Growing vegetables in greenhouses and greenhouses significantly increases the chances of stable and high yields. Today, the market provides a huge selection of greenhouse structures of various sizes and shapes. Choosing is not easy. We suggest that you familiarize yourself with one of the most common models of greenhouses, called "Kremlin".

Did you know? The first attempts to grow plants in greenhouses were made by the ancient Romans. And modern greenhouse constructions descended from botanical and winter gardens established in medieval Italy and Germany. They cultivated exotic cultures.

Features of the “Kremlin” greenhouses

Models of greenhouse buildings, united by the name “Kremlin”, from TM “New Forms” are characterized by the following distinctive features:

1. They are reinforced with double arcs connected by jumpers, which can withstand up to 334 kg / m² of snow cover.
2. The case is made of high-quality steel profile. Depending on the price, luxury, zinc and premium metal coatings are offered. The Lux case is covered with Norwegian-made powder enamel. Pipes in the model with the “Zinc” body are protected using the galvanic galvanizing method. In the Premium cases, an additional layer of powder enamel is applied to the galvanized metal.
3. The ventilation system consists of doors and vents located on the end sides.
4. It is possible to install automatic openers.
5. Assembled models have a compact appearance, which allows you to transport them on the trunk attached to the roof of a passenger car.
6. Detailed instructions in the kit allow you to install any model yourself - 2 people can fully assemble the greenhouse design within 1-2 days.
7. The body can be coated with various types of polycarbonate.
8. There are models that are suitable for small summer cottages, and large-sized structures used for growing plants for business purposes.
9. Models suitable for growing different types of plants have been developed: both undersized and tall.

Main advantages

• The main advantages of the Kremlin greenhouses are:
• reliability;
• strength;
• long term of operation;
• suitable for regions with severe snowy winters;
• high-quality ventilation system;
• mobility;
• universal dimensions;
• ease of installation;
• wide range and price range.

Types of construction

“Kremlin” greenhouses are presented on the market with a wide range of models with various shapes and sizes. The most successful and popular of them are described below.

Kremlin Kremlin Suite

This is the basic model with a timber foundation, two collapsible arches, two windows and doors. The case measures 2.5 (3) × 2.1 (2.25) m (W × H) and weighs 95 kg. The length can be selected in accordance with preferences - 4, 6, 8, 10 m. The body consists of profile pipes with a cross section of 20 × 20 mm. The recommended distance between the arcs is 1 m. The sustained snow load is 234 kg / m².

"Kremlin - Bogatyr"

Reinforced with double arches, a collapsible model with dimensions of 4 (6, 8, 10) × 2.5 (3) × 2.1 (2.25) m and weighing 115 kg. It withstands snow mass of 334 kg / m² and gusts of wind up to 40 m / s. The recommended distance between arches from profile pipes 20 × 20 mm is 65 cm.

“Kremlin - Star”

One of the most common models. It has double arcs, the distance between which is 1 m, and an improved fastener with 4 bolts. Dimensions: 3 by 6 m, height - 2.25 m. There are also more compact models with a width of 2.5 m and a height of 2.1 m. It is attached to the foundation with support legs.

“Kremlin - President”

A powerful and reliable model that can withstand the increased snow loads. It has dimensions 4 (6, 8, 10) × 3 × 2.1 m. The frame is installed in the ground. Foundation production is optional.

“Kremlin - Zinc”

The frame has dimensions 4 (6, 8, 10) × 2.5 (3) × 2.1 (2.25) m, weight - 95 kg. It is made of galvanized closed profile 20 × 20 mm and a wall thickness of 1 mm. In the kit there are 7 rows of jumpers and 6 lugs. The sustained load of the snow cover is 224 kg / m². The 2 doors included in the kit are divided into 2 halves, 1 of which is used for ventilation.

“Kremlin - Arrow”

The model differs from all of the above in shape - its arch is not circular, but arrow. This design allows you to withstand heavy snow loads. It also has not a double, but a single arch made of profiles with dimensions of 40 × 20 mm. The frame is fully galvanized.

"Kremlin" with a sliding roof

Noteworthy is the new 2018 model with a sliding roof and ends. It is good because in winter you can not clear the snow from the roof, but lower it so that it immediately falls into the structure and moistens the soil. You can also save on watering by lowering the roof during rains. Dimensions of the greenhouse: 4 (6, 8, 10) × 3 × 2.25 m. The casing consists of reinforced profiles with dimensions of 20 × 20 mm and a thickness of 1.2 mm.

Assembly instruction

For the installation of a greenhouse, you need to stock up with the following tools:

• jigsaw;
• screwdriver (screwdriver);
• wrenches;
• drill with drills;
• tape measure;
• building level;
• with a knife;
• marker.

All necessary components are included. Features of the assembly depend on the model of the greenhouse. Consider the intricacies of installing a greenhouse "Lux". You should start with the assembly of the foundation, then proceed to the installation of the ends, doors and transoms, frame. Lastly, polycarbonate sheathing is performed.

Important! To place the greenhouse, you need to choose a well-lit, flat area, with a close bed of groundwater. The greenhouse structure should be located along the length from north to south.

