How to Make a Gorgeous Greenhouse Out of Vintage Windows
If you're worried about running out of space for all your gardening projects this spring, this fun DIY is the perfect solution.
Using a series of thrifted windows, you can easily construct an inexpensive backyard greenhouse thanks to this handy tutorial from user "Cheft" on Instructables. The simple project shows you how to make use of several leftover supplies you probably already have sitting around your garage, and here's the best part-the whole structure costs less than $300 to build from scratch, which is a fraction of how much it costs to buy most greenhouses or sheds.
The straightforward step-by-step instructions also include several hacks to make it easier to build from scratch. For instance, rather than pouring a cement floor and foundation, which requires building permits in many cities, this builder used cinder blocks to secure the structure and then covered the open floor with rocks. The greenhouse designer also explains how to add more heating, cooling, and shade depending on your climate and planting needs.
After creating the basic framework, this DIY expert caulked the windows and then painted them all white. While the final results look pretty, we think it would be even more fun to feature the window's natural colors and textures-or even use some sandpaper and wax to further distress the frames to make the whole piece look extra rustic.
Get the complete tutorial at Instructables, and check out these other DIY greenhouses that will beautify your backyard.
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