All in all, it does take time (we spent 2-3 days on ours), especially if like us, you like to read and then re-read all the instructions and watch and re-watch all the videos! It also does need some level of physical effort, though it’s more about stamina than strength. The short answer is yes. We have briefly talked about ventilation earlier, but let’s go into more detail. Heavy Duty PE Cover – features extra-long sides for weighting and anchoring. It protects against harsh weather conditions – including frost and damaging UV.

You might not be able to afford the best technology that is currently on the market, but it is always good to shop around to see what you can afford. If you want to overwinter slightly tender plants, your space needs will be smaller than if you want to extend your growing season, grow summer crops such as tomatoes or grow more exotic plants. A Fully Galvanised Structure with added internal bracing...more so than any other in it's class. This tunnel not only has Three arches and a " Ground Bar Kit", we have also added Two opposing corner diagonal brace bars and a central roof horizontal brace bar, thus giving greater flex tolerance against wind stresses, a front hinged double skinned metal door with closing catch and, rear zippered roll up door suitable for barrow access - completes the structure. A heavy 150g/sm crossweave, rip stop cover with four netted window vents, two on each side and a wide ground skirt for entrenchment gives increased protection against the elements.Our 3x2m polytunnel will make a suitable alternative to a solid structure to house birds during the Avian Flu outbreak. Our tunnel allows adequate light and ventilation and will help offer protection from wild birds that may be carrying the disease. You want to make sure your polytunnel has a metal frame. The best polytunnels for an allotment or garden will have a frame made of galvanised steel, which is a very strong material. When you buy a polytunnel, you don’t want to have to replace it after a season because it is of poor quality. If the location of your garden or allotment polytunnel is especially exposed, you can look into reinforcing your polytunnel with wood, even if the polytunnel itself does not come with this feature. To be able to use the trenching method, the cover needs to be big enough, so look out for any mention that the polytunnel is suitable for this method.

Finally, we have come to budget. Hardly any of us are able to just buy the best polytunnel out there, money no object. Most of us are limited by a budget, we can’t buy an expensive polytunnel, even if we wanted to. Ventilation is one of the most important things when it comes to a polytunnel. Because of the way a polytunnel works, moister build up is a common occurrence. So it is important to buy the best quality you can for your budget. To ensure you get the best polytunnel for your needs, look out for these criteria.We roped in a friend to help (unlike us, he’s not vertically challenged so was very useful for reaching the higher up bits!) with the lure of cooking him a nice meal on the evening (and a regular supply of our future growing successes!).