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wordpix

(18,652 posts)
Tue Jun 5, 2012, 10:09 AM Jun 2012

Want to build frugal greenhouse in New England

I want to build a greenhouse in New England. My idea is small at first but expandable. I don't want to power it with fossil fuels, which would make my produce just as expensive as the grocery store variety. I am considering a combination of pellet stove, solar and/or wind generator.

Does anyone know of a good place for plans?

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Want to build frugal greenhouse in New England (Original Post) wordpix Jun 2012 OP
I'm gonna put up a 10 by 20 hoophouse, should be under $500 Viva_La_Revolution Jun 2012 #1
greenhouses etc Hula Popper Jul 2012 #2

Viva_La_Revolution

(28,791 posts)
1. I'm gonna put up a 10 by 20 hoophouse, should be under $500
Tue Jun 5, 2012, 10:34 AM
Jun 2012
http://westsidegardener.com/howto/hoophouse.html
for ideas

The kits cost too much, imo. you can build it as basic or as finished as you like
 

Hula Popper

(374 posts)
2. greenhouses etc
Tue Jul 3, 2012, 12:53 PM
Jul 2012

Hello,
You might consider asking window remodelers about any jobs coming up where you could take away the old windows. You could build from there. Also a local waste hauling company may have helpful information regarding dumpers ar remodel sites.
Lastly local building inspectors sometimes are helpful in finding remodels and teardowns.
Good luck
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