Retightening a Loose Cover

A question that we are often asked in the fall is “Do I put the cover on now or in the spring?” As with most everything in life, there areContinue reading “Retightening a Loose Cover”

Choosing a Cover – Poly vs Tarp

Everyone wants to save money but they also want value for the dollars invested. One of the things that sets MSS apart is with the cover choices we offer. TheContinue reading “Choosing a Cover – Poly vs Tarp”

Installing Wire Insert on Multiple Layers of Plastic

In response to a few questions about increased difficulty of installing the wire insert on 3 layers of 7.2 mil plastic. I (Norm) have done my experiment with zero addedContinue reading “Installing Wire Insert on Multiple Layers of Plastic”

Greenhouses 101 & 202

Norm spoke at the Guelph Organic Conference January 31, 2015 on Greenhouses 101: Knowing the basics before you buy-Choices and ConsquencesYou can find the articles and information posted, as well as a video ofContinue reading “Greenhouses 101 & 202”

Wind braces for structures

There is no dispute on the need for wind braces on any structure. There is often confusion on how and when those braces need to be installed. The sooner thatContinue reading “Wind braces for structures”

Aerodynamics Considerations on Greenhouses

Aerodynamics is a very complex concept in how it applies to greenhouses and similarly constructed buildings. The better that you understand these dynamics and how to deal with them, theContinue reading “Aerodynamics Considerations on Greenhouses”