Features of the design of the greenhouse “Kremlin Fairy Tale”
The appearance of the Kremlin Fairy Tale greenhouse on the market caused a real stir. First of all, it is distinguished by its shape, as well as special parameters that make it possible to create not only a solid, but also a fairly aesthetic structure. This makes it possible to use the greenhouse in any conditions, and also fit it perfectly into the garden landscape.
Advantages
Thanks to the serious approach of the developers, the design of the “Kremlin Tale” received many unique technical solutions.
- This made it possible for the structure to acquire the following advantages:
- increased strength of the roof and walls;
- the ideal combination of lightness and reliability (thanks to the use of polycarbonate);
- all components contain a minimum of elements, which allows assembly with a minimum set of technical skills;
- can be installed without a stationary foundation;
- maximum free space inside the structure;
- straight walls allow the installation of side shelves along the entire length;
- “The Kremlin Fairy Tale” has several air entry points, which creates optimal air circulation and microclimate;
- high mobility, the structure can be instantly assembled and disassembled;
- guaranteed service life of at least 30 years.
Flaws
Despite the abundance of positive characteristics, “The Kremlin Tale” also has some disadvantages.
- These include the following:
- the arches of the roof arches may not meet; the problem can only be solved manually, but this will require not only a specialized tool, but also a lot of effort;
- often the manufacturer does not complete the greenhouse with fastening elements, which requires additional costs;
- some models can be supplied with thin profile pipes - this reduces the cost of the greenhouse, but negatively affects its strength and durability.
Important! To protect yourself from the disadvantages described above, you should avoid products of questionable manufacture. Greenhouses from reputable and trusted companies are almost always free from such problems.
Independent modernization of such greenhouses
Despite the heavy-duty design of the “Kremlin” greenhouse, in the snowiest regions of Russia it will not be hindered by wooden supports installed for the winter. The percentage that the roof will sag under tons of snow is, of course, small, but hardly anyone dreams of getting into this percentage.
Firstly, the most experienced gardeners who have a Kremlevskaya greenhouse on their site advise, for greater reliability, to weld all the joints of its frame - instead of using self-tapping screws. This design will stand without any supports even in Antarctica. Secondly, it is advisable to make a foundation for such a powerful and expensive greenhouse, at least from timber.
Another tip: it’s better to insert the cellular polycarbonate in Kremlevskaya not overlapping, but through an H-profile - it will look much better. All you need to do for this is to spray silicone grease from a can into the grooves of the profile, and wipe the end of the polycarbonate with spit. And finally, you need to independently protect both the bottom of the frame and the bottom of the cellular polycarbonate from the influence of rain and snow. Manufacturers provide a guarantee for strong and durable Kremlevskaya greenhouses for at least 7 years.
Selection of the optimal greenhouse option
The efficiency of a greenhouse primarily depends on the selection of the optimal design option. To do this, you must definitely decide for what purposes it will be used, and what will be located inside in the future. The calculation of the most appropriate size of the structure, as well as the choice of the best material for cladding, depends on this.
Sizing
If you plan to engage in plant growing as a hobby, the basis of which will be the production of seasonal fruits, green herbs and flowering plants, you can start from the minimum dimensions of the structure. In this case, a structure measuring 2.5 × 2 × 2.1 m (L × W × H) will function successfully. In addition, this option is optimal for all owners of small plots.
When the size of the garden allows you to install a larger structure, you can use the standard model, dimensions 3.5 × 3 × 2.1 m (L × W × H). If you plan to use a greenhouse for private farming or a small business, with an automated irrigation system, you can get a larger model. The following dimensions are considered to be the best for this purpose: 6×4×2.1 m (L×W×H).
Important! It is not recommended to install greenhouses with one side measuring more than 6 m in summer cottages.
Caring for large structures is more labor-intensive and requires mechanized solutions, so it is better to install several small or medium-sized structures.
Selection of coverage
There are several types of coverings for greenhouse houses. The most famous and widespread is glass - this material is environmentally friendly, has excellent light transmission and insulating properties. Its main disadvantages are considered to be high cost, impressive weight and fragility, which is why most manufacturers have abandoned it in recent years.
Polycarbonate has the best combination of price and quality. It consists of transparent thin sheets of plastic with various hollow cells. This gives the material lightness, but at the same time strength and good thermal insulation properties. Polycarbonate has good flexibility, so it allows you to build a high domed roof.
To reduce the cost of a greenhouse, film materials can be used as a covering. The cheapest option would be a simple polyethylene film; it can be with or without a reinforcing mesh. However, this coating is not UV resistant and will require annual replacement.
Read how to properly stretch the film onto a greenhouse.
Spunbond, a non-woven dense polymer material, has the best thermal insulation properties and weather resistance. It can last up to 5 years, but is only suitable for wall cladding, since it is almost completely unable to transmit sunlight.
Greenhouse "Kremlevskaya-Zvezda"
The Kremlin Star, famous and adored among gardeners, is a very durable greenhouse. It can withstand a truly colossal load - 250 kg per 1 m!
Counterfeits of this series of greenhouses have also appeared on the market. They can be found under the following names: “Kremlin Star” and “Kremlin Star 2012”. They don't even have factory packaging or a branded box for accessories. And, of course, no passport with a warranty period - therefore, when choosing a greenhouse, you need to be especially careful and carefully check the name.
