TABLE OF CONTENTS
Who is Riversotne Industries Corporation
The MONT Greenhouse Line
Which MONT Greenhouse Should You Choose
Pros and Cons of Riverstone MONT Greenhouse
WHO IS RIVERSTONE INDUSTRIES CORPORATION
Mont Greenhouses are distributed by Riverstone Industries Corporation, (RSI) headquartered in Dover, New Jersey. Riverstone has many years of experience in bringing quality greenhouses and related environmentally friendly gardening products into the marketplace from all over the world. They have designed the most comprehensive line of greenhouses to meet the needs of beginning gardeners and professional growers alike, all without breaking the bank. Besides the hobby and professional greenhouses, they are among the few that design Educational Greenhouses that are widely used in residential, school, community garden, and institutional settings. Over the years, they've shifted their focus more and more to American made products.
THE MONT GREENHOUSE LINE
RSI believes in efficiency and simplicity. Their greenhouses are classic, space smart, with wide entrances, expandable, more insulated than most other greenhouses, and made of a heavier aluminum frame and 8mm commercial grade twin wall polycarbonate. There are four models of MONT Greenhouses:
WHICH MONT GREENHOUSE SHOULD YOU CHOOSE
If you are considering a MONT Greenhouse but you are not sure what all it comes with and which one would benefit you the most, the following comparison chart give you the scoop at a glance.
| MONT Standard | MONT Premium | MONT Mojave | MONT Growers Edition | |
| Peak Height | 7'6" | 7'6" | 7'6" | 7'6" |
| Sidewall Height | 4'10" | 4'10" | 4'10" | 4'10" |
| Frame Material | Extruded US grade aluminum, electrostatically painted Black | Extruded US grade aluminum, electrostatically painted Black | Extruded US grade aluminum, electrostatically painted Black | Extruded US grade aluminum, electrostatically painted Black |
| Roof Panel Material | 8mm Twin Wall Polycarbonate | 8mm Twin Wall Polycarbonate | 8mm Twin Wall Polycarbonate | 8mm Twin Wall Polycarbonate |
| Sidewall Panel Material | 8mm Twin Wall Polycarbonate | 8mm Twin Wall Polycarbonate | 8mm Twin Wall Polycarbonate | 8mm Twin Wall Polycarbonate |
| Double Hinged Lockable French Door 6x4 ft | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Built-in Rain Gutter | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Automatic Roof Vents 2x2 ft | ||||
| 8x8 ft greenhouse | 1 | 1 | n/a | 1 |
| 8x12 ft greenhouse | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 8x16 ft greenhouse | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 8x 20 ft greenhouse | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| 8x24 ft greenhouse | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Extendable With 4' Extension Kit | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Folding Workbench on one long sidewall | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Potting Sink | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| Programmable Overhead Watering System | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| Interior Shade Cloth System (Rated at 63%) | ✔ | |||
| Tinted Roof Panels | ✔ | |||
| Solar Powered Ventilation System With Thermostat | ✔ | |||
| Vegibee Mechanical Pollinator System | ✔ | |||
| Light Diffusing & Privacy Wall and Roof Panels | ✔ | |||
| Electric Ventilation System with Thermostat | ✔ | |||
| Commercial Heating System (17,000 BTU) | ✔ | |||
| Drip Irrigation System with Programmable Timer | ✔ | |||
| Size Available | 8x8 ft = 64 sq ft 8x12 ft = 96 sq ft 8x16 ft = 128 sq ft 8x20 ft - 160 sq ft 8x24 ft = 192 sq ft |
8x8 ft = 64 sq ft 8x12 ft = 96 sq ft 8x16 ft = 128 sq ft 8x20 ft = 160 sq ft 8x24 ft = 192 sq ft |
8x12 ft = 96 sq ft 8x16 ft = 128 sq ft 8x20 ft = 160 sq ft 8x24 ft = 192 sq ft |
8x8 ft = 64 sq ft 8x12 ft = 96 sq ft 8x16 ft = 128 sq ft 8x20 ft = 160 sq ft 8x24 ft = 192 sq ft |
| Warranty | 10 Year Limited Warranty | 10 Year Limited Warranty | 10 Year Limited Warranty | 15 Year Limited Warranty |
| Country of Origin | USA | USA | USA | USA |
PROS AND CONS OF RIVERSTONE MONT GREENHOUSES
Riverstone MONT Greenhouse Pros
- DURABLE - The MONT Greenhouse is made of high quality material. The frame is constructed with high grade US extruded aluminum. On average, their greenhouses are 40 pounds heavier than the competitors'. The panels are 8mm twin wall polycarbonate that is virtually unbreakable.
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STURDY - The MONT Greenhouse has good snow and wind ratings if properly installed and anchored.
Snow load: 24 lbs / sq ft
Wind rate: 65 mph - GOOD INSULATION - The MONT Greenhouses are outfitted with the commercial grade 8mm twin wall polycarbonate. So your plants and your utility bills are well protected during the cold seasons.
- NO MAINTENANCE - The frame is electrostatically painted black and contains no lead. No repainting is needed.
- ACCESSIBILITY - The MONT Greenhouses are equipped with a 6x4 ft entrance with a hinged double French door that provides easy access. It's especially handy when you need to move things in and out with a wheelbarrow or potting cart.
- SPACIOUS HEADROOM - The peak height of the MONT greenhouses is 7'6" to accommodate even the tallest gardeners and taller plants. It also helps to dissipate heat.
- EXTENDABILITY - The MONT Greenhouses are designed in a way that you can add a 4 ft extension to increase the space when you need it.
- GOOD MANUFACTURER SUPPORT - Riverstone Industries is standing by to answer any questions you may have and to provide any support you need during the greenhouse installation.
- HIGH VALUE - The MONT Greenhouses are reasonably priced for their quality.
- LONG WARRANTY - The 10 and 15 year limited warranty are a bold guarantee of their quality.
Riverstone MONT Greenhouse Cons
- LIMITED STYLE - The MONT Greenhouses are designed in a style that's classic and has a clean line. If you want something fancier or of a different shape, you will need to look at other brands.
- NO TEMPERED GLASS - If you want a glass greenhouse, the MONT Greenhouses are not for you. They don't offer tempered glass as an alternative glazing.
- INSTALLATION TIME - It can take several days to complete the installation depending on the size of the greenhouse, your skill level, and the number of people involved.
