Reinforcing film for greenhouses: reinforced cover reviews, width of polyethylene, Uralochka and Modern greenhouse

The reinforced film in its structure has a mesh frame that takes on a mechanical load when operating the film. To get a properly built canopy for the greenhouse will help properly selected reinforcing film for greenhouses. Depending on the manufacturer, the maximum wind load is 29 to 34 m / s. In addition, the coating is characterized by a wide range of operating temperatures - from -50 to +60 degrees Celsius. If we talk about light transmission, then even a budget version of the film allows 75% of the light to get to the seedlings.

Characteristics of a reinforced film for greenhouses

Strength characteristics of providingIt has a special production technology for reinforcing film. In the traditional polyethylene was reinforced under high pressure reinforcing frame made of fiberglass.

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You can make sure of the durability of the material yourself. For example, if you pierce the coating at one point, it does not begin to creep.

Among the other advantages can be noted the convenience of cutting and subsequent fastening. The covering for the greenhouse is equipped with fixing rings, but they can be found only in the "Danish" version. The duration of the guaranteed operation of the film largely depends on the correctness of its selection.

The following characteristics should be used:

• Length;
• Width;
• Density per 1 cm / cc.;
• Colors.

A durable material for greenhouses is suitable for those cases where it is necessary to strengthen the structure without extra costs. Regardless of the degree of strength, the film transmits up to 75% of sunlight, which positively affects the life of the seedling. In order to not have to regret about wasted money, before buying it is worth carefully studying the physical characteristics of the coating.

Choosing a reinforced film for greenhouses: reviews and tips

The potential owner of a reinforced coating should know that it consists of three layers. Everything begins with light stabilizing coatings, the first of which has a thickness of 0.32 mm, and the second - 0.12 mm. Completes this layered pie reinforcing layer, which takes up most of the load.

To extend the life of such a film, it is necessary to remove it from the frame of a greenhouse or a hotbed for the winter period

It can often be heard that only the film that has the greatest thickness will last longer. In fact, the situation looks a little different.

To begin with, it is necessary to determine in which climatic conditions the material will be used. If severe winters or frequent hurricanes are not observed, then enough density at a level of 130 g / m sq. For those cases when the weather is characterized by a severe temper, a coating with a density level of up to 200 g / m square will do.

In addition to the above characteristics, it is recommended to pay attention to several other factors:

1. Color - best of all, the light cover is white or gently blue. Any other option "eat" a significant part is so necessary seedlings of light. In more expensive materials, a green tint is used, which is considered the most correct choice in this situation. If someone will offer a blue film, then it is better to refuse such a purchase. Apply the mentioned hue can only waterproofing.
2. Quality of material - this section of the technical description should be studied with the utmost pedantry. Each of the types of coverage listed below is used in strictly defined cases. If the manufacturer's recommendations are neglected, then you can not talk about continued operation. Opens the list of polyethylene, which can be covered with a greenhouse in a temperate climate. If the window is high humidity, then the choice is made in favor of a model of polypropylene. The maximum strength is possessed by a fiberglass film.

Mindfulness to trifles is a guarantee of a pleasant purchase in all respects. The potential owner of the reinforced film "Uralochka" or "Leroy" is obliged to study the operational characteristics of the product. Once they are compared with the actual conditions of use, you can choose in favor of a particular model.

We measure the cover on the greenhouse from the reinforced film

Gardeners-beginners mistakenly believe that the coating for greenhouses can be bought any width without sacrificing quality. As the reviews of summer residents show, here everything is not so simple. The minimum width of the product is at 2 m and the maximum width is 6 m.

The reinforced film is made of three layers joined together, two of which are a polyethylene film and one consists of a reinforced millimeter frame

The lengthCoatings - from 15 to 20 m. Regardless of the sizes listed, the guaranteed service life is 5-7 years.

Accuracy of the conducted measurements will help to avoid a lot of errors that reduce the strength characteristics of the structure.

It is recommended not to overlook the following nuances listed below:

1. It is necessary to hold a hand throughout the framework of the greenhouse. This is done in order to remove all sharp corners and protruding elements. Even one slightly sharp spike will suffice, that within several days to tear the film.
2. Regardless of the exact size of the coating required for the selected area, 10% is added to the value obtained. This is done for a technical stock. Even a gardener with experience can not always correctly cut. In the case of even a slight error, the available stock will quickly fix everything.

Mathematical accuracy helps to get rid of many unpleasant nuances at the stage of practical operation. This is the ratio of the length / width of the film and the height of the structure itself. Here, in the literal sense, every millimeter is important.

We mount the reinforced hood of the greenhouse

Everything begins with the search for two wooden poles, the length of which is equal to the length of the "Modern" greenhouse. After this, it is necessary to put one of the edges of the reinforced covering from the found racks and wrap it. At the next stage, two stitches( wrapped and loose) are stapled using a stapler. Then, gently fixing the wrapped rod on one of the ends of the hotbed, it is necessary to fix it with bolt fasteners.

In order for the film to last longer, it is advisable to take the material more tightly

The following recommendations will help avoid possible errors when mounting the cover:

• Pull the roll through the entire greenhouse;
• Tighten the material;
• Fix the coating with the above margin of 10%;
• Carry out the final fixation of the material.

The accuracy of the work with the material makes it possible to reduce the probability of its damage. Increased caution should be shown when the film is stretched. On the one hand, it should not be too strong, otherwise the reinforced layer will quickly break. On the other hand, an excessively low tension will lead to rapid wear.

Tips for beginners: how to glue reinforced film for a greenhouse

Unfortunately, but sewing material for the greenhouse does not always go smoothly. During work or after the final installation, large and not very tearing appear. To panic here it is not necessary, after all the problem can be eliminated by own hands quickly enough.

The device that performs the welding of the greenhouse film is characterized by a fairly simple principle of operation.

. If the size of the tear is small, then the material needs a heated iron and a piece of new and whole Merlin film.

The iron is converted to "medium" mode, after which 2 superimposed sheets of reinforced film are processed within a few minutes. The main thing is that there is a protective coating between the iron and the film.

If to speak about other possible problems, then they can be solved as follows:

1. Use of Scotch tape - this recommendation will help in those cases when it comes to the average size of the damage. First you have to degrease both parts of the coating, then cover with a wide and dense tape. It fastens the place of rupture from the outer and inner sides.
2. Bonding - in this case it is a more serious defect. To work, you need a new piece of material with similar characteristics. In addition, in the store of goods for construction and repair you need to buy waterproof glue. Both ends of the ruptured material should be glued, leaving to dry for 10 hours.

Reinforced glass hothouse with own hands( video)

The use of reinforced coating for seasonal and year-round hotbeds allows to improve the performance characteristics of the structure without significant costs. The film density, width and length, the degree of resistance to external physical influences, the color gamma - from all of the above depends on the duration of the guaranteed use of the material.