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Polyethylene film for greenhouse:
 
We are ready for the installation of plastic (tarp) polyethylene.

Note: I suggest you to request some help from a friend to complete this step.

Purchase and Warranty: I bought my roll of polyethylene to a Farming Hardware Center. I bought the medium quality (Thickness: 4 micrometer). 5 years warranty.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Greenhouse plastic cover installation:
 

Unroll the polyethylene film gently to avoid tearing.

Tip: install at a time when there is no wind.

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Greenhouse poly installation:
 
Screw the 1" x 3" above the polyethylene film to hold it in place.

Note: Avoid nails.
 
 
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Polyethylene film:
 
For openings must pass the polyethylene film not on as if they did not exist.

Thereafter, go around the opening with 1" X 3" screwed  and cut with a utility knife inside.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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To get it into the plastic, provide a surplus in the bottom of the wall and rotate around a 1" X 3" (like a roller. Then fix the 1" X 3" at the bottom of the greenhouse by means of screw 3".

Note: During high winds, there is a lot of pressure on the polyethylene film. This is why I recommend screwing down the screws with a minimum of 3". Otherwise any tear.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Be careful with sharp joints, especially the roof. They could rip your plastic sheet. A good sanding pieces of wood helps to prevent everything.

Polyethylene is a good material for Lean Greenhouse or attached greenhouse too.

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