Introduction
For enterprises engaged in greenhouse structures, agriculture, horticulture or controlled environment farming, choosing a suitable greenhouse is a crucial decision. The ideal greenhouse will increase production and improve the long-term investment rate. But, faced with so many types of greenhouses, how would you choose the most suitable one?
What Is The Best Type Of Greenhouse?
The answer depends on your needs, the “best” greenhouse varies based on your crops, climate, budget, and long-term goals. When choosing from a variety types of greenhouse, you must be clear about what your goal is.
There are many types of commercial greenhouses on the current market, among which smart greenhouses account for a portion. Besides the frame and covering, they also add many systems, such as ventilation systems, temperature control systems, irrigation systems, etc. However, for residential greenhouses, their structure is much simpler, and people determine the size of the greenhouse according to the size of the garden. Moreover, not all commercial greenhouse customers need automation. For some small farmers, a general steel pipe and film greenhouse is sufficient to meet their needs. Understanding the requirements of customers is of vital importance.
How To Choose Between Different Types Of Greenhouses
- Start with your business goals and requirements
Before understanding the types of greenhouses, first define your business goals, such as the scale of your enterprise, whether there are frequent bad weather conditions in the local area, what your budget is, and what types of customers you have, etc
- Compare greenhouse types
-Glass Greenhouse
-Polyethylene(PE) Film Greenhouse
-Polycarbonate Greenhouse
-Retractable Roof Greenhouse
- Factor in Structural Design and materials
The frame material (aluminum, galvanized steel, wood) impacts durability and maintenance:
– Galvanized steel: Resists corrosion, ideal for humid environments.
– Aluminum: Lightweight but less sturdy in heavy snow.
- Evaluate Technology & Energy Efficiency
The simplest greenhouse is composed of steel pipes and films. Nowadays, many greenhouses have added intelligent systems, which will reduce labor and energy costs. However, the investment in technology in the early stage and whether the technology is suitable for your market all need to be studied.
- Choose a Reputable Supplier with B2B Expertise
Partner with best greenhouse suppliers who can offer customizable designs, provide warranty and after-sale services and certifications like ISO 9001 for quality assurance.
Greenhouse With Steel Tube And Film
Among the various types of greenhouses, steel pipe + film greenhouse is the one with the best cost-efficiency. The cost of steel pipe frames and plastic films is much lower than that of glass and PC boards. According to the maintenance, because the quality of galvanized steel pipes is superior and can last for about 10 years, the later maintenance cost is only on replacing the film.
This type of greenhouse has a simple structure, is easy to install, has low labor costs, and is suitable for rapid production. And they are able to span wider distances with fewer internal supports. It can not only meet the needs of large-scale planting but also those of family garden planting.
Since the prices of raw materials are stable, B2B companies need not worry that the price range changes too much, thus affecting customers’ trust in the brand.

Conclusion
DELITE offers many types of greenhouse with tube+film,both large commercial greenhouse and small residential greenhouse(best home greenhouse) including polytunnel greenhouse, walk-in greenhouse, backyard greenhouse,mini greenhouse(best small greenhouse) etc,providing customization to carter to the customers’ needs. Among them,polytunnel greenhouses are our top rated greenhouses.
We will recommend best-selling models of greenhouses to customers based on our experience. If the customer has a target budget, we will do our best to meet the customer’s target price while ensuring quality
DELITE has been deeply engaged in the greenhouse industry for many years with professional capabilities and excellent services. With the aim of achieving long-term cooperation, we are committed to providing every customer with high-profit and high quality greenhouses.