30 Foot Dome

30 Foot Geodesic Dome Greenhouse Kit by KingDome

Highlights

• Comes in two heights with 706 square feet of floor area
• Growing capacity of 7–8 people
• Includes heavy-duty connectors and two vents
• Kit includes a standard framed frequency door

Specifications

• Length / Diameter: 30 ft.
• Floor Area: 706 sq. ft.
• Volume (Version 4): 1,073.74 cu. ft.
• Floor Height: 12.25 ft. (3V) | 14.16 ft. (4V)
• Ridge Height: 15.25 ft. (3V) | 17.16 ft. (4V)
• Height with Base (3V): 15 ft. (includes 2 ft. base)
• Base Height Options: 2 ft. or 3 ft.
• Weight (Version 4): 909 lbs.

KingDome’s 30-Foot Geodesic Dome Greenhouse Features

The KingDome 30-foot size arrives with 706 square feet of floor area. Owners can choose between heights of 12 feet 3 inches for the 3V model or 14 feet 2 inches for the 4V style. Each includes a base of either 2 or 3 feet. Growing capacities cover fresh food production for 7 to 8 people. Frame features include heavy-duty connectors. Door options include a standard framed frequency entrance. Two standard vents are also included. Selection of covering options begins with 12 mil interwoven reinforced polyethylene, with options to add a second layer or upgrade to 3–5 mm hard-sided dual-layer Solexx polyethylene covering.

Plans for the greenhouse come in kit form. Customers can install it themselves, have a supervisor assist their crew, or go with full-crew installation. Shipping is available to destinations in the lower 48 states, Alaska, and worldwide. For those who qualify, financing is available through Acorn.

What Is the 30 Foot Geodesic Dome Greenhouse?

This greenhouse kit from KingDome features the classic geodesic dome shape. Designed around a triangular framework, the dome consists of eco-treated 2x6 base framing and treated 2x4 struts. Heavy-duty connectors hold the structure together. The kit provides coverage for 706 square feet. Its 30-foot diameter makes it a middle-of-the-road option among available sizes—offering enough space for many households or small-scale growers who find smaller greenhouses too limiting but don’t need the expansive coverage of commercial models. The kit can be customized with available options and includes several choices for installation support.

Key Features of the 30 Foot Dome

• Floor Area & Height Options: The 3V and 4V models each offer 706 square feet of floor area. The 3V has a height of 12 feet 3 inches and the 4V style comes with 14 feet 2 inches. Each model comes with a base of 2 or 3 feet.
• Covering Choices: Kits include a standard covering of 12 mil interwoven reinforced polyethylene. Buyers can add a second layer of the same material or upgrade to covering options of 3–5 mm hard-sided dual-layer Solexx polyethylene.
• Doors & Ventilation: Included with the kit is a standard framed frequency door. Available door upgrades consist of a 36x80 9-lite entry door or a 60x80 French door. Two standard vents come with the kit.
• Frame Details: Framing comes with heavy-duty connectors. Eco-treatment is applied to both the 2x6 base framing and 2x4 struts.
• Growing Capacity: Owners can grow enough fresh food to supply 7 to 8 people.
• Installation Paths: Self-installation of the kit is possible. Alternatively, buyers can have a supervisor work with their crew or hire a full crew to do the installation. Visit the Options and Installations pages for more details.
• Shipping & Custom Work: KingDome ships to the lower 48 states, Alaska, and worldwide. Buyers living outside of the lower 48 will see additional charges depending on the location. Custom features are available upon request. Financing through Acorn is available.

Benefits of the 30 Foot Geodesic Dome Greenhouse

Spacious interior coverage creates room for expanded planting beds, wider paths, and more crop variety when compared to smaller greenhouse models. Choices of door and covering allow buyers to fine-tune the greenhouse to suit daily needs and local climate. Greenhouse kit owners who wish to be hands-on can install their purchase themselves. Those who would rather leave it to professionals can select an installation path with support from experienced crews. Families or groups of around 7 to 8 people should find it easy to grow a significant portion of their own fruits and vegetables during the growing season. Eco-treated framing and connectors ensure long life and durability. Financing options and extensive shipping destinations make this model accessible to buyers across the United States and beyond.

