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A greenhouse will allow you to garden year-round.
There's a wide variety of kits available,
and they come in various shapes, sizes, and feature different building
materials.
In this video, we'll be assembling an 8 foot by 12 foot greenhouse featuring
a rust-resistant aluminum frame and polycarbonate UV protected panels.
The kit will contain many parts, so it's best to unpack the kit
and sort out all the pieces.
Your kit will contain an inventory of these parts,
along with assembly instructions.
All the parts in the assembly instructions will be numbered,
and each part will be labeled with the corresponding number for easier
assembly.
You'll need to consult these instructions often during the assembly.
We'll provide a list of the tools and materials needed
for this project at the end of this video.
The frame pieces in this kit snap together
with smart lock connectors for easy assembly.
You'll need assistance during some stages of the assembly.
Before beginning assembly, check that the location for the greenhouse
is level, and construct a 4 by 4 pressure treated frame
or pour a concrete slab.
The chosen site should have good sun exposure throughout the day,
and the greenhouse should be positioned so the longer
sides of the finished greenhouse face East and West.
This will maximize the sun exposure during winter months.
Before starting assembly, decide which end of the greenhouse you
want as the entrance.
Separate out the pieces needed to construct the rectangular base
and the four corner uprights.
These corner uprights will have two smart lock connectors protruding out
at the base forming a 90 degree angle.
Attach the side base pieces onto these connectors on the corner
uprights as directed.
Then connect these four corner assemblies
using the middle base pieces.
A spray lubricant will help for snug fitting connectors.
Note that the back wall features only two longer base rails.
The front of the base frame side will have two smaller base pieces
that are then connected using a third middle piece that will serve
as the threshold for the entrance door.
There are four shorter pieces that have three smart lock connectors at one end.
Attach all four to the tops of the corner uprights,
so the rails form what will be part of the top of the front and back walls.
There will be connectors angling up at a 45 degree
angle that will help tie the roof trusses together
with the rest of the frame.
The front and back trusses connect easily at the peak,
and with the help of an assistant, can be lifted into position
and placed onto the diagonal connectors.
Assemble the three-piece ridge beam.
Snap both ends of it into the connectors at the top of the front
and back roof trusses.
Begin constructing the frame of the walls
by connecting the three pieces that form each of the upper wall rails.
These assemblies are then connected to the tops of the four corner uprights
at each end.
You can then attach the two center wall uprights to the base rail
according to the instructions.
Tighten the base connections on these uprights,
but don't attach the tops to the upper wall rail yet.
This will be done after the roof rafter beams are installed.
Next up, install the four corresponding roof rafters over the four wall
uprights that were just installed.
These roof rafters will attach to the ridge beam at the top
by lining up the bracket holes and inserting a bolt.
There will be similar brackets for attaching the bottom of the roof rafter
to the upper wall rail.
It's important to assemble the frame in this order.
It will help keep the frame stable as it's constructed.
You can then move on to the three remaining wall uprights on each side,
using the supplied spacer for the proper placement.
Use the same spacer when installing the corresponding roof rafters.
Having the proper spacing is critical for these rafter beams and uprights.
If they're not installed in the correct position,
the panels won't fit properly when installed.
The two front and back wall uprights attached to the base rail
in a similar manner.
But at the top, they attach to the roof trusses
by inserting a plastic knob into the bracket,
and twisting it right to tighten.
With the frame of the greenhouse complete,
it's time to install the polycarbonate panels.
Begin in one corner, and insert the first wall panel.
Each flexible panel is inserted into the channels of the wall uprights.
The panels are designed to fit snugly, and help weatherproof the finished
greenhouse.
Continue installing the panels until only
the two center back wall panels remain.
Before installing these, an extended wall upright
will need to be attached to the rear base frame.
Once the two longer center panels are installed,
slide in the remaining panels that will enclose the area under the roof
trusses.
You'll need to attach cross beams as directed after each level of panel
is installed.
When the gables and walls are complete, you can apply the outer cross beam
and truss covers.
These will seal the seams to help weatherproof the greenhouse.
This kit includes two ventilation windows
that will be installed on the greenhouse's roof.
These windows will help regulate the temperature and humidity levels.
With this particular kit, you have the option
of installing these windows on opposite ends and sides of the greenhouse,
or both on the same side.
These windows attach by hooking into the groove on the ridge beam.
Install the cross beam between the rafters at the base of the window,
and secure the cross beam to the neighboring rafter
beams with the supplied bolts.
Once installed, attach the handle that will allow
you to prop open the window, as needed.
You can now begin sliding the remaining roof panels into position.
These panels slide into the tracks on the rafter
beams, much like the wall panels slid into the wall uprights.
At this point, the greenhouse is completely
enclosed except for the door opening.
Position the hinge hardware on the door jambs,
aligning them with the pre-drilled holes,
and fasten the hinges with screws.
Attach the handles to the door, and then attach the two top
and to bottom hinges.
The assembly instructions will provide the exact positioning for these inches.
With your assistant's help, align the door's hinges,
and attach them to the door jambs as instructed.
There will also be a number of support beams and brackets
to be installed on the interior to further stabilize the structure.
If you're installing the greenhouse on concrete,
use a hammer drill to drive the bolts into the supplied brackets.
This particular greenhouse kit offers accessories, such as shelves and hooks,
that are sold separately.
These can really help you maximize workspace and increase
the volume of plants you can cultivate.
If you have decided to take on this project,
here are all the tools and materials you'll
need to construct this greenhouse.
For more detailed information about this and many other projects,
check out the DIY Projects and Ideas section of homedepot.com,
or talk to one of our store associates.
Good luck, and thanks for shopping at The Home Depot.