Greenhouse Growing

Recent Question and Answer:

Hi, I'm refurbishing an old greenhouse on the property we bought recently. I live in a temperate climate north of San Francisco. I will be using the greenhouse seasonally to jumpstart veggies and things for the garden. I need to replace all the old glass panels and I would like to know what the merits are of using polycarbonate panels versus glass panels. I have priced both - the polycarbonate panels are much more reasonable, however, I am also interested in durability. I don't like to do things twice -- so I'd rather pay more upfront and have it last. On the other hand, I wonder if the polycarbonate may have more benefits (sun protection, insulation, other?).
Any help feedback would be very helpful.
Thanks,
Mary

 A twin-wall poly would offer better insulation and diffuse lighting transmission. Glass is much more attractive and offers more light transmission.

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