I found this greenhouse for free in my area. I had to go take it apart of course but it was on a block foundation. Does anyone have any suggestions or tips for building a descent foundation for this greenhouse? Should I try and just make another brick foundation like it was before? I'm at a loss here while building this thing. Where I currently want the greenhouse is not level so I know I'll have to dig and level out the spot first. Thanks for any ideas!
by TaziTaz
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What a beaut ✨
I used shingles in mine. I had them here already.
But they keep out weeds and drain quickly
Level the area and build the formwork for the pad.
Lay down your cheap craigslist gravel as you bring it home a half truckload at a time.and tie up your own rebar, then call all the cement companies in the area at the end of the day and ask them if they have any loads they need to get rid of. Be relieved and not disappointed each time that they don’t. Learn to savor that relief rather than dread the disappointment. The day they have your load is going to suck.
You will save a lot of money if you’re willing to deal with a cement truck showing up suddenly and having to deal with 16 tons of wet concrete.
I guess it beats paying a guy.
Are you talking about a foundation or a knee wall…or both?
You could just set it on landscaping/masonry blocks.