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Greenhouse Made from Old Windows

The number of windows that get replaced in the name of efficiency and green upgrades is overwhelming - it's good to see some of those old windows put to use in the shape of a fabulous greenhouse!

Greenhouse kits are also expensive. The creator of this Instructables has created a 7 ft. high x 10 ft. deep x 6 ft. wide greenhouse from windows salvaged from his neighbors, who were preforming upgrades. The only new materials were lumber, frame, screws, caulk and latches.

Though it seemed like a bit of a puzzle to assemble the windows, the end product is truly unique and 100% functional.

See the complete Instructables here.

Comments (4)

very cool. I've been thinking about trying a super-mini version of this for my planters on my back deck, but can't find a slim and tall enough window.

posted by amt230 on March 9th 2009 at 2:21pm
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Very charming---I have seen many variations on this idea. Old windows are also very good for building small solar heaters. Vent toward your under-house pipes to keep them from freezing in the winter.

posted by SunnyBlue on March 9th 2009 at 11:24pm
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Yes, charming is the word.

Reminds me of the coldframes my father built from old windows. He was a great scavenger from de-construction sites.

posted by Charlotte on March 10th 2009 at 3:24am
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What a neat green greenhouse. Cool idea with such good instructions. Thanks for posting it.

posted by Greenscaper on March 11th 2009 at 7:11am
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