My old greenhouse finally gave out last week after three years

I put it up in my backyard in the spring of 2021, and it was perfect for my seedlings. Last month, the plastic started to get really brittle and cloudy. Then a big wind came through and tore a huge hole in one side. I'm trying to decide if I should try to fix it or just get a new one. What do you all do when a greenhouse gets to this point?

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charles7666mo ago

Tape up that hole and see if it holds. My first greenhouse looked like a science project gone wrong by the end, patched with more duct tape than plastic. If the frame is still solid, a new cover is way cheaper than a whole new setup.

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charles7666mo ago

Honestly, duct tape gets brittle in the sun after a while. Might be worth trying that clear gorilla tape instead, it seems to hold up better to weather.

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pat_schmidt606mo ago

Ever try that clear gorilla tape? I used to swear by duct tape too, but the clear stuff lasts way longer in the weather.

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