DIY greenhouse from window frames in 5 easy steps

Advantages and disadvantages of greenhouses made from window frames

A greenhouse made from window frames has both its advantages and disadvantages. It's often built in summer cottages because it maintains the temperature needed for plants. Furthermore, a wooden frame is used during construction, ensuring the structure's strength.

One of the main advantages of a greenhouse made from window frames is the presence of double glazing, which guarantees good thermal insulation. The only significant disadvantage of such a room is that it is not as durable as a metal frame.

Video: "Greenhouse from Window Frames"

This video will show you how to make a greenhouse from old window frames.

Selection and preparation of material

Building a greenhouse from window frames yourself is not difficult if you prepare properly. First, you need to find window frames. To do this, ask friends or neighbors. Finally, you can find the contact information of a company that installs plastic windows. They usually simply dispose of old window frames in a landfill, so you can get them for next to nothing.

Step-by-step instructions

Building a greenhouse from old windows won't be a hassle. Learn how to construct this structure to avoid any mistakes during construction. Then, feel free to implement your plan.

Foundation

A frame greenhouse is built step by step. First, you need to build the foundation. To do this, choose a suitable location for the greenhouse. Then, dig a pit there and fill the bottom with a layer of sand and gravel.

Check the groundwater depth at your site beforehand: if it's around 1.5 meters or less, consider building the greenhouse elsewhere. If groundwater doesn't pose a threat to your structure, proceed with laying the formwork and filling the trenches with cement mortar.

Floor

A greenhouse made from old window frames will last for quite a long time if you carefully consider all its components. Once the foundation has been poured, it's time to begin installing the flooring. To prevent water accumulation, it's best to consider laying a drainage layer (sand and gravel) in advance. Flooring is typically completed using the following materials:

• sawdust;
• wooden boards;
• porcelain stoneware;
• bricks.

Consider all these options to choose a floor covering based on cost and aesthetics.

Frame

A homemade structure must have a sturdy frame. It's recommended to use wooden beams for its construction. Consider the provision of a top and bottom frame. Use screws to secure the wood. Once the frame is complete, assemble the walls: install the window frames, and fill any large gaps with foam to prevent drafts.

Roof

The greenhouse made from old windows now needs to be covered. The roof can be either a single-pitched or a double-pitched roof. Keep in mind that the latter option requires significantly more components, but this type of roofing has good thermal insulation properties and is considered very practical. Use polyethylene film, glass, or polycarbonate as the base material for the roof.

Interior design

Building a greenhouse from old window frames yourself is easy and fairly inexpensive. Once the greenhouse structure is complete, begin working on its interior. This space will need to be lined with beds and equipped with lighting to ensure the plants have enough light even during colder months. It's also a good idea to consider installing a heater.

Take this process seriously, and you can grow herbs at home even in winter.