12 best polycarbonate greenhouses to give

It is possible to get a stable harvest of some heat-loving crops in the difficult climatic conditions of Russia only in a greenhouse. Many summer residents and professional growers have this roofing structure. Someone installs self-made designs, it is easier for someone to purchase a finished product with delivery and installation, or you can attach any covering material to the storeframe with your own hands. With the help of our experts, we will try to determine the main criteria for choosing a polycarbonate greenhouse for questioning.

How to choose a greenhouse

Frame. The basis of any greenhouse is the frame. He is experiencing a serious load, both from polycarbonate and from accumulated snow.

1. The traditional frame material is wood. The advantages of wood include environmental friendliness and low cost. But over time, the structure sags, quickly rotting lower part in contact with the ground.
2. The ease of construction provides aluminum. This metal is easily processed, resists moisture for a long time. But under the influence of a strong wind or a large cap of snow, the structure may break.
3. The maximum strength of the greenhouse can give only steel. Usually for the manufacture of the frame is used round or square tube, less corner and channel. To the advantages of the material should be added durability and ease of assembly. But the steel structure is expensive, and it must also have effective corrosion protection (zinc coating, powder paint).

Covering material. To protect plants from the effects of negative weather factors, gardeners and gardeners use several covering materials.

1. The most affordable option is plastic wrap. It is easy to install, thanks to it a proper microclimate is created in the greenhouse. But the film is short-lived (1-2 seasons), and under the influence of the scorching sun can be released harmful compounds.
2. Glass as a covering material has been used for a long time; earlier such structures were built for the industrial cultivation of plants. Today, glass has become more affordable, it is resistant to snow and wind, and is environmentally friendly. But under the influence of hail is often broken, thus there is a risk of serious injury.
3. Polycarbonate is in high demand among summer residents. He perfectly combines the advantages of glass and film. So that the material does not break under the weight of snow, it is important to choose the shape and design of the frame.

Greenhouse shape. For a polycarbonate greenhouse, several geometric designs are suitable.

1. The traditional arched model favorably has a large internal space. In such a structure the minimum number of joints, it is resistant to wind. But the snow from the roof does not always slide on its own, so the frame must be strong.
2. Equal greenhouses have a dual-slope roof. The maximum height is obtained in the central part. Such models take up more space, they are quite complicated to install.
3. Cone-shaped greenhouses are best suited for growing tall plants (tomatoes, cucumbers, melons). They have a ridge joint of the roof, from which snow melts easily.Some problems experienced by the owners during installation, requires sealing of the ridge.

We selected the review of the 12 best polycarbonate greenhouses for the garden. They are widely represented in the trade network of our country. The rating took into account the opinion of the expert community and consumer reviews.

Rating the best polycarbonate greenhouses to give

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Best Equal Greenhouses	1	Tsar's farm	18 500 ₽
	2	Glass House "Dubrava"	61 500 ₽
Top arched polycarbonate greenhouses	1	Dachnaya-Optima	13 500 ₽
	2	KREMLIN SUITE	28 250 ₽
	3	BASTION PREMIUM, company Bastion	14 000 ₽
	4	CROP ELITE-ABSOLUTE	18 000 ₽
	5	ShelterLogic in a box (round roof) 240x300 cm	29 900 ₽
	6	Northerner from NRT	15 900 ₽
	7	URALOCHKA	12 700 ₽
The best cone-shaped greenhouses	1	Orange Droplet	11 471 ₽
	2	Kremlin Arrow	19 000 ₽
	3	Dachnaya-Strelka	12 100 ₽

Best Equal Greenhouses

A large number of plants can be grown in equal greenhouses. Here there is a place for stunted crops, and for vegetable giants. Specialists liked several shelter structures.

Tsar's farm

Rating: 4.9

Polycarbonate greenhouse for summer residents Tsar's farm went on sale in 2017. Today, more and more gardeners are showing interest in it. Experts explain the demand for greenhouses reliable design. The manufacturer has applied double galvanized arcs, due to which the frame can withstand high snow loads. Since a lot of fakes appeared on the market, the developers advise to pay attention to the presence of jumpers (40x20 mm), which are located in the same plane with the arcs.

