Polytunnels Construction Services

With avian flu around, you may want to protect your chickens from the outside world. One of the best and cheapest ways to protect your chickens from bird flu and predators is to set up a polytunnel installation in your garden. A polytunnel construction is a great way of keeping your chickens out of harm's way.   Set Up Your Polytunnel Building The Right Way   One thing that you do need to bear in mind when are thinking about keeping your chickens in a polytunnel installation, is their natural behavior!   The last thing you want is for them to damage your polytunnel construction . As any chicken owner knows, chickens do like to peck. If they see an insect or think that your polytunnel sheeting would be fun to pick at, they will do so.   To stop your chickens from damaging your polytunnel, it is important to create a playground for them. Make sure that they have an area of dirt that they can scratch around in to find food.   Chickens also ap...

One of the best things about polytunnels is that you can grow pretty much anything in them. Can you grow bulbs in a commercial polytunnels ? Yes, it does not matter if you have a garden or commercial builds, is that, you can grow all types of bulbs. But, before you buy in your supplies and start planting bulbs in your polytunnel, there are a few things that you need to know.   Planting Bulbs!   If you have a polytunnel in your garden, you have probably realised that the humidity level is higher. That is true of commercial builds as well. For some reason or another, polytunnels retain moisture better than greenhouses. Why is that?   It is a bit of a mystery but it is probably related to ground exposure and less ventilation. Many gardeners with polytunnel forget the importance of ventilation. Next time you speak to your supply company, ask them how you can improve your ventilation.   When the humidity level is too high in your polytunnel , your bulbs may ro...

During severe storms and bad weather protecting your commercial polytunnels or garden tunnels is very important. It is best to make sure that you are prepared for bad weather, by ensuring you always have some polytunnel supplies ready for any repairs or refurbishment.   Our climate is changing - there is no doubt about that. Gardeners all around the world are finding that they are having to change the way they grow and produce plants. Even if you do most of your gardening in a polytunnel, you will probably find the climate is affecting you in one way or another.   Polytunnel Supplies for Stormy Weather   Whether you have commercial polytunnels or garden polytunnels, it is probably fair to say that you have a fair amount of money invested in your polytunnels. Therefore, you are probably going to want to protect your tunnels.   One of the polytunnel supplies you should have handy is extra plastic sheeting. If a severe wind or storm sweeps through your...

Are you thinking about growing exotic crops in your polytunnel?   Around the UK, an increasing number of exotic crops are being grown in commercial polytunnels . As a private gardener, you can also look to grow more exotic plants as well if you have a polytunnel in your garden or on an allotment. But, what polytunnel supplies do you need to grow exotic crops all year round?   Planning Ahead   When you firststart out to grow exotic fruit and vegetables, the most important factor is to plan ahead. First of all, make yourself a list of what fruits and or vegetables, you would like to grow. The polytunnel supplies that you require may all depend on that list.   The other thing you need to consider is the temperature in your polytunnel. Exotic crops often need warmer temperatures to thrive and do well. You can increase the temperature in your polytunnel in a variety of ways to suit the types of crops you want to grow.   One of the biggest challen...

With global temperatures on the rise, you may find the temperature in your polytunnel is on the increase. It goes without saying that there are both advantages and disadvantages to our warmer temperatures. You can look at temperature increases in different ways. If you feel like growing new exotic crops and plants you can do so. But!You should be aware that warmer temperatures can lead to other problems in your commercial polytunnels or garden polytunnels.   One of the biggest problems apart from wilting plants is insect infestations. Inspect your polytunnel every couple of days to make sure that no new pest insects have set up home in your tunnel. What Polytunnel Supplies Should I Have on Standby?   You may already have a good quality insecticide on stand-by. But, if you find new types of pests in your tunnel, you may want to set up an alternative arsenal. Prevention is always better than cure. For instance, neem oil is often used and is disliked by most pests tha...

