Detailed Specification

Please note: all imperial measurements are approximate and Palram products are made from metric measurements.

Please Note: Because of the lightweight materials, this greenhouse is not suitable for windy or exposed areas. In these circumstances we recommend a glass greenhouse which is heavier and will remain grounded. This greenhouse is also not supplied with a floor, so for greater stability it should be constructed on an appropriate concrete or slab base.

Description

Give yourself a dedicated space to relax and nurture plants with this Palram 8x8 Glory. It is rare to find a greenhouse suited to domestic gardens that is so densely packed with great features and design choices. This ranges from highly robust glazing, that will flex and absorb a hit from a stray ball rather than shatter like most glass, to a vent that opens all by itself in hot weather. These tools give gardeners the freedom they need to get planting without encountering the familiar frustrations of lower-end greenhouses. Read on to explore the details of these features.

Features

The sheer range of features included with the 8x8 Glory can be overwhelming, but we hope to break it down for you here. The greenhouse's upper vent opens automatically, thanks to an ingenious opener system that uses the ambient thermal energy of your greenhouse to open when the interior is overly warm, and contracts with cooler weather. A secondary mode of ventilation is provided by the louvre style vent at the side, which can let in cooler air while keeping a low profile in the greenhouse wall. 

Another welcomed design feature of the 8x8 Glory is its generous eaves height, which offers over six feet of interior headroom even at the lowest heights, reducing the need to stoop when walking inside – and providing plenty of vertical growing space ready for your homegrown plants to string up. A wide single door also contributes to the ease of accessing your greenhouse, and is ideal for larger items or wheelbarrows. The low-threshold ramp into the greenhouse makes pushing a wheelbarrow or entering by wheelchair all that bit easier.

A couple of other features that will subtly improve your experience of gardening are a brush strip that excludes draughts under the door, and an included guttering system that makes collecting any rain that falls onto the Glory's roof a doddle via an added water butt. 

Behind all of these features is the phenomenal build quality that provides a strong and durable foundation for the greenhouse. The aluminium frame used in the Glory is much thicker than lower-end models and is further supported by bars at roof's ridge and eaves. Rather than using glass – which is heavier and can be prone to shattering – the Glory utilises 10mm thick polycarbonate glazing throughout, slightly flexible and highly resistant to impact. This twin-wall glazing is semi-transparent, in order to diffuse direct sunlight and make sure that shadier spots receive more light. 

Accessories

Palram have created an exciting range of accessories for those who would like to specialise their greenhouse and ready it for certain projects. For example, those planting in summer might want to consider the Shade Kit as a way to protect plants from the harshest sunlight.

Other accessories, like the Automatic Louvre Opener, simply increase the ease with which you can nurture plants. Another of our favourites is the Drip Irrigation Kit, which can be used to water plants simultaneously via up to 16 droppers. This is great for thirsty plants that thrive on daily attention, when you lack the time to water each plant individually or want to ensure a steady and even stream of water across the greenhouse.

Additional Details

The Palram 8x8 Glory is delivered flat-packed and assembled by owners at home. While it helps to have some DIY experience, many customers often find building their greenhouse a rewarding way to spend a weekend with a friend or family member. Follow the manufacturer's written instructions close to see the best results.

Customers who have the future in mind will be pleased to know that Palram backs up their claim of excellent build quality with a limited ten-year warranty to set your mind at ease. Check the care instructions provided by the manufacturer to ensure you know the full details for the (very minimal) necessary maintenance and can make sure your coverage is valid.

Key Features

• FREE UK mainland delivery
• Deeper anthracite grey powder-coated aluminium frame that is heavy duty, with added thickness
• Generous interior headroom
• Aluminium door handle that can be fitted with a lock be optimal security
• 10mm twin-wall polycarbonate glazing used throughout, translucent to disperse the sun's gaze and encourage a more uniform climate
• A perimeter base from galvanised steel
• Low maintenance structure that is rust-free 
• UV-protected glazing that does not discolour or yellow with age
• Magnetic door catches to hold door open against frame when desired
• Brush strip on single door to exclude draughts 
• Built-in guttering system to easily collect rainwater in a water butt
• Ten-year limited warranty from manufacturer included as standard (check details prior to purchase to ensure validity)

Delivery

ALL DELIVERIES ARE DELIVERED TO KERBSIDE OR DRIVEWAY.This product is delivered flat packed, direct to your home and is supplied with a set of instructions to support assembly.

If you have ordered more than one item, they may arrive at different times.

For customers in certain areas (e.g. Scotland and Wales) the timescale may be slightly extended. Please note lead times are counted in working days (Monday to Friday) excluding Bank Holidays.

About the Delivery

Towards the end of the timescale (please refer to the website for your chosen product?s lead time), you will receive notification by the courier that your order has been dispatched. Your order will be delivered by one of the following carriers (we are unable to supply information on which carrier is being used for your order): DX, Panther, DPD or Tuffnells.

If delivery is by DX, it is an all-day service (8am to 6pm), you will be contacted with a text message the working day before delivery confirming your delivery date.

If delivery is by Panther, you will receive a text message the working day before delivery with your delivery date and an estimated two-hour time slot.

If delivery is by DPD, delivery information may come by text or email the working day before delivery. On the day of delivery, you will also be contacted with an estimated one-hour delivery window.

If delivery is by Tuffnells, it is an all-day service (8am to 6pm), you will be contacted by email the working day before delivery.

Please note that both elbec and Palram will be unable to supply any further information on your order during this timescale.

Upon Delivery

Your order will be delivered kerbside or on your driveway. Due to health and safety, and insurance liabilities, the driver will not be able to take your goods to the back of your property but upon request may place the product at the side of the house if there are no access issues. This is to avoid risking damage to your property while delivering to an unsafe location. We will not be able to go through your property.

We recommend against arranging for a third party to install the product before its delivery and checking that all parts are present, and we cannot be held liable for any third-party costs caused by delays.