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Greenhouses can be made from all kind of materials, including plastic and metal. However, as more and more people get into the concept of Do-It-Yourself, it has become apparent that wood is one of the best materials with which to build. This article discusses how you can build a wooden greenhouse using natural lumber.

Wooden Greenhouse

Natural Vs Chemically Treated Lumber

Firstly we need to outline what is meant by “natural”. Much of the wood at your local lumber yard is treated with chemicals to make it water resistant. This is all well and good, but if you’re building a greenhouse to grow plants, it’s nice to steer clear of this kind of stuff.

There is an assortment of non-chemically treated timbers that are naturally resistant to water and rotting. The most popular of these is cedar. It’s widely available, and not as expensive as other high grade wood species. It also looks great!

Wooden Greenhouse Designs

Now that you know about the best, organic, non-chemically treated wood, it’s time to think about style. There are plenty to choose from, all of which require a different level of woodworking skills. Still, if you’ve got access to some high quality greenhouse plans, all are within reach for even the newest of newbies.

- The most basic styles of greenhouses are the hot bed and grow rack designs. These are not “walk-in” types, but are very practical. The hot bed is shaped much like a real bed, and incorporates 2 large doors for easy plant access. The grow rack is more like a refrigerator, standing tall with 5 or 6 shelves.

- If you’re after something a bit more serious, a premium grade greenhouses that can be built quite easily. The first is the Victorian-style greenhouse. This is the type you see in upper-class English gardens. You can finish it off with either plastic or glass panels.

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