I took my time building this one. I took accurate measurements and used a circular saw to make straight cuts. This structure is a lot more solid than the other one. I didn't include any diagonal bracing. I'm happy about this since the braces take up interior space in the other one.
After the frame was put together I stapled some plastic to it. I also added some handles. They were made from 6" pieces of 2x2 left over from the first greenhouse. They are a great addition. It's easy to move around. Once I get some more screws I plan to update the original one with some handles.
Here it is in place. I haven't added black fabric, a fan, or heat. For now I'll just keep what I have in the big mini-greenhouse. Then in a few weeks when stops going below freezing at night I'll put stuff in the small one.
Thanks so much for the cold frame design and all the helpful ideas that go with it. Your plan has been downloaded and I am hoping to get something put together this summer....we'll see how it goes.
ReplyDeleteYou have some wonderful garden ideas and advice. Thanks for sharing!