Why Choose a Geodesic Dome Greenhouse?

Triangles are strong structural shapes. Geodesic domes take that principle and repeat it throughout the structure in the form of interconnected triangles. Stress and loads are not focused in one area but rather dispersed through the frame. The rounded shape also promotes natural airflow. Plus, because there are many angles for sunlight to enter the structure throughout the day, the interior climate is more even than what is found in many rectangular greenhouses. Gardeners and growers who want an efficient use of space in a straightforward kit should take notice of the geodesic dome.

Growing Applications

Growing applications for this dome include large backyard gardens, homestead-sized food production, and small farm or community growing sites. It has capacity for families or groups of roughly 7 to 8 people. Off-grid applications and education-themed growing projects also make use of this particular greenhouse (provided sites have suitable preparation to maximize success).

DIY and Installation Options

KingDome allows owners to put the dome together themselves. Owners who need assistance can have a supervisor work with their crew, or purchase a full-crew installation. Buyers can obtain architectural drawings and learn about permits on the website. Remember that covering cannot be installed until outdoor weather conditions are suitable. Estimates and requirements can be found on the Installations page.

Important Note about shipped orders: If buyers opt for the 3V model, they will need to purchase a 2x4x120 board from a local building supply outlet for use in constructing the top portion of the door. The shipping crate isn’t long enough to fit this board inside.

Greenhouse Covering Options

The standard greenhouse covering is 12 mil interwoven reinforced polyethylene. Buyers can add a second layer of polyethylene or upgrade to a hard-sided dual layer of Solexx polyethylene that is 3–5 mm thick.

Who Is This Greenhouse For?

This KingDome greenhouse is great for home gardeners ready to move up from smaller kits, homesteaders, and growers who want or need approximately 700 square feet of sheltered growing space. The dome will also fit the needs of families or partnerships of 7 to 8 people. Flexible installation options accommodate both DIYers and those preferring professional setups.

How to Choose the Right Greenhouse Size

Consider property space, how many mouths you need to feed, what crops you want to grow, and how you wish to handle installation. As a middle-ground option, KingDome’s 30-foot greenhouse will meet the needs of many families and small agricultural businesses. However, if your needs change or you simply want more space, larger models are available. If you need less space, smaller sizes are available.

People Ask For 30 Foot Dome

What is the floor area of the 30 foot KingDome?

706 square feet. Both the 3V and 4V styles offer this amount of floor area.

What heights are available?

There is a height of 12 feet 3 inches for the 3V model and 14 feet 2 inches for the 4V model. This does not include the base, which is 2 or 3 feet high.

What covering options does the kit come with?

Customers get standard 12 mil interwoven reinforced polyethylene covering. They can add a second layer of polyethylene or purchase an upgraded 3–5 mm thick dual layer of hard-sided Solexx polyethylene.

How many people can it supply with produce?

It produces enough fresh food for 7 to 8 people.

What door options and vents come with the kit?

Buyers receive a standard framed frequency door. Upgrades include a 36x80 9-lite entry door and a 60x80 French door. Buyers also receive 2 standard vents.

Do I need to supply anything when I order for shipping?

Yes. Buyers who order the 3V model will need to get a 2x4x120 board from a local building supply store for the top part of the door, as the shipping crate is not long enough to accommodate that board.

Can I install this greenhouse myself?

Yes. Owners can install the dome themselves. They can also hire someone to supervise their crew or pay KingDome for a full-crew installation.

Where does KingDome ship to?

The company ships to the lower 48 states, Alaska, and worldwide. Shipping, crating, and handling are extra costs that vary by location.

Does KingDome offer financing?

Yes, buyers can receive financing through Acorn.