Growing fruit and vegetables locally has become very popular since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. Many of us realised that relying on our supermarkets for a constant supply of fresh fruit and vegetables is not such a smart idea.   Buying organic fruit and vegetables locally has many health benefits. As the produce has not crossed oceans to get to you, it is much richer in microminerals and the vitamins we need to stay healthy.   Also during the crisis, starting to grow your own took on a new meaning. The environmental crisis is another reason why local products are gracing more dinner tables up and down the country.   So, what do you need to start your own veg and fruit box business?   Becoming a Commercial Grower   Of course you need a large bit of land. But, you also need to make your business profitable. One way of making sure your business produces organically fresh fruit and vegetables all year around, is to invest in some commer...

This introduction is a basic understanding of three types of undercover build, they are seen as cheaper options to either plastic or glass framed builds and can be used in all sorts of versatile ways, to suit many types of needs in the great outdoors, at very competitive prices. Obviously you must consider what type of covering and fittings do come with the product of your choice! That's why you should always ask some questions as to what product type would best suit your requirements and your location.   Canopy Structures   If you are looking for a canopy covering for your business, which helps enhance your business entrance or dining-outside ability, then these versatile structures are available to be used for all sorts of purposes from storage areas, retail display areas, play shelters, swimming pool coverings and educational, or garden centre entrances. These versatile structures can be purposely designed and built, they offers good protection for clients and custome...

Domestic and commercial polytunnels covers are open to the vagaries of our weather patterns, but normally the lifespan is usually determined by material quality used and not associated with the thickness of the cover, the life expectancy can be anything from 8/15 years but you will need to ensure you make regular inspection checks and maintain it properly, helping to maximise their estimated longevity of service, most manufacturer's will usually offer up to a 5 year guarantee. You will need to be aware of this when placing any of these structures into a designated location, as you may need to select the best position that will offer the polytunnel some protection, such as alongside hedging or trees even walling, remembering not to place the polytunnel too close to any obstructions that could damage or puncture the covering. Always replace damaged fixtures and fittings to ensure the correct tension on the cover. The nature of the material means that you will have to ensure you carr...

When it comes to purchasing a polytunnel, there are several different options you can explore. For small garden polytunnels, there are plenty of online retailers, garden centres and polytunnel suppliers .   You can even purchase directly from a polytunnel manufacturer. However, when it comes to commercial polytunnels, an experienced polytunnel supplier or polytunnel manufacturer are the most reliable options.   While there is no right or wrong way when purchasing a polytunnel, it's always important to do some research and get trusted, independent information on your intended purchase and its intended use. Buying from a polytunnel supplier gives you access to a broader range of designs because they deal with multiple suppliers. They can also share customer feedback across various products and provide an accurate picture of how the different manufacturers stack up in terms of quality and long term durability.   What's more, you can deal with the same supplier for any ex...

The increasing use of Commercial Polytunnels in agriculture is fast becoming a socially divisive issue. Advocates are quick to point out the commercial and environmental benefits of polytunnel production while opponents counter with the negative environmental impact and lack of regulation.   When it comes to changes in agricultural practices and polytunnels in particular, it is vital to be objective and weigh up the pros and cons. It's impossible to please all of the people all of the time, so what is in the majority's best interests?   Polytunnels Positives There is no doubt that commercial polytunnel use in the UK has increased local production of most soft fruit crops such as strawberries, raspberries and cherries, as well as crops like tomatoes and lettuces. Not only has production increased, but so has crop quality. For example, the majority of strawberries grown in the UK are now classed grade 1 and can be sold in all supermarkets across the country. Previousl...

Polytunnels are simple, easy to construct additions to any domestic gardening set up. You can easily build your own polytunnel and get some plants in the ground over the course of a weekend. This begs the question, if it is so easy to build a polytunnel, why do all polytunnel suppliers advertise polytunnel construction services ?   Difference Domestic and Commercial Polytunnels While it is always tempting to save money and attempt some DIY, commercial polytunnel installation is best left to the professionals. There are a couple of differences that make polytunnel construction services a necessity for commercial tunnels.   ●      Size: An obvious difference between domestic and commercial polytunnels is their size. Although there is little difference in basic design, commercial polytunnels are generally wider and longer. There are also multi-span commercial polytunnels, many of which have a higher clearance level to allow for machinery. Larger pol...