Homestead Glasshouse
Homestead Glasshouse

32'10" × 8'8" · 284 sq ft

33' Glasshouse

4.5 · 4 reviews

Our largest kit — built for households that want real food independence, not a hobby project.

$7,199$8,299Save $1,100
  • • 10-year frame warranty
  • • Bolted 1mm galvanized steel — no welded joints
  • • Best for: Acreage, multi-family households & small-scale market growers
  • • Shipped across Canada

Measurements & materials

Exact specs for the 33' Glasshouse

Dimension diagram of the 33' Glasshouse: 32'10" long, 8'8" wide, 7'11" to the ridge
Length
32'10" (10m)
Width
8'8" (2.64m)
Ridge height
7'11" (2.42m)
Side wall height
4'11" (1.5m)
Roof slope (each panel)
5'3" (1.61m) — the diagonal from eave to ridge, derived from the width and rise
Footprint area
284 sq ft (26.4 m²)
Frame material
1mm galvanized steel, 275g/m² zinc coating (both sides)
Frame profile
60mm omega-profile, fully bolted — zero welded joints
Covering material
Twin-wall channeled polycarbonate, CE-certified, UV-stabilized
Covering thickness
4mm or 6mm
Snow & wind load
Engineered to the same structural spec sold into harsh Baltic and Northern European winters — bolted omega-profile hoops and diagonal cross-bracing are what carry snow load, not the polycarbonate. We don't publish a lab-tested kg/m² rating; if your site sees exceptional snow accumulation, clear the roof after major storms the same as you would a shed.
Foundation
No concrete footing required — ground anchor feet with cross-bracing hold the frame against wind uplift. A level gravel or paver base is recommended for long-term stability.
Estimated planting capacity
85–95 tomato-sized plants — assumes typical tomato/pepper spacing; more if growing smaller crops like greens or herbs.
Warranty
10-year frame warranty

What's included

  • • Reinforced double doors on both gable ends, aluminum handles + locks
  • • 2 roof vents for passive ventilation
  • • 10cm foundation base rail
  • • Ground anchor feet with crossbars
  • • Numbered assembly instructions
  • • Complimentary folding shelf

Built to last

Why the frame doesn't rust, sag, or fail at the joints

Most of what separates a greenhouse that lasts fifteen years from one that fails in three comes down to four decisions the manufacturer made before it ever shipped.

Omega-profile steel, not tube

Most budget kits use round or square tube. Ours uses a 60mm omega (Ω) profile — wider than most kits on the market — which resists twisting under snow load far better than tube of the same gauge.

Zero welded joints

Every connection is bolted, not welded. Welding burns through the zinc coating and creates a rust starting point at every joint — the first place a cheap frame fails. Bolted joints keep the galvanization intact everywhere, including at the connections.

275g/m² galvanization, both sides

The steel is hot-dip galvanized to 275 grams per square meter on both faces before it's ever formed into a profile — this is what actually determines how long a steel frame lasts outdoors, not the paint on top.

1mm gauge throughout

A full 1mm of steel in every structural member, not just the main hoops. Thinner gauge is the most common place cheaper kits cut cost, and it's invisible until the first heavy snow load.

Airflow, access, and what holds it to the ground

Doors — 2 — one at each gable end

Wide, tall, double-panel doors with aluminum handles and a locking mechanism. Each door opens halfway for everyday access or fully for wheelbarrow and equipment clearance, and doubles as a through-draft vent on hot days.

Ventilation — 2 roof vents

Positioned at the ridge, opposite the rising heat from the growing bed below. Paired with both end doors open, they create a chimney effect that pulls hot, humid air out without a fan — the single biggest factor in preventing fungal disease in a closed structure.

Foundation & anchoring

10cm foundation base rail, included with every kit. Sits between the ground and the polycarbonate, so the panels never sit directly in mud, standing water, or lawn chemicals.

Ground anchor feet with cross-bracing. Driven into the soil at each upright and cross-braced for wind resistance. No concrete required — a level gravel or paver pad is recommended but optional.

