To obtain an early harvest, year-round cultivation of vegetables and flowers, greenhouse constructions are used. Manufacturers offer models of various shapes and sizes. To grow plants on an industrial scale, it is necessary to install additional equipment: lighting, ventilation, irrigation systems and trays for hydroponics. But first, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the features of arched-shaped greenhouses.

Arched greenhouse

The design is easy to assemble, reliable and stable. Uniform bending of a polycarbonate or film coating provides plenty of sunlight. In such greenhouses, low- and medium-sized crops can be grown. The arched shape visually expands the internal volume. Even in small constructions, it’s convenient to work, store equipment and harvest.

The main disadvantage of the arch greenhouse is the inability to use in regions with heavy snowfalls. Snow does not move off the oval roof on its own, it must be removed manualy. To increase resistance to weather it is recommended to install additional supports.

Owners of arched greenhouses may encounter difficulties in arranging ventilation. Some configurations have air vents, but in spacious models two elements of ventilation are not enough. It is necessary to take care of the presence of windows on the side walls or in the roof. Our ClimaOrb Greenhouses have a sufficient number of windows and louvers for ventilation on the side walls.

Arched greenhouses are made on a structure of arches. The greenhouse can be coated with polycarbonate or film. The maximum height usually does not exceed 2 m, any length. ClimaOrb Greenhouses are covered with 6-mm UV-protected polycarbonate.

Benefits of arched greenhouse

• An arched greenhouse is easier to assemble than a “house” greenhouse. The design allows more economical use of polycarbonate – the sheet is superimposed with a continuous sheet, fewer joints.
• It is not necessary to put the greenhouse on a solid foundation (concrete or logs).
• The greenhouse is easy to install, you can do it yourself. Reasonable price of a factory design.
• The greenhouse is easy enough to disassemble to replace the covering material or move it to another location.
• The greenhouse, if necessary, can be extended in length.
• An arched polycarbonate greenhouse is stronger under snow load than ordinary glass because the material is bent and stressed.

Disadvantages

• The classic arched greenhouse is usually lower than the “house” greenhouse, if you plan a height of more than 2 m, you need to strengthen the frame.
• An arched polycarbonate greenhouse is stronger in sagging snow, but loses significantly in the fight against strong winds. In addition, after warming, the snow becomes wet and is able to adhere even to a convex surface.

Additional information about arched greenhouses

The experienced gardeners have long understood that the arched greenhouse has better characteristics than traditional greenhouse. Thanks to the use of arched support structures, the house for seedlings will not bend even under heavy snow or rain. In addition to the uniform distribution of weight and lighting, such a greenhouse allows you to save on the care not only of the structure as a whole, but also of greenery in particular.

Advantages of polycarbonate arched greenhouses

Gardeners often refuse to purchase arched greenhouses, citing the difficulties associated with the assembly. In fact, even a beginner can handle the installation.

In order to assemble a greenhouse with your own hands, it is necessary to follow all the recommendations specified in the supplied instructions. Durability of a design is given at the same time by light and strong materials. ClimaOrb Greenhouses are made of heavy duty aluminum frame.

Another gardener’s “nightmare” is associated with the need to seal numerous joints. If in a classic “house” greenhouse it takes several hours, then in an arched greenhouse the gardener is relieved of such troubles.

In addition to these factors, the described arch greenhouse has several other advantages:

• Attractive appearance;
• If necessary, the building is easy to disassemble for transfer or storage;
• The possibility of organizing a ventilation system without drafts dangerous for seedlings;
• The presence of more free space;
• Increased resistance to strong wind.

The lack of objective information about the operational characteristics of the arch greenhouse is the most common reason for refusing to purchase ClimaOrb Greenhouse Kit. In fact, the arched greenhouse allows you to quickly assemble it, easy to operate and store. Depending on the characteristics of planted agricultural and ornamental crops, the gardeners does not experience any difficulties with the organization of lighting, ventilation and watering.