Cut a tiny corner off a credit card and use it to scrape along the sealer after you've put on the line and come back with a soapy cloth and wipe it. Much better finish.

Thank you so much, I've learned so much!

@ValereeSayre

Жыл бұрын

I am so glad, these tips have really helped my greenhouse.

THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!! STILL HAVING ISSUES WITH MINE SO GOING TO TRY THIS. APPRECIATE YOU!

@ValereeSayre

Жыл бұрын

I really hope it helps, it has helped mine so much. Just make sure you have enough dry days or hours for your caulk to dry completely.

That helped a lot thanks. My greenhouse blew apart when a storm hit and this helped it stay together and not leek

Thank you!!!!

Thanks!

This was helpful...I also just did this because my original panels from the greenhouse I ordered on Amazon flew out and cracked. I ordered 8mm panels and they are so much sturdier :)

@ValereeSayre

Жыл бұрын

So far so good, We had 30 mph sustained wind, and wind gusts up to 55 mph the other night and it is still good. I will admit I have heard so many horror stories, I am always still a little nervous. We had harsh winds at christmas as well, and it has held up. So far, so good. I am glad it helps. That made my night.

Totally right, polycarb is great but its very light compared to glass , i was goin to buy a small alluminium polycarb greenhouse but too many bad reviews about wind trouble i decided to build my own from timber. I know not everyone is handy at basic joinery but it worked for me and was still cheaper and stronger than an alluminium one.

@ValereeSayre

Жыл бұрын

The dream is to build one. HOw is heating it? From everything I have watched, and read, a properly sealed polycarbonate, costs less to heat than the equivalent glass greenhouse, due to the double walls. Just wondering if you have found that to be true or not? I would prefer glass, and may get there one day. My greenhouse was a gift from my mother. It has good reviews online, but there were complaints. That is why I put this video up. From all the greenhouse threads I read, some people who caulk and seal have had their greenhouses up for 10yrs or more. I hope so, but not holding my breath either. LOL .

@atroutflycrazy8057

Жыл бұрын

@@ValereeSayre i live in uk so the growing season is long enough without need for heating it , polycarb is a great holder of heat and depwnding on thickness . i grow tomatoes, basil in the greenhouse and once end sep comes i dont use it untill spring so dont really have to worry about heating it.

Only have mine up a couple of weeks and when it's rains it's leaks in sealed the outside base I have it built on concrete. Going to try your method of sealing the panels especially the front and door where I seem to be getting most leaks

@ValereeSayre

Жыл бұрын

It has helped mine so much. I hope this helps with yours as well. Good Luck!

Cut my tip on a angle to get it deeper 😵 I think she will have to make do 🤣 Another wee tip is to push and not draw the silicone, a spray of water and soap makes for a tidy clean up. Or spit but a big area would need a lot of slobber

@ValereeSayre

Ай бұрын

Ha ha ha, you made me laugh. Good tips. LOL, get it tips, because it was advice, and we are talking about tips of a tube. Just ignore me and my bad jokes. LOL

We took so many extra measures when we put mine up but the first wind storm blew all four of my vents off and I lost one. I hope you have better luck with your greenhouse.

@ValereeSayre

Жыл бұрын

We have had up to 70mph winds, so far so good. I hope it continues to hold up. Only time will tell. Fingers crossed. So sorry to hear yours did not hold up. That is a bummer.

Hi Valerie. Thanks for video on caulking the seams of a polycarbonate greenhouse. My question is: Will it hold up in areas where snow is prevalent? I live in Minnesota and I’m concerned about the roof’s strength with sealing the seams. Thank you. Chris

@ValereeSayre

3 ай бұрын

I am not sure about snow. We used to get a lot here, but don't anymore. The most we have gotten is about 8 inches since I have owned it. The snow slid off. I don't know about more snow than that, Sorry.

Hi, so do you apply the silicone to the inside or both (in and out)? Thanks

@ValereeSayre

10 ай бұрын

On the lower panels I did it on the outside, on the roof panels I did it on the inside, because it is unreachable from the outside.

Hi Valeree! About how many tubes of caulk did you use? I'm picking mine up on Tuesday. Thanks!

@ValereeSayre

11 ай бұрын

I am wanting to say 6 or 7, I went around every panel.

@kimbieandi

11 ай бұрын

Thanks again!

@ValereeSayre

11 ай бұрын

@@kimbieandi you are very welcome

Is there a reason you caulked on the outside rather than the inside? If you mentioned why and I missed that but could you give me your rationale? What brand is your greenhouse. (Sorry I just got to the party late)😃 I have 8x6 gh and just got a little heater for it that is waterproof! (cool) mine leaks too, but solved that issue with a panel switch. Thanks for sharing your ups and downs. It helps us all out here trying to grow our food (and fun)

@ELBlDu

6 ай бұрын

ps, liked and subscribed. I want to hear what you have to say

@ValereeSayre

6 ай бұрын

I did not show it but I actually caulked inside, and out. I also used spray foam insulation in the top peak, because the gap was too large for silicone. I am gonna do a follow up soon, once the weather gets a bit warmer. I hope to answer some of the questions I have had since filming this video. I could have been more clear on some things as well. Thanks for watching, I am so glad it helps.

Does it help with insulation?

@ValereeSayre

8 ай бұрын

Sorta, it helps keep the wind out, and also helps to keep the trapped heat from escaping. Which helps stabilize the temp inside.