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Virtually every greenhouse made these days is designed for DIY erecting.
If this job seems too daunting, you will probably find that the firm you bought it from will offer an installation service, or they can recommend someone to carry out the work for you.
If you decide to DIY you’ll find that the greenhouse kit will come complete with (usually) a comprehensive instruction book.
For example details on exact base dimensions, should you be building a brick or block base.
There’ll be drawings of all the bits and pieces and each large component; whether a door, vent, side or gable end will have a section in the book devoted to it.
These main components will also be packed and taped together – so when sorting them out, don’t get the bits muddled up!
Before any glazing is undertaken it’s most important to check that the building is square. If it’s not you will have problems, particularly with the roof.
Personally I don’t like to anchor the beast down, or screw it down to a base, before I have glazed the roof. If it’s out of square it’s too late to move it!
ANCHORING
Most greenhouses either come with ground-anchors or corner base stakes that are let into holes, which on completion are filled with concrete.
Alternatively, if the building is going down on existing concrete or on a prepared brick, timber or block base, there’ll be base brackets in the kit. These are attached to the base cill and then screwed down into plugs.
GLAZING
If you are glazing with 3mm thick horticultural glass just be careful. There are sharp edges and some manufacturers recommend handling this type of glass with gloves, to protect your hands.
Most domestic greenhouses use different types of clip to hold the glass in – with some of them there’s a definite knack in securing them.
Toughened glass is easier to handle than horticultural. The edges and corners are smoother. As with all glass though, toughened glass will still break if you drop a piece or if a sheet blows over in the wind!
Take your time during installation
Read the instructions carefully
Ensure that the base is level and square
Do not attempt installation during very windy weather
Make up each component as per the instruction book – follow their sequence of building
Handle all glass with care
If you do hit a snag e.g. certain holes don’t line up as they should, or the glass seems the wrong side, chances are that it’s your fault! Most greenhouse manufacturers offer a help-line, or the firm you purchased it from, should be able to sort most problems out
It’s a satisfying job – you should be proud when it’s completed!
Incidentally, when we sell a ‘self-erect greenhouse’
No, I don’t mean one that puts itself up on its own!!,
I mean a greenhouse that a customer is installing,
We always tell them that we are just a phone call or email away, if they come across a problem that they can’t resolve.
And – apologies to the Fast Show – we get very few panicky phone calls – ‘ Which is nice’.
Best of luck |
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GROW YOUR OWN
It's been noiceable this year the interest in 'grow your own'. Our 2 greenhouses at home are packed with all sorts, mainly edible!
Remember if obtain a price from another supplier email or call us and we'll try and match it. We offer LOTS of advice and won't leave you in the lurch.
We can offer 30% off all Alton cedarwood packages this month AND 20% off all Robinsons package offers ! See pages ofr details or give us a call 01208 821 350
Check out our new 2.7 diameter wooden framed geodesic dome for just £1,150 inc VAT and delivery. We can, more or less, make them in various other sizes. Give Richard a call on 01208 821 350 or email us.
Bespoke 'custom-made' greenhouses
Lots of interest in custom-made greenhouses. Best to give us a call or email to discuss your proposals.
CHOICE OF GREENHOUSES
We have a small selection on the website but can always work out a special package/price for you.
Remember we know what we are talking about. We've been in the industry for many many years ! We're not just interested in selling in vast volumes at knockdown prices - we treat each order on a very individual manner. We can supply a wide range including Robinsons, Cambridge, Janssens, FAWT, Elite and others. Remember we have been in the industry for well over 20 years.
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