Green house shelves diy
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Mary Braid
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Need to make a workbench or something to hold plant trays in small greenhouse. 7' long x 3' high is ideal. Any suggestions?? Was thinking of possibly using pvc pipes.
6 answers
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You could use pvc pipe, but make sure it will support the amount of weight you will put on it. Watering makes plants heavier.......so depending on the diameter of the pipes, you will need to put enough of them vertically on the length of the top you use. If you can get your hands on some old pallets those will make nice benches for your purpose. Take them apart and remake into a bench. You could also use old folding closet doors as a top for either one. I personally would just make it from wood. 2 x 4's and whatever decking or wood I have laying around. Old table legs, broken yard tool handles, stacked patio blocks or bricks, even pieces of plywood or siding placed vertically will all work for legs. Use a level to ensure it is useable.
Debi
on Jan 31, 2014
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If you want an industrial look, use metal plumbing pipes, they withstand the weather better than PVC. You could also be on the lookout for used banquet tables (the folding kind they use in churches and schools) at thrift shops or on Craig's list. Or three nightstands or file cabinets with a door on top--the piece in the center will help support the plants and door. Using book cases to support the top would also give you storage for empty pots, tools, etc.
KathrynElizabeth Etier
on Feb 01, 2014
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Thank you Debi & Kathryn Elizabeth. Both are good suggestions.....
Mary Braid
on Feb 01, 2014
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If you are handy with power tools, you may wish to try making these from shipping pallets. There are numerous videos on Utube for doing this...
Phillip Williams
on Feb 02, 2014
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I use closet shelving. The plastic coated wire/metal type. It is strong and allows water the escape,and are easy to clean.
Alicia
on Feb 02, 2014
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Thank you all for the good suggestions. My husband came up with a plan & is now in process of getting shelves done for me. I appreciate all the feed back. You are all so wonderful...
Mary Braid
on Feb 03, 2014
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