October 2016 Update – This greenhouse is no longer available.
How to assemble a greenhouse with straight walls with your own hands: step-by-step instructions
Assembling a greenhouse often does not cause any difficulties. Each model of the “Kremlin Tale” is a pre-fabricated structure, so its construction will require only a few hours of hard work. In this case, the entire installation process should be divided into several successive stages: creating a base (foundation), assembling the frame and covering the walls and roof.
Did you know? Temperate House, located in the Royal Botanic Gardens in Great Britain, is considered the oldest operating greenhouse in the world. The construction was founded back in 1859 and has an area of 48,000 m².
Choosing a foundation
The construction of any structure necessarily requires a foundation. It will support the bulk of the greenhouse, protecting its integrity. Traditionally, the foundation is prepared in the form of a monolithic concrete structure, up to 50 cm deep and 20–30 cm wide. As an alternative, brickwork or foam concrete blocks, as well as dense wooden beams, are used.
You can do without a capital foundation: “The Kremlin Tale” can be supplied with special supports made of metal pipes. They are fixed to the corners of the lower part of the walls and installed directly on the ground.
They can be replaced with small concrete, brick or wooden columns. The main advantage of such a structure is the minimal labor required to install the greenhouse, as well as the possibility of disassembling it at the end of the summer season.
Read more about the features and choice of foundation for a greenhouse.
Frame assembly
The assembly of a greenhouse is practically no different from the construction of other temporary structures from profile pipes:
- First, they sort all the necessary components of technical units into elements of the roof and side walls, after which they begin to assemble them.
- The sides are installed first - to do this, you need to connect the elements of the longest walls and install them parallel to each other, connecting them with spacers.
- After this, you should assemble the end walls, then attach them to the previously installed sides.
- As soon as the bottom panels are assembled, longitudinal and transverse beams and additional reinforcement elements can be installed along their perimeter: crosses, corners, etc.
- Finally, the roof arches should be installed: they are pre-assembled, and then sequentially attached to the base and connected to each other by horizontal profiles.
- After assembling the frame, you should build a doorway, and then install the door frame on it using metal curtains.
Frame covering
Sheathing of the frame is carried out upon completion of installation of the structure. As mentioned above, glass, polycarbonate or all kinds of films can be used for these purposes. A polycarbonate greenhouse is considered the best choice, while films are used in the construction of one-season or temporary structures.
Important! The distance between the perpendicular and horizontal posts should be no more than 60 cm, otherwise the strength of the greenhouse will decrease significantly.
They begin the process by sheathing the roof, and then gradually move on to upgrading each side. The door leaf is often sheathed last, but this rule is unspoken; this can be done at any stage of the construction of the structure. Polycarbonate is secured using a roofing screw with a rubber washer; for this purpose, holes are first made in the profile pipe of the frame and in the plastic. The joints of the sheets are sealed using a connecting strip.
The polyethylene film is attached in the same sequence as polycarbonate, and it is connected to the base using a special zigzag clamp or small self-tapping screws with a rubberized washer. When sheathing a house with spunbond, the material is attached only to the sides, while the roof is made of polycarbonate or transparent polyethylene.
Video: Instructions for assembling the greenhouse “Kremlin Fairy Tale”
Greenhouse "Kremlevskaya-Lux"
The Kremlevskaya-Lux frame is made of a pipe with a cross-section of 20x20 mm and a threshold of 25x50 mm, and therefore is capable of withstanding a snow load of more than 234 kg/sq.m. The choice of such a section was motivated by the manufacturer by the fact that over the past two years, the snow load standards for metal structures have increased by 50%, which not all greenhouses with a single arch can withstand.
The installation of this greenhouse is carried out using overhead plates, which are tightened together with bolts - this is the so-called cross fastening, which increases the reliability of the frame by 1.5 times and greatly simplifies the entire installation.
The entire frame, when disassembled, can be easily transported in a regular passenger car. In addition to the standard contents, its kit also includes 2 windows with special stops for ventilating the greenhouse.
Today, the Kremlevskaya-Lux greenhouse is the most affordable of its series, especially since you can buy it from just 2 meters in length. And they provide a guarantee of up to 8 years.
Tips for the care and operation of the greenhouse
To ensure long-term and uninterrupted operation of the Kremlin Fairy Tale greenhouse, you need to resort to the following measures:
- during the off-season, it is mandatory to carry out a preventive inspection of all technical components and connections;
- periodically check the strength of all bolted connections;
- at the end of the season, remove all remaining vegetation and other pollutants from the structure and its surfaces;
- if possible, open the roof dome for the winter or dismantle its cladding; this will almost completely protect the structure from damage by snow masses;
- Once every 1–3 years, treat metal elements against corrosion.
Did you know? The first modern greenhouse
was built in 1240 by the German scientist Albert Magnus.
Its creation was timed to coincide with the visit of King William of Holland to the city of Cologne, where it was built. “The Kremlin Tale” is an excellent option for professional and private farming. It allows you to create a multifunctional, durable structure that can surround the plant with the microclimate necessary for successful growth and productivity. However, first you need to carefully select and prepare a place for the greenhouse, since its efficiency and durability directly depend on this.
