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Old 09-07-2008, 08:41 PM
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Hi There,

I know I should ask Wilko's but the chances of an accurate and timely response are slim to none. Therefore on the off chance that one of you guys has purchased one of these or one in the same range I am asking you - cos I trust you more!

Greenhouse Double Door 10 x 8ft at Wilkinson Plus

I've convinced my wife that this would be a good purchase (some job that). I want to place it on a concrete base at the foot of our garden.

My questions are thus:

1. Is this a good sturdy greenhouse?
2. Are there holes for bolting it to the ground?
3. Are them peg leg things optional?
4. Are you pleased with yours?

Finally, if anyone else has any recommendations for similar priced models?

I'd appreciate any advice!

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I've got a Norfolk greenhouse which cost £160 and its been up 3 years and anchored to a concrete base and I love it.
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I just looked on the norfolk site and they do look good! Cheap as chips too!

Thanks for the recommendation.

The solar vents look interesting, can't see any manual ones on there!
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So no one has a wilko one?
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nope can't afford such luxuries
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I have a 6 x 8 greenhouse from Focus. Madmax bought it for me a couple of years ago when it was on special offer (okay so I nagged loads) think it cost about 140 quid.

It was put up a year ago Easter time and finally drilled and bolted earlier this year. It is great - no auto vents or anything. My only recommendation for greenhouses would be to buy the biggest you can afford and have space for.

I have read that the polycarbonate sheeting can pop out in high winds.
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hmm, that is a consideration - it gets very windy here. Having said that the palram 2 x 6 one from B&Q has stood up to the elements very well.

I want an 8 x 12, but my wife will be extremely disappointed in me if I get one that big (even though I need it to feed her insatiable cherry tom habit).



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lots of duck tape on the top and bottom of the polycarb sheeting
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I have a 6 x 8 greenhouse from Focus. Madmax bought it for me a couple of years ago when it was on special offer (okay so I nagged loads) think it cost about 140 quid.

It was put up a year ago Easter time and finally drilled and bolted earlier this year. It is great - no auto vents or anything. My only recommendation for greenhouses would be to buy the biggest you can afford and have space for.

I have read that the polycarbonate sheeting can pop out in high winds.
Mine has been ok its been through Hell and High water and all panels are still entact!
The only way they will pop out[by design] is if you leave a door or window open during high winds.
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I am leaning towards norfolk.......
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