Home gardeners who are short on time buy a cold frame made of double wall panels instead of building it themselves out of wood. We looked around the market and put together recommended models for you. Benefit from our tips for the ideal location and the right filling.
Which cold frame models made of double-wall panels are recommended?
Recommended cold frame models made of double wall panels are: Deuba cold frame (from 25.95 euros), Habau (from 59 euros), Rotfuchs double cold frame (from 43 euros), Beckmann Allgäu I (from 119.95 euros) and Beckmann Allgäu II (from 149.95 euros). All models can be expanded with automatic, powerless window regulators.
Cold frame models made of double wall panels - from cheap to luxurious
Since the benefits of cold frames have spread among recreational gardeners, the variety of options available has increased. To make your purchase decision easier, the following overview presents proven models:
| Cold frames made of double wall panels | Dimensions (LxWxH) | Strength double wall panels | special advantage | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deuba cold frame | 100cm x 60cm x 40/31cm | 4mm | ideal entry-level model (€39.00 at Amazon) | 25, 95 euros |
| Habau | 115cm x 53cm x 32cm | 4mm | suitable as an attachment for raised beds | 59, - Euro |
| Red Fox Double Cold Frame | 119 cm x 100 cm x 40 cm | 4mm | equipped with lid on both sides | 43, - Euro |
| Beckmann Allgäu I | 100 cm x 90 cm x 30 cm at the front, 40 cm at the back | 6mm | with ground anchors for more stability | 119, 95 euros |
| Beckmann Allgäu II | 100 cm x 120 cm x 40 cm at the front, 50 cm at the back | 6mm | multiple test winner | 149, 95 euros |
All models can be expanded with automatic, powerless window regulators.
Setting up and filling the cold frame – this is what you should pay attention to
So that your cold frame made of double wall panels meets your expectations, please choose a sunny, sheltered location in the garden. Here the planting season begins in February if you use a special filling as an additional heat source. Dig a 50 cm deep pit at the designated parking space and fill it like this:
- A vole wire with a 5-10 cm high layer of leaves as a base
- 20 cm high layer of horse dung with straw or cow dung
- 20 cm high layer of garden soil with compost, green waste, leaf mold and horn shavings
Keep the cold frame closed for about 10 days while the decomposition process naturally develops growth-promoting heat.
Tip
Saving home gardeners can simply build the frame for the cold frame themselves from pallets. High-quality 4 mm double-wall panels are only used for the cover, with aluminum profiles as a frame and hinges for fastening.
