Which polycarbonate is best for a greenhouse - recommendations and reviews from real users

What summer resident does not want to have a greenhouse on his site? This question is probably absolutely rhetorical, because in the conditions of our country, especially in the northern regions, it is impossible to get a good harvest of such crops as tomato and cucumber, eggplant and bell pepper, without the presence of a greenhouse or a similar structure. In the manufacture of greenhouses, various building materials are used (wood, metal profile, plastic), and glass, film or polycarbonate is used as a coating. Which polycarbonate is best for a greenhouse: selection parameters and the main characteristics of the material, the advantages and disadvantages of its use, as well as the cost and reviews of real users - the topic of this article by homemaster.techinfus.com/en/.

Appearance of cellular polycarbonate used in the manufacture of greenhouses

Advantages and disadvantages of using this material

Polycarbonate is a polymer material with high resistance to adverse operating conditions and high light transmittance.

Due to its physical properties, polycarbonate is used in various industries (construction, automotive), as well as in the manufacture of products that require appropriate transparency and strength (goggles, shields, sports equipment).

When sheathing a greenhouse with polycarbonate, its design and shape can be completely different, and the main condition for successful operation in this case is the strength of its frame

The popularity and demand for this material in the construction of greenhouses is due to its advantages, which can be formulated as follows:

With the help of different colors of the material used, you can even decorate your site

Of course, in addition to the advantages, like any other type of building material, polycarbonate also has certain disadvantages:

Greenhouse made of colored polycarbonate

Types of polycarbonate and what is used for greenhouses

As mentioned above, polycarbonate is used in various industries, including construction, due to its physical properties.

By its structure, polycarbonate is of two types:

The presence of an air gap in the construction of cellular-type products ensures low thermal conductivity of the material, which is exactly what is needed when operating greenhouses.

Cutaway sheet of cellular polycarbonate

The use of cellular polycarbonate in construction greenhouses, in contrast to monolithic analogs, is associated with such properties:

The main disadvantage of cellular models is their susceptibility to slight deformation when the ambient temperature changes, which must be taken into account when installing and using them.

Depending on the thickness of cellular polycarbonate, the shape of its cells also changes, which affects its strength and possibilities of use.

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How to choose polycarbonate for a greenhouse

When choosing a material, it is necessary to take into account the indicators that determine the further successful operation of the greenhouse:

The presence of a protective layer increases the life of the greenhouse without repair work

The standard dimensions for the material in question are 2100 × 6000 mm and 2100 × 12000 at a thickness of 4/6/8/10/16 mm. For lightweight modifications, the thickness can be 3.0 or 3.5 mm, and for the construction of critical structures - 20 and 32 mm.

The service life of polycarbonate depends on the quality of the raw materials used and the technology of its manufacture.

Products of European brands are guaranteed to be used for 15-20 years, Chinese modifications can be operated for 5-7 years, and domestic manufacturers, as a rule, guarantee up to 10 years of successful use of their products.

The following video will tell you how to choose polycarbonate when building a greenhouse:

An extensive selection of offers allows you to select the desired material for technical and physical characteristics in a given price range

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Leading polycarbonate manufacturers

Polycarbonate from European, Russian and Chinese manufacturing companies is represented on the Russian building materials market. The most popular brands in different price categories are:

In addition to the above brands, there are products from other manufacturers on the domestic market, depending on the region and the presence of official dealers of certain companies.

Greenhouses of all standard sizes are manufactured using polycarbonate: from mini-format to farm

Recommendations for choosing a polycarbonate greenhouse

Various types are currently on sale. ready-made greenhousesequipped with polycarbonate cover. Models can differ in geometric dimensions and shape, materials used in the manufacture of the frame, and types of polycarbonate.

When choosing a greenhouse model, you need to pay attention to the following indicators:

1. Frame material and structure - determine the weight and strength of the product.
2. Size and shape - depends on the need for the vegetables grown and the personal preferences of the user.
3. The type of polycarbonate used - determines the life of the greenhouse and its thermal characteristics.
4. The type and presence of fasteners on the frame - determine the method of installation on a foundation or other type of foundation.
5. The presence of the possibility of interfacing with similar structures - allows you to increase the usable area if necessary.
6. The possibility of installing an automation system (opening the vents) - facilitates the use of the product, especially when located remotely.
7. Cost - depends on the manufacturer's brand and the quality of the materials used.

The model with a sliding roof allows you to optimize the creation of a microclimate in the inner space of the greenhouse

Review of prices and user reviews of popular brands of polycarbonate

You can buy polycarbonate for a greenhouse in any region of our country, and its cost will depend on the place of purchase and the brand of manufacturers.

Let's imagine the prices for some types of polycarbonate.

Transparent polycarbonate thickness 4 mm:

Transparent polycarbonate 6 mm thick:

Transparent polycarbonate 8 mm thick:

Lightweight 3mm clear polycarbonate:

4mm colored polycarbonate:

Users in the Network share about the successful use of polycarbonate as a covering for a greenhouse.

Here are some of the reviews:

Video: how to choose a greenhouse - professional recommendations.

With a variety of proposals, it is sometimes difficult to make the right choice on your own. This applies to any product, including greenhouses, made using polycarbonate.

The following video can be useful in solving this problem, especially for novice summer residents and owners of suburban real estate:

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