Foundation assembly

The foundation is not included in the greenhouse. Parts for it must be purchased separately. The manufacturer advises either to install the frame directly in the ground (special pegs are included), or to make a base from wooden beams. If the owner wants to get a more solid construction, then it is possible to fill the strip foundation.Under a wooden foundation, you need bars 10 × 10 cm in size. You need to cut 2 long segments corresponding to the length of the greenhouse frame, and 2 short ones that match the frame in width. The bars must be impregnated with special means to prevent rot. The frame will be attached to the tree with screws.

In order to assemble the base of the greenhouse, you must perform the following steps:

1. Lay out all the foundation details on the site.
2. Dig a moat corresponding to the size of the frame. Its depth and width should be consistent with the cross-section of the beam + 5 cm. For example, when using a 10 × 10 beam, it is necessary to dig a ditch 15 cm deep. The width should be 7–8 cm wider, i.e. in this case it should be 17– 18 cm
3. In order to protect the tree from moisture, the entire moat, including the walls and the bottom, is covered with material with waterproofing properties. It can be tol, bitumen, roofing material.
4. Cover the voids with soil.
5. Tie the corners together to make a frame.
6. Secure the frame with the building corners.

It is not necessary to dig a trench under a wooden foundation. The frame can simply be laid on the ground, leveled with a level and pre-laid bricks at the corners of the frame.

Butt assembly

After the foundation, it is necessary to proceed to the assembly of the end parts:

1. Put the ends on polycarbonate.
2. Circle the marker.
3. Cut the required size with a knife or a jigsaw.
4. Having laid out on the ground, connect the halves of the ends.
5. Attach doors and transoms with self-tapping screws.

End trim

After the ends are assembled, you can begin to trim them with polycarbonate already cut to size. Polycarbonate is attached using self-tapping screws and thermowells. After fixing it, you need to wear protective rubber bands.

Mounting and cladding of the frame

Installation of the frame begins with the connection of the base parts with roofing screws and attaching it to the foundation. In the future, profile pipes 15 × 15 are used to connect the parts.

Then they act like this:

1. Arcs are installed on the base. The gap between them is 1 m.
2. Attach the ends. The upper part of the end and the arc is connected by curved 15 × 15 pipes, the lower part - by straight pipes of the same size.
3. Install the handle on the door.
4. Install screeds with the help of spider plates. On arcs, plates are placed with the middle stream down, at the ends - to the side.
5. Remove the protective film from polycarbonate.
6. Proceed to attach to the polycarbonate frame. This requires 5.5 × 19 or 5.5 × 25 self-tapping screws. Polycarbonate is attached with UV protection to the outside. A visor 1–2 cm long is left over the end face. Sheets must be lapped with a gap of 5–10 cm.

Important! The installation of the greenhouse should be planned for the period when the air temperature is + 10 ... + 12 ° С. When installed in frost, the plastic bends, and later, upon the onset of heat, expands and warps at the mounting points, which requires additional sealing.

How to care for a greenhouse

The greenhouse requires year-round maintenance.

The following required procedures are required at every time of the year:

1. Washing. It is produced before the onset of the new planting season. It is necessary to wash the polycarbonate structure both inside and outside. For this purpose, use a soap solution. It is strictly forbidden to use brushes, sponges, powder cleaners containing abrasives that can damage the UV protection on polycarbonate. It is also not allowed to wash the greenhouse when the polycarbonate is hot. It is advisable to combine washing with disinfection of the soil.
2. Snow removal from the roof. If in winter there are frequent snowfalls and frosts that prevent the snow cover from melting, snow needs to be removed from the roof manually. Harvested snow can be brought into an unused greenhouse during this period to moisten the soil.
3. Shading in too hot summers. For this purpose, covering material is used, which is placed on the roof or inside the greenhouse, spraying the roof and walls with chalk solution. The use of chemicals for this purpose is prohibited.
4. Harvesting plant debris. Autumn care involves the largest number of events and requires great effort and cost from the owner of the greenhouse. You should start with a thorough cleaning of the organs of plants remaining after the harvest. They are destroyed by burning.
5. Soil disinfection. It is done in several ways: using heat treatment (by pouring boiling water or steaming), double-freezing, processing with chemical agents (formalin, sulfur blocks, copper sulfate, fungicides), the application of biological preparations (Baikal, Bactofita, Trichodermin, " Haupsina "," Fitosporina "), complete or partial change of soil.
6. Fertilizing in the soil. Mineral or organic fertilizers (humus, compost, wood ash) are introduced. It is also useful to plant siderata plants that enrich the soil with valuable elements.
7. Greenhouse disinfection. Only those agents that can be used for polycarbonate should be used. Disinfection of the structure with the use of drugs is carried out only in case of observation of a settlement of harmful insects. Use weak solutions so as not to damage the polycarbonate. Internal racks, boxes, equipment are also subject to disinfection. They are treated with boiling water, lime.
8. Corrosion removal from the case. It is necessary to use rust converters, paint over or replace with new damaged elements.

Did you know? In the Renaissance, glass houses were used only by wealthy people - sheets of glass were very expensive. Such designs were then called "houses of oranges" from the name of citrus fruits, which were most often cultivated in them.

So, we hope that now it will be easier for you to decide on the choice of a suitable greenhouse from the Kremlin series for a summer cottage. With the right choice of place, quality installation and proper care, this design will last you about 25 years.