Polytunnels

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Polytunnels
« on: October 02, 2009, 17:35 »
Hi all,
I'm looking to make a poly tunnel over the autumn and winter for next year. I reckon I can make the frame but can I buy the plastic covers seperately? How much are they? (are you allowed to reccomend any websites?  ::) )
Also, any tips would be great.  :)

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NigelB

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Re: Polytunnels
« Reply #1 on: October 02, 2009, 18:22 »
Oddly enough, i was just looking at some that were linked directly from this site.... It was the advert link just at the top of each thread....
£99 for the complete kit 4.5Metres long..

Now all I have to do is remember the name of the firm......
Oh, and convince the missus, of course.... :nowink:

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Re: Polytunnels
« Reply #2 on: October 02, 2009, 20:01 »
Cheese makes everything better.

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« Reply #3 on: October 02, 2009, 21:28 »
I was asked to start this sticky about polytunnel growing.  You may find the links on there interesting!

http://chat.allotment-garden.org/index.php?topic=30820.0

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Re: Polytunnels
« Reply #4 on: October 03, 2009, 10:33 »
Oddly enough, i was just looking at some that were linked directly from this site.... It was the advert link just at the top of each thread....
£99 for the complete kit 4.5Metres long..

Now all I have to do is remember the name of the firm......
Oh, and convince the missus, of course.... :nowink:

http://www.warehouse24.co.uk/products.php?category_id=20&af=allotment

That's the link that was on here,I had a look.

I worked it out if you bought two of the 3m x 2m polly tunnels for 79 quid each it'd be cheaper than buying the biggest and most expensive one they do at £179.96 for a 6m x 3m one.

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« Reply #5 on: October 03, 2009, 21:18 »
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I worked it out if you bought two of the 3m x 2m polly tunnels for 79 quid each it'd be cheaper than buying the biggest and most expensive one they do at £179.96 for a 6m x 3m one.

See, that's the kind of thinking I can only covet...  :blush:
Well spotted Mike.  ;)

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Re: Polytunnels
« Reply #6 on: October 04, 2009, 21:57 »
Thanks everyone :)

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Re: Polytunnels
« Reply #7 on: October 04, 2009, 23:57 »
I am now very envious--- must think about a polytunnel!!  ;)
Never keep your wish-bone where your back-bone ought to be.

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Re: Polytunnels
« Reply #8 on: October 05, 2009, 08:00 »
I worked it out if you bought two of the 3m x 2m polly tunnels for 79 quid each it'd be cheaper than buying the biggest and most expensive one they do at £179.96 for a 6m x 3m one.

but surely it's the area you need to think about - £160 for 12m2 or £180 for 18m2 - know which I would go for...

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« Last Edit: October 05, 2009, 17:43 by Yorkie »

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« Reply #9 on: October 05, 2009, 08:02 »
oops my post ended up in the quote... :(

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Re: Polytunnels
« Reply #10 on: October 05, 2009, 17:44 »
Is that better for you Savbo?  :D
I try to take one day at a time, but sometimes several days all attack me at once...

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Re: Polytunnels
« Reply #11 on: October 05, 2009, 17:45 »
thankyou Yorkie! Will preview before posting next time!

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Re: Polytunnels
« Reply #12 on: October 05, 2009, 21:28 »
So who is buying what and what will you use it for?  :unsure:

I have no greenhouse on the plot (unlike most other people nearby) and I rather like the look of a polytunnel if it is good, longish lasting value for money and helps me produce a crop I would otherwise miss.




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Re: Polytunnels
« Reply #13 on: October 05, 2009, 22:43 »
Could i just say that the polytunnels advertised above some of the threads are best suited to a garden, where they can be tied to hedges or fences. I don't think they are strong enough to withstand real wind on open allotments.
For there, IMO, you need a proper polytunnel as sold by First tunnels etc etc. or a good  DIY job like those shown at overthegardengate.net  (link above in Ice's post)
Wouldn't want anyone else to be as dissapointed as I was when my one broke an upright in the recent windy weather :(


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Re: Polytunnels
« Reply #14 on: October 06, 2009, 22:30 »
Thanks, mumofstig, that is something to keep in mind.

The do-it-yourself version does look lovely..... all I need now is the time and the skill;)



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