Do-It-Yourself with

CORRUGATEDPOLYCARBONATE

PANELS

PROJECT

Working withSuntuf CorrugatedPolycarbonate Sheets

CleaningUse a mild detergent and clean, warmwater. Change the water regularly—toomuch grit and dirt can cause scratching.Use a soft rag or sponge, rinse with cleanwater, and blot dry. Never use abrasivekitchen cleansers, window-cleaningsprays, or solvents such as gasoline.

CuttingFor making straight cuts in sheets of morethan 3 mm (0.12 in.) in thickness, use acircular saw or band saw. A medium-to-finetoothed blade (6-12 teeth per inch) worksbest. Expect a cutting speed of roughly300-400 feet per minute. For thinnersheets, careful cutting with a band saw ispossible, but sheers or a router may allowfor greater precision. Hold the sheet downwhen cutting. Work the saw firmly butdon’t force it!

DrillingBack up the sheet with scrap wood. Usea sharp steel drill bit, a slow speed, and amoderate amount of muscle. Too muchpressure will cause the hole to chip outunevenly. Too much speed will draw thesheet up onto the threads of your drill bit.

InstallationUntil you’re ready to install, retain SuntufCorrugated Polycarbonate Panels in theiroriginal package. Ideally, store them on aflat pallet in a dry, shaded place, and avoidextreme humidity, dust, or direct sunlight.During installation, do not stand or walk onsheets lacking adequate support. Verifythat the UV-protected side of installedsheets are facing out to the sun.

Safety

•Wear gloves to help avoid splinters

•Treated wood should not be burned inopen fires, stoves or fireplaces

•Avoid frequent or prolonged inhalation ofsawdust from treated wood. Cut treatedwood outdoors to avoid accumulation ofairborne particles.

•Avoid ingesting treated wood sawdust.Wash exposed skin before eating, drinkingor smoking.

•Launder clothes with treated woodsawdust before reuse. Wash work clothesseparately from other clothes.

•Always wear safety goggles or glasseswhen using power tools.

©2003 Suntuf, Inc. All rights reserved. Form #410 (Rev. 05/03)

Disclaimer:Building code requirements are not taken intoconsideration in the design of this structure. Norare unique snow and wind load situations whichare present in some areas. These details shouldbe used only as a reference. Consult yourmunicipality or township, regarding localbuilding code requirements, before beginningconstruction.

Suntuf®

Weather TreatedLumberMATERIALS LIST

for 3/12 pitch Greenhouse

Quantity Description Use

16 each 26" x 8' Suntuf Refer to SuntufClear Corrugated Panels Literature #403-203

5 each 26" x 12' Suntuf Refer to SuntufClear Corrugated Panels Literature #403-203

2 each 4'-2" Suntuf Refer to SuntufClear Ridge Cap Literature #403-203

7 boxes 2" WoodTite fasteners Refer to SuntufLiterature #403-203

16 bags 36" Foam Closures Refer to SuntufLiterature #403-203

8 each 6' Universal Refer to SuntufWood Closures Literature #403-203

17 pcs. 7'- 2x4 StudsVertical Wall Supports

6 pcs. 10'-0 ¾" 2x4 Wall Gir tsw/ miter cut corners Horizontal Panel Supports

4 pcs. 8'-0 ¾" 2x4 Wall Girtsw/ miter cut corners Horizontal Panel Supports

4 pcs. 2'-6" 2x4 Wall Gir tsw/ miter cut corners Horizontal Panel Supports

6 pcs. 10'-0 ¾" 2x4 Roof Purlins12 pcs. 4'-1 7/8" 2x6 Rafter

w/ notch6 pcs. 8'-0 ¾" 2x4 Ceiling Joist4 pcs.* 4'-0" 2x4 Attach to Rafter

of Gable End Trusses12 pcs.** 2'-6" 2x4 45° Angle Brace for

use at Each Corner1 pcs. 3'-0" 2x4 Top Door Jamb2 pcs.*** 10'-0 ¾" 2x4 Base Of Structure

pressure treated2 pcs.*** 8'-0 ¾" 2x4 Base Of Structure

pressure treated1 each 3' x 6'8" door Combo Screen/Storm9 lbs. 16d nails fastening wooden

members

*These 2x4s should be nailed onto the outside of the rafter.This is needed only on the rafters located at the ends of thegreenhouse. This will provide the surface for the wall panels tofasten to at the gable.

**45° Angle Braces are needed at each corner of the building,sidewalls and endwalls. This bracing should also be installedin the lower corners of the roof as well.

***Base of structure will need to be anchored in accordance tolocal building codes.

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• Store Panels in a Dry, ShadedArea prior to use

• Level the ground - establish afoundation of choice (checklocal building codes)

• Lay out framing lumber forthe four walls

• Build the walls laying flat

• Upright the walls and connect2x4 Wall Girts at corners

• Place Ceiling Joists from sideto side

• Fill in Rafters

• Add Purlins

• Check all connections beforeattaching Suntuf Panels

• Install Suntuf Panels (seeSuntuf Literature #403-203for detailed instructions)

• Install Door

• Enjoy your new GreenHousefor years to come

Note: For best results in your geographic area, ventilation may need to be considered. If a painted or stained frame isdesired, complete painting before installing Suntuf Corrugated Polycarbonate Panels (1 gallon required).

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