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What is side Ventilation? Do I need it on my Polytunnel?

Friday, August 6th, 2010

All growing environments need the right ventilation because too much warmth and humidity can be just as damaging as too little.

Aluminium or Treated Timber is clamped around the outside of the polytunnel framework at approximately 3ft from ground level. Ventilation net of 50% shade is then placed from this rail to the ground and either trenched or attached to base rails (if ordered).

A polythene blind can also be added which screens off the Side Ventilation net when required. This gives you the option of full or partial ventilation. A simple gear mechanism lowers the screen from the side timber rail allowing ventilation of plant foliage whilst still protecting root systems from wind chill.

Please note, the vent screen blind cannot be used in conjunction with aluminium side vent and aluminium base rails

Ed

Want to save money? First Tunnels have got it covered!

Tuesday, August 3rd, 2010

In these credit crunch times, First Tunnels can help gardeners save cash by refurbishing and extending polytunnels.

With gardeners increasingly growing-their-own fruit and veg and raising plants from seeds and cuttings to save money, the demand for a polytunnel has never been greater.

The climate of make-do-and-mend has led many thrifty gardeners to refurbish, extend or even relocate polytunnels in a bid to maximise growing space and open up new gardening opportunities.Its easy to give a run-down Polytunnel a new lease of life. 

If your polytunnel cladding has past its prime, First Tunnels can provide new covers to get your tunnel back in business. Working out how much polythene you will need is simple with an easy-to use polythene calculator http://www.firsttunnels.co.uk/polythene.asp. Just tap in the length, height plus the distance over the hoop and the online calculator will work out the rest – in feet or metres! Most films have a “five year” guarantee against defects, are cut to fit your Polytunnel with no waste or cutting charge!

Replacement Tube Design

Gardeners also wising up to the fact that it is possible to extend a polytunnel and create extra growing space.  First Tunnels offer a additional/ replacement tube design service. Whether you’re modifying an existing tunnel, building a new one, or just need a replacement tube, the website allows gardeners to quickly design a tube that’s perfect for their Polytunnel. http://www.firsttunnels.co.uk/tube.asp.

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Sliding Doors for Domestic or Commercial Polytunnels

Monday, August 2nd, 2010

Polytunnel with sliding Door

So….What are the advantages of sliding doors over hinged?  Simple….They save you space. Not having to leave an area for doors to open freely into the Polytunnel opens up extra valuable ground space for access and cultivation.  A special ground bolt system allows you to secure the doors in a closed or open position of your choice allowing greater control over the amount of air that flows in….and out. Perfect..!