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Home The blog space Greenhouse plastic film: 150 or 200 microns?

Greenhouse plastic film: 150 or 200 microns?

By Bâches Direct

Published on 31-12-2025

Last updated 31-12-2025

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The greenhouse cover, also called plastic film for greenhouse, plays an essential role in the success of crops under shelter. It protects plants, creates a microclimate favorable to their development and extends the growing season. 

Among the selection criteria, the thickness of the plastic film for the greenhouse is often decisive. Greenhouse films of 150μ (microns) and 200μ are the most commonly used, but they do not meet the same needs. At Bâches Direct, we offer both ranges. Understanding the differences between these two thicknesses allows you to choose a greenhouse cover adapted to its use, environment and budget.

The role of thickness in a greenhouse cover

The thickness of a plastic film for a greenhouse is expressed in microns. The higher the number of microns, the thicker, more robust, and more durable the film. This characteristic directly influences the mechanical strength of the tarp, its resistance to wind and weather conditions, as well as its lifespan. A well-chosen greenhouse cover limits heat loss, protects crops from the cold and creates a stable environment conducive to plant growth.

The 150SE greenhouse cover: flexibility and efficiency

The 150μ plastic greenhouse film is an excellent compromise for many gardeners. It is particularly appreciated for garden greenhouses, small to medium-sized tunnel greenhouses and seasonal uses. Its relative lightness makes it easy to handle and install, even for a little experienced individual. It adapts easily to the structure of the greenhouse and allows quick installation. Thanks to its good level of transparency, it allows the light necessary for crop development to pass through while ensuring effective protection against wind and rain.


The 150μ greenhouse film generally benefits from a 24-month anti-UV treatment, ensuring good resistance to aging and solar rays. Made in France, it offers excellent value for money for users wishing a reliable solution without excessive investment.

The 200SE greenhouse cover: robustness and longevity

The 200μ plastic film for greenhouse is intended for more intensive uses or more restrictive environments. Thicker and more resistant, it can better withstand mechanical stresses, especially in windy regions or for large greenhouses. This thickness provides better heat maintenance inside the greenhouse, which is an advantage for early or late crops. 


The 200μ film is often preferred for greenhouses used all year round or for projects requiring increased sustainability. Again, the 24-month anti-UV treatment effectively protects the film against degradation due to sunlight. At Bâches Direct, our greenhouse tarps are made in France, a guarantee of quality and consistency, with plastic films designed to meet the requirements of gardeners as well as professionals.

How to choose between 150 and 200 SE?

The choice depends above all on the use of the greenhouse. For a garden greenhouse used seasonally, the 150 micron plastic film Tecplast is generally sufficient. It protects crops while remaining economical and easy to install. For a greenhouse exposed to the wind, used all year round or intended for more demanding crops, the plastic film 200 SE, also available on Tarpaulins Direct, is a safer solution. Its greater thickness offers better resistance and increased longevity, which can be more profitable in the long term. In any case, it is essential to prioritize a plastic film for quality greenhouse, equipped with an anti-UV treatment and designed for outdoor use.

Modern greenhouse covers are designed to be easily installed, even by private individuals. Their flexibility allows them to be properly stretched on the structure, thus limiting areas of friction or excessive tension. 

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