Solexx greenhouse paneling is a very strong, yet flexible, twin-wall polyethylene covering, making it easy to install and cost effective to ship. Due to its translucent characteristics it diffuses light exceptionally well. Creating an environment with no shaded areas or hot spots and with an "R" value of 2.1R for 3.5mm paneling (2.3R for the 5mm paneling), it makes an ideal covering for greenhouses, end walls, light panels, car ports, etc.....the possibilities are endless. This product may have slight imperfections, or blemishes, but they are only cosmetic and will not affect the quality or performance of the material.

1. UNROLLING: If the precut panel or length off of the roll is too curved for easy installation, try straightening it out by laying it out flat in a warm environment. Also, if the roll/panel has been in storage for a period of time, it may have developed a slight "yellow" tint from the UV inhibitor. Exposure to direct sunlight should quickly clear this up.

2. TEMPERATURE: Install Solexx paneling when the temperature is near the mean (yearly average) temperature for your area to allow for expansion and contraction. If this is not possible, put the panels in a heated area that is near the mean temperature for your area. When ready to put the panel on the structure, take the panel from this area and attach it to the structure. Solexx will expand and contract with the temperature changes. By installing the panel at your mean temperature, the panel is in the middle of its expansion and contraction range.

3. PREPARATION: Solexx has the best insulation qualities of any product on the market, however, in order to achieve the R-Values; the ends of flutes must be filled with a ¼" bead of clear 100% silicone caulking prior to installation or after trimming an already attached panel. This traps the air inside the flutes. Unless you need to cut or trim the panels after installation, be sure the bottoms of the panels are caulked prior to installing as it is very difficult to point a caulking gun up ½" from the ground. The video below explains how to caulk the panels.

4. SPACING: We recommend that the framing (trusses) that will support your Solexx be placed 16" - 24" on
center. If applying to a greenhouse frame with 4' or 6' centers, cross bracing is recommended to prevent sagging between the bows. Ask us about cabling over the bows to prevent expansion sagging.

5. INSTALLING: Solexx paneling can be applied with the flutes running in either direction on your structure.
Applying your Solexx paneling so that the flutes run perpendicular to the framing adds to the strength of your structure but it can also be applied in the same direction as the framing. If you are covering a plastic or a wood structure, attach with our 1" screws with neoprene washers to prevent water from getting into the flutes. Our ¾" self-tapping screws are for installing your Solexx paneling onto metal framing. Either way, no pre-drilling of the paneling is needed. We suggest placing the screws about 6" apart on the stringers where it is overlapped or on the perimeter of the wall or roof structure. Be careful not to over-torque the screws, or you may crush the paneling. The washers should just slightly dimple the panel.

6. CUTTING: Except where your panel ends at ground level, it is helpful to attach the panel to your structure
first, and then use a sharp, thin utility knife to follow the frame as a cutting guide. It works well to cut the panel with two passes of the knife. On the first pass, use light pressure to score the panel and set the path the knife will follow for the second pass. The second pass should be done with more pressure to cut through the panel, while making sure the knife is following the score line of the first pass.

For additional questions, please call our support line at 1-888-966-7877

Use Galvanized Screws with Neoprene Washers
	Galvanized screws with neoprene washers provide secure panel attachment. Attach panels to wood and PVC using 1" white galvanized screws (available in bags of 60, 100, and 500). For securing the panels onto a metal frame, use 3/4" self-drilling screws (available in bags of 60).