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EasyBuild Polytunnel

Design your dream polytunnel in just a few clicks. Select your preferred frame, cover type, and extras – the total price updates in real time, so you always know exactly what you’re getting. Prefer to speak to us? Call 01282 873120.

1. Frame Setup

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Heavy Duty Frame Size

Heavy Duty Frame Size

Widths & Heights

All EasyBuild polytunnels use our super-strong 50mm x 25mm flat-sided oval hoops.
Approximate heights (to the ridge) for each width:

  • 2.5m wide = 2.17m high
  • 3.0m wide = 2.23m high
  • 3.5m wide = 2.29m high
  • 4.0m wide = 2.35m high
  • 4.5m wide = 2.40m high

Lengths

Start at 3m, then add 1.5m extension bays to reach the length you need.

Note

The dimensions shown in the illustration are only for reference. Width and length aren’t represented in the drawing.

Foundation and Cover Fixing

⚠ Switching foundation type resets other selections. Check your options afterward.

Ridge Bars*

2 ridge bars are included as standard. Add more for added strength and support.

Ridge Bars

Ridge bars run the full length of the tunnel, adding extra stability and rigidity to the frame. They can also provide a convenient place for hanging baskets, crop support and accessories.

Two 25mm diameter ridge bars come as standard with every EasyBuild.

Crop Bars

Crop Bars

Crop bars (sometimes called brace bars) run across the width of the tunnel, adding extra strength to the frame and creating a convenient point for hanging baskets, containers and crop support.

We use 25mm diameter bars for maximum rigidity and reliable support. Crop bars can also be retrofitted to existing tunnels.

Crop Bar Hangers

On wider tunnels, V-shaped hangers are added to the crop bars to provide additional strength to the overall structure.
They’re not required on 2.5m or 3m EasyBuild models.

2. Core Options

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Polythene Type

👍 Anti-Hot Spot tape supplied as standard

Polythene Type

Diffused Polythene

Our UV-open diffused film allows up to 89% light transmission with around 95% diffusion.
The softened, scattered light penetrates deeper into the canopy, reducing harsh shadows and promoting even, balanced growth.
Ideal in bright or exposed sites and perfect for ornamental plants.

Clear Polythene

Clear film offers up to 92% light transmission with less than 35% diffusion.
It captures more direct light and warmth, especially useful in early spring and late autumn, helping to accelerate growth, extend the season, and encourage earlier harvests.
Best for fruit and veg growers.

Anti-Hot Spot Tape – Supplied as Standard

Installed where the cover meets the steel frame, this tape prevents heat build-up on the metalwork, reducing wear and helping to extend the life of your polythene cover.

General Guide

  • Growing edibles? Choose Clear.
  • Growing ornamentals? Choose Diffused.
Left Side Vents*

Left Side Vents

Our side vents provide excellent low-level airflow, helping you maintain a more stable and controlled growing environment - especially in warm weather.

The re-engineered vent design includes draught-exclusion panels at each end to reduce cold spots and help retain heat when the curtain is closed during cooler months.

Note: Side vents are only available with the Screw Anchor or Base Plate foundation options.

Right Side Vents

Polythene Type

👍 Anti-Hot Spot tape supplied as standard

Polythene Type

Diffused Polythene

Our UV-open diffused film allows up to 89% light transmission with around 95% diffusion.
The softened, scattered light penetrates deeper into the canopy, reducing harsh shadows and promoting even, balanced growth.
Ideal in bright or exposed sites and perfect for ornamental plants.

Clear Polythene

Clear film offers up to 92% light transmission with less than 35% diffusion.
It captures more direct light and warmth, especially useful in early spring and late autumn, helping to accelerate growth, extend the season, and encourage earlier harvests.
Best for fruit and veg growers.

Anti-Hot Spot Tape – Supplied as Standard

Installed where the cover meets the steel frame, this tape prevents heat build-up on the metalwork, reducing wear and helping to extend the life of your polythene cover.

General Guide

  • Growing edibles? Choose Clear.
  • Growing ornamentals? Choose Diffused.
Front Door Option (Including Frame)

Rear Door Option (Including Frame)

3. Added Extras

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Build Type*

The EasyBuild is designed to be DIY-friendly. Watch the process via the info panel.

Important: If selecting Construction Service, your ground must be suitable for the foundation type you selected earlier. If in doubt please call to speak with our team on 01282 873120.

Build Type

Self Build

The EasyBuild has been specially designed to be DIY-friendly – no timber, no rot, and easier to assemble than most polytunnels. 💪

Want to see what the process looks like?

🎥 Watch our construction video here:

Construction Service

Our friendly, professional construction team will aim to build your EasyBuild Polytunnel within 6 weeks of receiving your order.

Once your order is placed, we will be in touch to arrange a date and time that works for you.

If you are not on the UK mainland, please contact us to discuss options on 01282 873120 between 8:30am – 5pm, Monday to Thursday, and 8:30am – 2:30pm, Friday or email [email protected].

Important: Your ground must be suitable for the foundation type you selected earlier.

  • Screw Anchors: Soil must be firm, recently undisturbed, and free from large stones or rubble.

  • Base Plates: You must have a flat, solid concrete pad in place.

If our installers find the ground isn’t suitable, they may need to switch to concrete-in foundations. This will require extra materials, machinery, and labour, and additional costs will apply.

Ground Cover

Ground Cover

Heavy duty weed suppressant membrane.

With less than 5% light transmission, ground cover is an effective weed control fabric. Manufactured from black polypropylene (100gsm) with 25cm x 25cm green grid lines for accurate plant spacing.

Optimum water permeability (15ltr/m2/second). Ideal for above-ground or below-ground applications.

Can be fixed to the ground with staples or pegs.

Irrigation

Roof Vent

Easy to install roof vent, with simple pull-cord operation.

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