I have many 15' tall Arborvitae trees and was wondering if I could just "drape" the netting over them or should I use poles (&Acirc;&frac12;' rebar)?
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I have found draping to work very well (and appears almost invisible) - rebar is better of course - but also a lot more work to install. Good luck!
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They say you can use any 2" x 2" wood but we used redwood and I'd recommend it. We even added reinforced braces in various places along the roof and in the corners (made it much more sturdy). Any covering goes over it quite easily (obviously the thicker the less likely to tear). Best way to put covering on is to use a large roll and roll from the ground over the top (on the sides). We used Solex. Love it! Its tough and easy to install. We have an amazing greenhouse for much cheaper than buying one of this quality outright.
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I take loose cordage with me and tent stakes and sting between trees and ground in whatever configuration is best for type of terrain or weather conditions. For more on this technique, you can YouTube "pitching tarps for camping" or "camping tarp configurations". And I'm sure you'll get some ideas
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well it is completely up to you and your need for the netting. i use 2x2x36inch wooden stakes... and i do believe you can purchase aluminum stakes for this.. but i made my own.. it is just a huge roll of very light netting.. you can fasten it will almost anything.. i have used 'zip-ties' to hold it up...etc.... hope this helps..
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Yes, you can. The hooks or curtain tabs should be large enough to go over/around the bars (Beams) that surrounds and connects the canopy.
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I said no and my husband said yes. He also stated that it depended on the strength of the branch and you could use the chains etc that come with it. I wouldn't use the chains as they would eat into the bark of the branch and eventually harm it. It is your swing and your tree so you will decide anyway. You got two versions with us.
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I am not sure which poles you are talking about...The poles that run through the canopy are tent like poles with the little stretchy cord inside and they metal connecters between each section of pole. The poles that support the safety net are probably a little bit more sturdy. Either way, I think that you could put a tarp on top of it. Good luck though. Our canopy has had problems withstanding any sort of wind at all. We have purchased 2 and the 2nd one is not up because we are afraid it will rip again... it has already been torn and repaired once. I wouldn't buy this item.
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Yep - just be sure you buy the "optional" attachments they suggest - then you will have the options yoiu need in terms if the variety size of tree....it's my 3rd attempt in purchasing such a style of item and it rocks!
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Yes, you will need some strong wire cutters. I just wrap the excess around the tree for extra support.
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I do not think so. The poles are not steady and mild wild will bring the canopy down. Mild winds and rain made this canopy fall apart. My personal opinion is that this item is not worth it, but if you want you can buy it and make your own judgement.
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If I were to do it, more than likely on the outside tip of the branches, you want the wind to catch it and light to reflect the hologram motif. I did not have much luck keeping nesting birds from my home gutters, but it may work better on a tree. I would recommend a decoy predator like an owl, but try the tape if you have it, as I say it may work better for your situation.
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I am using the netting on my fruit trees, so I can't answer your question, sorry.
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I bought several and recommend them. As shipped, on a 1 1/2" diameter tree they will cover 36" in vertical height. However, wrapped around a 4 1/2" tree the coverage is reduced to about 12". So obviously the diameter of the trees will dictate how many you require. Also, any tree less than 1 1/2" in diameter will have a sloppy fit unless you wrap it tightly and secure the ends. I just used electrical tape.
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It might not look good but I bet if the net is bigger then the frame, all you would need to do is connect the little bungee cords to a square in the net that is NOT on the edge but rather in a little bit towards the center. You would have some overlap of the netting but it would work the same. I think my pitch back came with the bungee cords, if not, you will need to buy some.
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Ross garden netting like the 16440 3' by 50' will work well. Use twist ties to attach.
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I used 24" rebar stakes for mine. But I was out in the desert and worried about wind - and not much else. Those 24" - 36" spiral stakes could work if you have soft soils.
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I never hung mine yet. I need another alternative because my tree isn't string enough.