A mini greenhouse at home is the perfect way to protect you seedlings and encourage them to grow strong! Evelyn of Green Up Your Home shows you how to make your own DIY greenhouse using upcycled windows.
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00:00 [MUSIC PLAYING]
00:03 Hey, guys.
00:09 It's Evelyn.
00:11 I like to bring new life to things.
00:13 So today, I'm going to show you how
00:14 to make a beautiful mini greenhouse
00:16 from old reclaimed windows.
00:18 [MUSIC PLAYING]
00:21 Start with a plan.
00:25 Like every good architect would say,
00:27 a clear plan for your house is most important.
00:30 Sketch out a few ideas, and maybe consult a carpenter
00:32 or a friend if you need direction.
00:35 Here's the sketch for my greenhouse.
00:36 Let's get to it.
00:38 Before you begin, make sure that your windows
00:40 are in optimal condition or repair them as needed.
00:43 You might want to save painting the windows for later
00:45 until you're finished, just in case they get scratched
00:48 in the building process.
00:49 To make things easier, choose windows
00:51 of the same size and material to put them together
00:53 without any extra hassle.
00:55 You can choose wood or aluminum framed windows,
00:58 but the job's much easier if they're all the same.
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01:04 Assemble your windows and measure the width
01:06 and the length of your greenhouse.
01:09 Those are the measurements that you
01:10 will use to create the frame that will hold together
01:13 the greenhouse.
01:14 Most hardware stores will cut the wood for you,
01:16 so you don't even need a saw.
01:17 Just drill them together, and you've got your frame.
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01:24 Once you finish the frame, place your windows
01:26 firmly against it.
01:29 Pre-drill your window frames, because old wood splits easily.
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01:35 For the front windows, use hinges,
01:37 so you can open them any time you want.
01:41 You can use several interesting shapes and materials
01:44 to create your room, for example,
01:46 corrugated plastic sheets or more wood.
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01:53 More windows.
01:55 I've used these two windows to create a pointed roof
01:58 with the help of angle brackets and finish it
02:00 off with some extra plywood.
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02:04 In the end, it all comes down to personal style.
02:07 Feel free to experiment.
02:09 Maybe add some cool legs on the bottom or gabled roofing,
02:13 maybe some screens to allow for ventilation.
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02:18 I've decided to add some shelving.
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02:23 And a wind chime.
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02:28 Set up your greenhouse in a place
02:30 that receives the morning sun.
02:31 And don't forget to add a thermometer
02:33 to monitor the temperature.
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02:38 Et voila.
02:38 Isn't it glorious?
02:40 What a beautiful handmade greenhouse.
02:42 I have to admit, I am really proud of this one.
02:46 Now, don't forget to fill it with your favorite plants.
02:48 I personally prefer edible plants,
02:50 like lettuce, chilies, or tomatoes.
02:53 [MUSIC PLAYING]
02:57 Greenhouses are perfect to grow seedlings and young plants.
03:00 The controlled climate inside the greenhouse
03:03 helps them to grow faster.
03:04 And the space offers extra protection
03:06 from frost and birds.
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