet wide. Hoops constructed of wire (9-gauge) or pipe (metal or plastic) can be used to support row cover spunbond fabric or polyethylene plastic to create a mini greenhouse over the crops.

What kind of plastic is used for hoop houses?

Use the best grade of greenhouse plastic for your hoop house, even if your structure is small. Plastic from the hardware store looks good, but will degrade in sunlight and tear in a year or two. The best hoop house option is 6 mil, UV-protected greenhouse plastic.

How to build a greenhouse with PVC?

Cut PVC pipes to the size you’ve chosen and connect them with PVC glue for a permanent bond.

If you plan to move the greenhouse,use temporary connectors such as bolts or screws,or drill holes in the pipes and zip-tie them together so you can reassemble it

Use PVC fittings like elbows,tees and wyes to join PVC pipes at various angles.

How to build a hoop house?

Choosing a perfect location for your Hoop House.

Selecting the dimensions for your hoop house as per your requirement.

Buying the required Hoop House materials.

Bending the Galvanized steel poles for making the hoops.

Installing the wooden base frame of the hoop house.

Anchoring the PVC pipes in the ground.

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