What Makes Solexx Greenhouses Different
Our specially formulated Solexx greenhouse panels are polyethylene and not polycarbonate.
We manufacture the material with a special UV formulation for longevity.
What sets our greenhouse covering apart is not only its insulation properties, which effectively reduce heating and cooling expenses, but also its remarkable translucent quality, providing exceptional light diffusion within the greenhouse.
According to university tests, you will accelerate plant growth by 25-30% under diffuse light. You will also benefit from significantly lower heating costs due to Solexx insulation qualities. Another feature that makes Solexx different is the built-in bench frames which can triple or quadruple the available growing space. The benches will hold over 250 pounds each, making it easy to overwinter or grow in large, heavy containers. Additionally, overwinter hanging baskets with built-in, full-length hanging rods.
How Can The Solexx Greenhouse Withstand High Wind With No Foundation
Solexx greenhouses out-perform all other greenhouses in wind. Our composite frame is extremely strong and durable.
As long as the greenhouse is firmly anchored, you should not have problems.
The combination of a strong frame and flexible paneling works very well in adverse conditions. Because the greenhouse covering attaches over the top of the frame, there are no gaps for wind to twist or push the material through the frame.
Many of our customers live on the coast and frequently experience winds of 70 mph or greater. We have had many customers report to us over the years that their greenhouse survived a hurricane with no damage from the impacting tree branches.
How Easy Are The Greenhouses To Heat
Solexx greenhouses are easy to heat; in fact they are the most efficient on the market. The 5mm twin-walled glazing material provides more insulation than most other hobby greenhouse materials. The cost of heating your greenhouse will depend on the temperatures in your area and the type of plants you plan to grow.
Many plants require only a 45-degree nighttime temperature. Heating costs can be reduced by using buckets or plastic jugs of water or by lining the greenhouse with a layer of Visquine or bubble wrap in the cold months. In mild conditions, 5 gallon covered black buckets filled with water will trap the solar energy during the day and release heat for most of the night.
If you would like to compare the insulation of different greenhouse materials, you can go to the USDA website and download the virtual grower software to compare energy savings along with other useful growing information,
What Makes Diffuse Light Better For Growth
Solexx panels diffuse the light evenly throughout the greenhouse eliminating allowing the "scattering of light" as depicted in the image and avoiding “hot spots” from direct transmission.
This leads to no shadows which is for superior plant growth and not only prevents overheating during warm weather but also safeguards your plants from sunburn.
Diffuse light is critical for optimal plant growth because it reaches all parts of the plant, not just the upper canopy.
The additional light exposure substantially boost plant photosynthesis, resulting in more robust, healthy growth. Additionally, plants will not burn under Solexx, making it the ideal choice for both shade and sun-loving plants.
The benefits of diffuse light were discussed in the January 2015 issue of In Greenhouse Magazine. The article shows an increase in photosynthesis (Figure 2) and greater light penetration (Figure 3) with diffused light vs direct light
The benefits of diffuse light were discussed in the January 2015 issue of In Greenhouse Magazine. The article shows an increase in photosynthesis (Figure 2) and greater light penetration (Figure 3) with diffused light vs direct light
Compare Polycarobate and Solexx Panels
Solexx greenhouses are made with polyethylene.
Polyethylene is much more flexible and is easy to cut to any size. Polycarbonate panels tend to be thicker, but have a lower insulation factor than polyethylene.
Both materials diffuse light, but polycarbonate diffuses less (because it is more transparent), making the greenhouses much hotter in the summer.
Polyethylene is very easy to clean and will not scratch like polycarbonate. Polyethylene does not contain BPA’s that are found in polycarbonate materials.
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