8x10 Lean to Greenhouse Trims Plans

This step by step diy project is about 8×10 small lean to greenhouse trims plans. This is PART 2 of the small lean to greenhouse project, where I show you how to build the door, the vents and how to attach the trims to the exterior of the structure. Take a look over the rest of my woodworking plans, if you want to get more building inspiration.

When buying the lumber, you should select the planks with great care, making sure they are straight and without any visible flaws (cracks, knots, twists, decay). Investing in cedar or other weather resistant lumber is a good idea, as it will pay off on the long run. Use a spirit level to plumb and align the components, before inserting the galvanized screws, otherwise the project won’t have a symmetrical look. If you have all the materials and tools required for the project, you could get the job done in about a day. See all my Premium Plans HERE.

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8×10 Lean to Greenhouse Trims Plans

Greenhouse-trims

Cut & Shopping Lists

A – 15 pieces of 1×2 lumber – 72″ long, 2 pieces – 59″ long, 1 piece – 19″ long, 1 piece – 16 1/2″ long, 2 piece – 99″ long, 3 pieces – 120″ long, 9 pieces – 22 1/2″ long, 2 pieces – 96″ long, 1 piece – 7 1/2″ long, 1 piece – 13 3/4″ long, 1 piece – 20″ long, 1 piece – 26″ long, 8 pieces – 99 1/4″ long, 4 pieces – 19 3/4″ long TRIMS
B – 2 pieces of 2×2 lumber – 32″ long, 2 pieces – 77 1/2″ long, 1 piece – 29″ long DOOR
C – 2 pieces of 2×2 lumber – 22 1/2″ long, 2 pieces – 19 1/2″ long, 2 pieces of 1×2 lumber – 22 1/2″ long, 2 pieces – 19 1/2″ long 3xVENT

21 pieces of 1×2 lumber – 6′
2 pieces of 1×2 lumber – 8′
13 pieces of 1×2 lumber – 10′
6 pieces of 2×2 lumber – 8′
6 pieces of 1×2 lumber – 8′
hinges, latch
vent opener
greenhouse plastic
2 1/2″ screws, 3 1/2″ screws, 1 5/8″ screws
wood filler , wood glue, stain/paint

Tools

Hammer, Tape measure, Framing square, Level

Miter saw, Drill machinery, Screwdriver, Sander

Safety Gloves, Safety Glasses

Time

One day

PART 1: 8×10 Lean to greenhouse plans
PART 2: 8×10 Lean to greenhouse trims plans

How to build lean to greenhouse trims

Front-wall-trims

Fit the 1×2 trims to the front of the greenhouse, so you can secure the plastic into place tightly. Insert 1 5/8″ screws to secure the trims into place every 8″, along the framing.

Back wall trims

Fit the 1×2 trims to the back of the greenhouse. Cut the trims at the right dimensions and then secure them into place with 1 5/8″ screws.

Side wall trims

Fit the 1×2 trims to the side of the greenhouse, using the same techniques described above.

Roof trims

Fit the 1×2 trims to the top of the greenhouse. Align the edges flush and insert 1 5/8″ screws, so you lock them into place tightly.

Building-the-door-frame

Frame the door for the greenhouse from 2×2 lumber. Cut the components at the right dimensions and then lay them on a level surface. Drill pilot holes through the components and insert 2 1/2″ screws to lock them together tightly. Make sure the corners are square and align the edges flush.

Door trims

Fit the greenhouse plastic to the frame and then lock it into place with 1×2 trims. Use 1 5/8″ screws to secure the trims into place tightly.

Fitting the door

Fit the door to the opening and then secure it to the frame with hinges. Install a latch so you can lock the door into place tightly.

Building the vent

Build the vent frames from 2×2 lumber. Drill pocket holes at both ends of the 22 1/2″ plywood components and insert 2 1/2″ screws to lock the frames together tightly. Make sure the corners are square and align the edges flush.

Vent trims

Fit the translucent panels to the vents. Alternatively you can use 1×2 trims over the vents, so you can lock the components together tightly.

Fitting the vents

Fit the vents to the greenhouse. Use hinges to secure the vents to the frame tightly. Moreover, you could install automatic vent openers, so you control the temperature inside the greenhouse.

Small lean to greenhouse plans free

This lean to greenhouse is ideal if you want to build a shelter for your flowers during the cold days. You can easily attach this greenhouse to an existing building. Take a look over PART 1 of the greenhouse project, where I show you how to build the frame of the lean to greenhouse.

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