The advantages of the greenhouse include the use of premium polycarbonate with a thickness of 4 mm and double UV protection. The choice of summer residents offered several modifications with a width of 2.5 m, 3.0 m and 3.5 m, the length of which varies from 2 to 10 m. The model becomes the winner of our rating for a 10-year warranty and free shipping.

Glass House "Dubrava"

Rating: 4.8

Equal greenhouse Glass House "Dubrava" is designed for professional gardeners. It stands out from the competition with its width (4 m). With a minimum length of 4 m, the model cost exceeds the largest modification of our rating winner. Why should the gardener lay out a round sum of money?

Experts pay attention to the compartment door, which is very convenient to open and close. The steel galvanized frame from a corner with a thickness of 1.5 mm deserves praise. The manufacturer guarantees the strength of the greenhouse with a snow load up to 250 kg / sq. There are 2 air vents for airing.

Users like the freedom of the internal space. The greenhouse is not only wide, but also high (2.8 m), which is very convenient when caring for tall plants.

Top arched polycarbonate greenhouses

Covering structures in the form of a hemisphere are called arched greenhouses. This form is very popular, it provides good access to plants, endures gusty winds. Experts drew attention to several models.

Dachnaya-Optima

Rating: 4.9

Arched greenhouse Dachnaya-Optima won the hearts of Russian summer residents. The model was very durable, it is designed for snow cover weighing 280 kg per 1 sq. Km. The frame is made on the basis of steel profile 60x20 mm with zinc coating. With a standard width of 3 m, the height of the structure is 2.1 m. Two hinged doors are provided for entering the greenhouse, and the ventilation of the interior space is provided by two air vents. When assembling a model, no foundation device is required, and you can cope with the installation yourself, guided by the attached instructions.

Users have no serious complaints about the quality and functionality of the greenhouse.It is affordable for all layers of gardeners, so experts award the product first place in the rating.

KREMLIN SUITE

Rating: 4.8

The ideal option for regions with gusty winds and heavy snowfalls will be the installation of a greenhouse KREMLIN SUITE. She stood the test in the harsh Siberian conditions. To create an arched frame, the manufacturer used reinforced twin pipe 20x20x1.2 mm. Maximum snow load per 1 square. m is allowed up to 240 kg. Anticorrosive protection of steel parts provides powder paint. The developers have taken care of the convenience of transportation, you can load the structure without polycarbonate even into the trunk of the Zhiguli. The manufacturer is confident in the strength of his greenhouse and gives a 7-year warranty.

The experts gave the product second place in our ranking. Users are satisfied with the strength and availability. The disadvantage is the presence of defective sealing gum.

BASTION PREMIUM, company Bastion

Rating: 4.7

Greenhouse BASTION PREMIUM boasts high precision manufacturing of all parts. When assembled, no gaps or gaps are formed. This model has been produced since 2008 at the Bastion factory located near Moscow. The design has received many gold awards at exhibitions for summer residents. To connect a square tube with a thickness of 1.5 mm, the manufacturer used plasma welding, so the frame was very durable. A greenhouse can withstand a load of 1 ton. All steel parts are protected against corrosion by powder paint. To assemble the structure, it is necessary to tighten only 20 bolts.

The model is located on the third place of our rating, since it cannot be transported without a trailer. Some summer residents are dissatisfied with the quality of ventilation of the internal space.

CROP ELITE-ABSOLUTE

Rating: 4.6

An improved design was noted by experts in the greenhouse CROP ELITE-ABSOLUTE. It will suit both summer residents and professional growers. The model is offered 3 m wide, the length can be chosen from 4 to 10 m. The frame is made of galvanized pipe 25x25 mm. In the basic configuration there are 2 doors, they are equipped with air vents for ventilation. In order to impart stability on an uneven area, the manufacturer recommends to mount the foundation of wooden bars. Summer residents can choose a greenhouse with different polycarbonate or buy only the frame. Workmanship is confirmed by a 20-year warranty.

The model stopped a step away from the top three of our rating. Users in reviews are dissatisfied with the accuracy of manufacturing parts, which causes difficulties during assembly.