Because nothing is welded or set in concrete, the entire structure can be unbolted and relocated if you move or want to reposition it for better sun exposure.

Assembly

How it goes up

A weekend, with two people and a cordless drill — no welding, no cutting polycarbonate on site.

  1. 01

    Lay out the base rail

    Square the 10cm foundation rail to your footprint and stake the corners.

  2. 02

    Raise the hoops

    Bolt the pre-formed omega-profile hoops to the base rail at marked, numbered points.

  3. 03

    Tie in the ridge and cross-bracing

    Connect the ridge beam and diagonal braces — this is what gives the frame its snow and wind rigidity.

  4. 04

    Hang the doors and fit the vents

    Both gable-end doors and the two roof vents install last, after the frame is square and true.

  5. 05

    Panel the polycarbonate

    Pre-cut panels drop into the channel and are capped — no cutting or trimming on site.

Grow into it

Accessories to round out the setup — coming to the store soon. For now, ask us about availability when you order.

Raised garden beds

Slot-in cedar-style beds sized to the interior width, for keeping soil off the base rail.

Interior shelving units

Modular wire shelving that bolts straight to the frame — no extra hardware to source.

Plant support / trellis kits

Vertical netting and stake supports for tomatoes, cucumbers, and climbing beans.

Drip watering systems

Gravity-fed irrigation lines that run the length of the bed, on a timer.

Automatic vent openers

Wax-cylinder openers that push the roof vents open as the interior heats up — no wiring needed.

Pathway border strips

Keep gravel or mulch paths defined and separate from planting beds.

Questions about the 33' Glasshouse

Will the 33' Glasshouse fit my yard?+

The 33' Glasshouse has a footprint of 32'10" by 8'8" (284 sq ft). We recommend leaving at least 60cm of clearance on all sides for door swing and maintenance access.

How long does assembly take?+

Most customers assemble this size in a single weekend with two people. Every component is bolted, pre-cut, and numbered — no welding, no cutting polycarbonate on site.

Does it come with a foundation?+

Yes — a 10cm foundation base rail and ground anchor feet with crossbars are included. A level gravel or paver pad is recommended but not required.

What's the warranty?+

The frame is covered by a 10-year manufacturer warranty. The polycarbonate is CE-certified and UV-stabilized.

Can it handle Canadian winters?+

The frame is 1mm galvanized steel with a 60mm bolted omega-profile, engineered for heavy snow and wind loads. It's the same core structure sold into harsh European winters before we brought it to Canada.

Growers with the 33' Glasshouse

WORTH EVERY PENNY

“THREE GENERATIONS eating out of this thing now!! We went big on purpose because we're feeding more than one household off it and let me tell you it was the right call. The bolted construction was the deciding factor over a welded competitor we almost bought from - NO RUST after a full year. Linda says hi.”

Robert & Linda M.

Manitoba · Acreage / multi-family

Good for scaling a small operation

“We sell at two farmers markets and needed more controlled square footage without a full commercial-scale investment, and this bridged the gap. Would like a wider door option for wheelbarrow access - had to widen the path a bit on our end. Otherwise does what we needed.”

Marcus D.

British Columbia · Small-scale market growing

Step one of a bigger plan

“This was step one in a longer-term plan for us to grow most of our own produce, which is why we went with the largest size instead of easing in - didn't want to outgrow it in a year or two and have to think about upgrading. Already planning a hydroponic corner for next season using the extra space along the back wall. If you're on the fence about going big, we don't regret it.”

Julie & Mark H.

Ontario · Diversified home agriculture

Good size for a big family

“Bought the 10m for our extended family, we split the cost three ways between households which made it a lot more reasonable. Assembly is genuinely a two-day job if you're doing it properly and not rushing, don't let anyone tell you otherwise for this size. Once it's up though it's been great, everyone's been using it.”

Marc-André T.

Quebec · Multi-family

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