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Product ID: PM0010
| Width | 9m | 15m |
| 1-5m long | £14.00 | £23.00 |
| 6-24m long | £11.50 | £19.00 |
| 25m+ long | £11.00 | £18.00 |
Prices listed above are per metre. The more you buy, the more you save!
This specialist film reduces light transmission to 65%, and ultimately the temperature inside the structure. This film is most useful where sun scorch is a problem for growers. It is also suitable for animal husbandry applications and other stock and storage houses where a great build up of heat is not ideal. This UV stabilised film is 180 microns (720 Gauge) and is supplied with a five year guarantee.
FOR USE WITH Animal Husbandry structures and those plants that would normally grow under a shade canopy.
9m wide – 1.50kg per linear m - 50m roll would weigh 75kg
15m wide – 2.49kg per linear m - 50m roll would weigh 125kg
Please note - to help identify the polythene type and validate the guarantee, a series of numbers and letters are intermittently printed across the polythene.
Don't know how big a sheet you need? Click here to use our Polythene Calculator.
Our polythene is exclusively sourced from Sotrafa in Spain, the world's biggest producer of horticultural film with an enviable reputation for quality thanks to exhaustive testing in the demanding weather conditions of Almeria.
First Tunnels are the sole distributor of Sotrafa products in the UK, and we are proud to work with the global leader to deliver the best possible products for our customers. UK suppliers make cheaper alternatives, but the quality simply doesn't compare.
Although guaranteed for 5 years against its biggest threat of sunlight degradation, when fitted correctly, it is not uncommon to hear our polythene covers have lasted in excess of 10 years.
View the terms of the Guarantee here.
Sunlight is the biggest enemy of polythene. While it's essential for the wellbeing of whatever you're growing, it also 'kills' polythene in much the same way you can find old discarded crisp packets lose their colour and become very brittle. First Tunnels polythene covers are developed and tested in the extreme conditions to give optimum performance and are UV stabilised to prevent the polythene from breaking down prematurely.
What is a KLy?
A Kilo-Langley is the measure of Solar energy radiated in 1 year. It varies from a minimum of 60 KLy in the Polar regions to 120 KLy in warm regions, and to a maximum of 200 KLy in the African desert. Southern Spain receives about 140 KLy whereas the UK receives about half of that, just 78KLy.
Our Smart White polythene is 720 gauge/180 micron and made up of 3 layers for outstanding strength and performance.
Total Transmission of Visible Light
The amount of available light entering the polytunnel through the film. Measured as a percentage of total light.
Smart White = 65%
Diffusion
The scattering of direct light entering the polytunnel ensuring no shadows, so all plants receive equal light. Measured as a percentage of total light.
Smart White = N/A
Thermal Effect
A pocket of additives within the layers of the film that ensure and maintain a stable and optimum temperature within the polytunnel, especially during the night when it is colder.
Smart White = N/A
Strength at Break
The load on a tested sample when it breaks. This is expressed in Pascals or MPa.
Smart White = MD23/TD22
Elongation at Break
The strain on a tested sample when it stretches. This is also expressed in Pascals or MPa.
Smart White = MD630/TD770
Creep
As the weather changes becoming hotter or colder, so the Polythene expands and contracts. Creep is the terms used to express this.
Smart White = 5
Dart Test
A test to measure the impact strength on a test piece of plastic, using a weighted falling 'dart'.
Smart White = 700
Please note - to help identify the polythene type and validate the guarantee, a series of numbers and letters are intermittently printed across the polythene. View the terms of the Guarantee here.
We strongly advise referring to the original Polytunnel Suppliers' construction guide when installing your polythene. The methods described herein may differ from those of the original manufacturer.
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Michael Whitcombe
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Verified order
Good quality, fast service |
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Brendan Ryan
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Verified order
Thank for quick delivery and the instruction how to assemble ,Keep all staff safe and isolated from covid - 19 |
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D Revell
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Verified order
Quick delivery excellent product |
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Mr john wood
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Great product |
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Alan
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Verified order
I wanted a new cover for my fruit greenhouse. This white film is ideal. I would have given it 5 but I thought the packing was overdone and pricey. |
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Richard Priestley
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Verified order
excellent sheet easy to fit |
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Alan Webb
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Verified order
Excellent grade cover, ideal for intended use |
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S Mann
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Verified order
Tunnel has not been erected yet, so not able to fully comment. |
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HC
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Ideal for sheep unit, given new life to an existing frame . Looking forward to lambing this time! |
What is the Minimum Order Value?
We sell replacement polythene by the metre, 25m or 50m rolls in various widths with no waste and no cutting charge. Order values less than £50.00 will incur a £4.95 delivery charge. Please see the Delivery Tab for offshore delivery charges.
Does the Polythene come with a warranty?
Our Polythene is supplied with a guaranteed for 5 years against its biggest threat of sunlight degradation. When fitted correctly, it is not uncommon to hear our polythene covers have lasted in excess of 10 years.
Sunlight is the biggest enemy of polythene. While it's essential for the wellbeing of whatever you're growing, it also 'kills' polythene in much the same way you can find old discarded crisp packets lose their colour and become very brittle. First Tunnels polythene covers are developed and tested in the extreme conditions to give optimum performance and are UV stabilised to prevent the polythene from breaking down prematurely.
Please note - A series of numbers and letters are intermittently to help identify the polythene type and validate the guarantee.
Is there an inside or outside to my Polythene cover?
Each face of the Polythene sheet is identical, there is not a right or wrong side when choosing which face goes on the inside or outside of the Polytunnel structure. If condensation is a problem we have Sunclear available which is a non-toxic coating that reduces this effect.
Where is the Polythene Sourced from?
bpi.visqueen is a division of British Polythene Industries plc - one of Europe's leading manufacturers of polythene film products. Their products are used by Farmers, vegetable, fruit and flower growers across the globe and are all designed to help the grower create their own 'climate for success'.
What is the Thickness of the Polythene?
Our Polythene is 720 gauge/180 micron and made up of 3 layers for outstanding strength and performance.
Do you provide further data regarding the Polythene specification?
Data for Optical and Mechanical properties can be viewed here.
All polytunnel accessories will be despatched within 1-3 working days. Should you have any query regarding a delivery, please contact us on 01282 601253.
Customers in the Blue and Red areas with an order value less then £75.00, shipping costs will be £4.95. For orders above £75.00, delivery is FREE. For customers in the Orange areas, shipping costs will be £80 for Eire and £30 for Northern Ireland irrespective of order value. Please note, the cost of £80 for customers in Eire includes a £50 customs clearance charge which we pay in advance on your behalf, ensuring there are no unexpected costs upon import.
For those very small orders, such as tape, books or irrigation spares, we may be able to offer a smaller charge to cover postage and packing, please call the office for a quote.
For all other areas within Europe, please proceed to the checkout for a shipping quote. Should your country not be listed, please contact us for a shipping quote.
If you have any concerns regarding delivery please telephone our office on 01282 601253.
Note: If you purchase a Commercial and Domestic Polytunnel, then Shipping Charges for the Polytunnel are applicable.
