A properly placed four season solar structure needs to be oriented toward the South for maximum solar gain.
During the cold of winter, the South facing wall receives the majority of sunlight and is designed for maximum heat capture during these short days.
During the heat of summer, as the sun moves overhead, the roof receives the majority of sun and our design blocks enough sunlight to prevent severe overheating.
Site conditions including daily & seasonal shading patterns, prevailing winds and local structures are considered during the site evaluation to ensure maximum utility and function of your greenhouse through every season.
Cedar beams are the most common option for backyard greenhouses, they are beautiful, long lasting and economical.
Naturally rot resistant, our Cedar beams are preserved with natural penetrating oils and a hot wax seal.
"Toe-nailed" to the ground with 1/2" rebar and seated on pea gravel for drainage.
Formed concrete piers and cedar beam foundation provides the strongest beam system for high wind locations.
Piers are excavated to the minimum frost depth and the Cedar beams are attached with concrete anchor bolts.
A footed concrete pad provides a seamless flat floor and the durability of modern house foundation.
With moderate excavation and minimal forming, this is the most economical concrete foundation option.
A footed concrete wall requires extensive excavation and complex forming yet provides the most benefit to a winter production greenhouse.
With the ability to insulate the ground from freezing, this foundation is the most effective option for a completely passive greenhouse design.
A floor that is open to the earth allows for gardening (row crops) directly in the soil.
This is most commonly found in medium to large greenhouses but can also be adapted to a small design.
A chipped stone floor allows for maximum drainage in a greenhouse and is an great way to add passive heat retention.
We always include a wood pathway for ease of movement, convenience and safety.
Our greenhouses are easily adaptable to be ADA compliant.
Concrete pavers are a convenient way to create an aesthetic living space for furnishings and entertaining.
This floor allows water to drain through the bricks, is easy to clean and creates a flat safe surface.
Concrete floors are inherently a part of a concrete pad foundation, getting both a foundation and a solid flat floor.
A floor drain is recommended if heavy watering will occur.
This type of floor is ideal for hydro and aquaponics equipment and supplies.
Wood frames are our specialty, they are a sustainable and aesthetically pleasing material for a greenhouse.
We utilize Douglas Fir lumber for its strength and longevity.
Wood is easily adaptable to building code to create a safe and compliant structure.
We build our timber frames with timber joinery for maximum strength and preserve the wood with penetrating oils and beeswax seal.
This glazing material provides multiple greenhouse benefits.
From impact resistance to high insulative capacity, multi-wall has proven to be the standard in modern greenhouse design.
Our standard clear glazing utilizes 3/8" thick material for the walls and a 5/8" thick hurricane rated material for the roof.
Watch a very short video testing the impact resistance of our hurricane strength roof panels.
Similar to glass, solid clear polycarbonate provides an uninterrupted view through the greenhouse.
Clear panels are an option best utilized on the south facing wall of a greenhouse for extra light in the winter.
This material is impact resistant and will not break or shatter when put under extreme stress.
optional upgrade
Best option for light shading on roofs to protect low light plants such as orchids or ferns.
Utilized on walls for privacy near high use areas such as sidewalks or neighboring structures.
optional upgrade
Best option for heavy shading over work or leisure areas.
This material is recommended for people not plants.
optional upgrade
Our standard passive model for low wind locations.
These openers are responsive to temperature swings and automatically open or close your window vents properly moderating the greenhouse climate.
For high wind locations, upgrade your passive model with this option.
optional upgrade
For an extra boost of air movement, our standard active ventilation system includes quality Canarm exhaust fans and waterproof thermostats.
110 volts - requires certified electrician
For long narrow greenhouses, upgrade your active ventilation system with these ceiling mounted circulation fans.
optional upgrade
110 volts - requires certified electrician
To get the most from your greenhouse during winter months, we recommend an insulated wall on the North side of a greenhouse.
With three inches of 'Owens Corning' exterior rated waterproof foam board, the wall boasts an insulation value that exceeds R-17.
The outside of the wall is completed with treated exterior plywood sheathing, vapor barrier and solid wood siding boards.
The interior of the wall is completed with cedar shiplap boards for a attractive and durable finish.
Having a solid base to your walls adds elegance, durability and impact resistance.
Providing protection against hazards such as large animals and heavy outdoor equipment.
Our solid stem walls built at two feet high and are usually utilized as a complete perimeter addition.
Our built in full length benches are a functional way to maximize the workspace in any greenhouse.
They are extremely robust benches and support hundreds of pounds per square foot, so no worries dropping heavy items on top.
Our standard bench is covered with solid wood decking boards.
Our premium benches are covered with beautiful cedar slats and provide a refined and classic appearance.
Built with the same robust design that support hundreds of pounds per square foot.
Our full length integrated raised beds are a great way to add growing space to your greenhouse.
These beds are built with solid wood and lined with non toxic EPDM rubber pond liner.
Our sub-irrigated design is a top notch product that includes a large water reservoir at the base. Each bed includes an overflow drain and convenient fill pipe for ease of operation.
If you love growing in planters but are tired of your plants drying out, you can relax because our irrigated raised beds provide continual moisture providing freedom from daily watering and vacation worries.
We provide and install water barrels for passive solar heating and cooling
Each individual barrel will provide approx. 2 degrees of heating and they can be conveniently located under a bench top.
Each barrel occupies a 2' by 2' space and are best located along the interior North wall.
Example - a 10' long greenhouse can hold 5 barrels on one wall, for a maximum of 10 barrels utilizing both walls.
What would a greenhouse be without a water source to keep your plants hydrated and healthy.
We make it easy and cost effective to bring water to your greenhouse using your garden hose.
Just attach your hose to the outside wall connection and enjoy water from your greenhouse spigot.
From grow lights to space heaters, our 110 volt quick connect electric hookup easily brings power to your greenhouse.
Two plug leads inside the greenhouse allow you to connect several devices at the same time.
Complete the circuit by connecting an exterior rated extension cord to any household power outlet.
Extra storage space is always welcomed in a bustling and full greenhouse.
Organize your greenhouse with these solid wood shelves.
We can match any color of choice and stain your greenhouse frame to match any décor.
Greenhouse walls can benefit from extra insulation during the coldest winter months.
These optional wall panels increase R-value while still allowing light to enter.
For difficult to cool greenhouses, we offer roof mounted metal vents for maximum air movement.
Operated by a 'Univent' automatic opener.