Types of greenhouses

There are many types of greenhouses, which can be divided into the following categories according to different classification standards:

‌Classification by structural materials‌:
‌Bamboo and wood structure‌: A greenhouse built with bamboo and wood, which is low-cost and suitable for small farms or home use.
‌Steel and wood structure‌: A structure combining steel and wood, with high strength, suitable for medium-sized farms.
‌Reinforced concrete structure‌: Constructed with steel bars and concrete, with a strong structure, suitable for large farms or commercial use.
‌All-steel structure‌: All steel is used to build, with high strength, suitable for high-demand greenhouses.

‌Classification by covering materials‌:
‌Glass greenhouse‌: Using glass as a covering material, it has good light transmittance, but the maintenance cost is high.
‌Plastic film greenhouse‌: Using plastic film as a covering material, it has a low cost, but poor light transmittance and heat preservation.

‌Classification by function‌:
‌Planting greenhouse‌: Mainly used for plant planting and cultivation.
‌Cultivation greenhouse‌: Used for animal breeding, such as insects or small animals.
‌Exhibition greenhouse‌: used to display plants or animals, often used in scientific research institutions or public exhibitions.
‌Experimental greenhouse‌: used for scientific experiments and research.
‌Catering greenhouse‌: used in the catering industry, providing a unique dining environment.
‌Entertainment greenhouse‌: provides leisure and entertainment functions, such as tropical rainforest experience, etc.