ShelterLogic in a box (round roof) 240x300 cm

Rating: 4.5

The unusual version of the country greenhouses offers Russians American manufacturer. The ShelterLogic model with a round roof 2.4 m high has a large interior space. The frame is made of steel pipe with a diameter of 35 mm, which is protected from corrosion by powder coating. The connection is made using reliable metal stabilizers ShelterLock 3X. As a covering material, Americans offer high-density polyethylene, with protection from UV rays. For ventilation it is enough to roll the side walls to the required height.

The advantages of the model users include quick installation (1.5-4 hours), compactness, ease of use. Take a higher place in the ranking of the greenhouse does not allow a high price and incomprehensible installation instructions.

Northerner from NRT

Rating: 4.4

The classic arched form has a greenhouse Severyanka from NRT. The basis of the covering structure is a frame of 25x25 mm and 20x20 mm profile steel pipe. The metal structure has a zinc coating that provides protection against corrosion. The manufacturer equipped his product with two doors and two windows. In the basic version, the greenhouse is completed with cellular polycarbonate 4 mm thick with UV protection. Experts point out high-quality euro fittings, 7 longitudinal reinforcements, comfortable handles on the doors. Users liked the strength of the design, the ease of tying up plants, excellent lugs. Among the disadvantages there is a lack of holes for fasteners, the use of a profile with a thickness of 1 mm instead of the stated 1.5 mm.

URALOCHKA

Rating: 4.3

The model URALOCHKA closes the rating of the best arched greenhouses. This design for more than 9 years, it has undergone several modifications. Gardeners prefer greenhouses for minimal cost and high strength. The four-meter frame is able to withstand snow cover weighing up to 3.5 tons, wind load up to 30 m / s. High reliability and stability is provided by the location of the support arcs at a distance of 65 cm from each other. In addition, the manufacturer used a square tube with a thickness of 1.5 mm.

Users report a quick installation of the greenhouse. Working together, it is possible to put the greenhouse in 2 hours. But the model has a number of flaws. This low-quality polycarbonate, which cracks. Leaves much to be desired and paintwork.

The best cone-shaped greenhouses

The maximum height can boast cone-shaped greenhouses. In some models, the ceiling is at a level of 2.5 m. Do not worry about the integrity of polycarbonate in the winter time, because the snow mass easily comes off along the dual slope structure. Here are the best samples for summer residents.

Orange Droplet

Rating: 4.9

Duplex greenhouse Orange Droplet is available in two versions. Domestic gardeners are offered two width options (2.4 and 3 m). Due to the high arch in the covering structure it is convenient to grow tomatoes and melons. Experts appreciated the presence of 8 stringers, which give the frame increased strength. It is worth noting the fastening of polycarbonate with bolts and thermo washers. The model is equipped with two doors and two windows. For the strength and practicality of the "citrus" becomes the winner of our rating.

Users note the beautiful appearance and simplicity of design. Small difficulties arise for summer residents only during the assembly process; additional sealing of the doors and the ridge is also required.

Kremlin Arrow

Rating: 4.8

Good resistance is demonstrated by the greenhouse Kremlin Arrow. The frame is made of 20x20x1 mm shaped pipe, which is covered with a layer of zinc. The model boasts a high vault (2.45 m), which will be important when growing cucumbers or tomatoes. But the width is offered only one (2.7 m), this will be enough for arranging 2-3 beds.Maximum snow load is limited to 295 kg / sq. The design has two doors and two windows. Installation of an automatic opening system of the vents or a drip irrigation device is allowed.

Users flatterly speak about the strength of the structure, a long service life. The disadvantages include leakage and complex assembly. The model takes the second place in our rating.

Dachnaya-Strelka

Rating: 4.7

Another tall greenhouse hit our rating. Model Dachnaya-Strelka has a height of 2.4 m and a unique lancet shape. With the same length with other forms of greenhouses can save up to 15% of usable area. Experts liked the modification with a width of 3 m, which looks optimal for summer residents. A very strong frame is designed for a maximum snow load of 360 kg / sq. m. To install the greenhouse does not require a foundation, the structure is securely held on the ground with the help of T-shaped endings. The compact dimensions of the frame in disassembled form allow you to transport the product in the trunk of the car.

It was not possible to bypass the leaders in the rating of the greenhouse because of the thin profile (0.9 mm), a large number of connecting elements and long installation (more than 12 hours).

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.