The largest Element: 72 sq ft of growing space in a 6 ft wide footprint. The Grandio Element 6x12 uses the same heavy-duty powder-coated aluminum frame and 10mm twin-wall polycarbonate as the rest of the line, with 3 roof vents and extra-tall double sliding doors for serious year-round production.
- 1.2 mm heavy-duty aluminum frame is rust proof and withstands winds up to 76 mph when properly anchored
- 10mm twin-wall polycarbonate panels insulate for year-round growing and diffuse UV for even plant growth
- Snow-shedding roof rated for a maximum snow load of 25 lbs per sq ft
- 3 roof vents and built-in rain gutters regulate temperature and humidity
- 7 ft 1 in peak height with a bind-resistant double sliding door for people, wheelbarrows, and large containers
Best for: serious home gardeners who want maximum capacity without going commercial. Room for multiple growing beds, staging tables, and separate zones for seedlings, mature plants, and overwintering. It offers 50 percent more space than the 6x8.
What's included
- Powder-coated aluminum frame (green)
- 10mm twin-wall polycarbonate panels
- Bind-resistant double sliding door with easy latch and double ball catch
- 3 roof vents and built-in rain gutters
- Stainless hardware, assembly tools, and flat-mount anchor kit
Anchor options
Choose your anchor kit so the hardware matches your foundation. Wood is for decks and timber platforms. Concrete is for slabs, patios, and hard surfaces. Dirt adds the powder-coated steel base kit required for direct soil installation, which also adds roughly 4 in of headroom.
Premium upgrade
The optional premium upgrade adds 3 automatic roof vent openers, 10 plant hangers, a trellising kit, a drip irrigation kit, and Brillianize anti-static panel cleaner.
Specifications
| Height |
7 ft 1 in |
| Width |
6 ft |
| Length |
12 ft |
| Frame |
1.2 mm heavy-duty aluminum, powder coated green |
| Panels |
10mm twin-wall polycarbonate |
| Door |
Bind-resistant double sliding door, 2 ft 3.25 in x 5 ft 10 in |
| Roof vents |
3 |
| Rain gutters |
Built-in |
| Snow rating |
25 lbs/sq ft maximum snow load |
| Wind rating |
Up to 76 mph when anchored properly |
| Extendable |
No |
Warranty
Lifetime warranty on the aluminum frame and a 15-year limited warranty on the polycarbonate panels.
Why buy from Renewable Outdoors
Shipping
Free ground shipping in the continental US.
Warranty support
We handle warranty claims with Grandio directly so you don't have to chase the manufacturer.
Returns
30-day returns on unopened items. See our return policy for details.
Frequently asked questions
How hard is assembly?
Most owners finish in a weekend with two people. The kit includes labeled parts, stainless hardware, basic tools, and step-by-step instructions. The larger panels on the 6x12 are easier with a helper.
Do I need a foundation?
The included flat-mount anchor kit works on a level concrete slab or wood deck. For installation on soil or grass, the steel base kit (Dirt anchor option) is required. It creates a strong perimeter frame and anchors to the ground with earth anchors set in concrete.
Can it be used year-round?
Yes. The 10mm twin-wall panels hold heat in cooler months while passing plenty of light. Many owners add a small heater for winter frost protection and shade cloth for peak summer.
How does it handle wind and snow?
The Element is rated for 76 mph winds and 25 lbs per sq ft of snow when properly anchored. In exposed or snowy sites, add the steel base kit and the Element snow load kit for extra security.
