Greenhouses

{"category":{"CategoryRewrite":"greenhouses"},"page":1,"totalPages":1,"filterPriceMax":2000,"currentFilterPrice":0,"SEOContent":{"Title":"Greenhouses ","TopDescription":"\u003Cp\u003ELooking for a garden greenhouse that doesn\u2019t break the bank? At Garden Buildings Direct, our British-made \u003Cstrong\u003Ewalk in greenhouses\u003C/strong\u003E are designed with affordability and durability in mind. Need help choosing? Read our \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.gardenbuildingsdirect.co.uk/blog/choosing-a-greenhouse-guide/\u0022\u003EGuide to Choosing a Greenhouse\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhether you\u0027re an experienced gardener or just starting out, our greenhouses provide the perfect space to grow your plants, vegetables, and flowers without the high costs.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EWhy Buy Greenhouses from Garden Buildings Direct?\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cul style=\u0022width: fit-content; text-align: left; margin: auto;\u0022\u003E\r\n \u003Cli\u003EMinimum 10-Year Guarantee on all wooden models\u003C/li\u003E\r\n \u003Cli\u003EBritish-made quality and construction\u003C/li\u003E\r\n \u003Cli\u003EFree GB Delivery on most postcodes\u003C/li\u003E\r\n \u003Cli\u003EExpert customer support from real people\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E","BottomDescription":"\u003Ch2\u003EAffordable Greenhouses for Every Garden\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGrowing your garden - and your gardening skills - is all too simple with a greenhouse. Grow more plants, vegetables and flowers, and tend to them for longer through the year, with the help of this traditional staple of British gardening.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhether you want a full bloom of tomatoes, a spread of leafy vegetables to fill up your salads with, or simply want to try your hand with delicate flowers, a greenhouse can help you level up your growing efforts. Their protected interiors can also be useful stores for your \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.gardenbuildingsdirect.co.uk/garden-tools\u0022\u003Egarden tools\u003C/a\u003E and growing resources.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EGreenhouse Types\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.gardenbuildingsdirect.co.uk/wooden-greenhouses\u0022\u003EWooden Greenhouses\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWooden-framed greenhouses are attractive, superb environments for growing and offer some distinct advantages.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFirst, the wooden frame preserves more heat than their metal counterparts do, which means that heat transfer out of the building is reduced - ideal for keeping your plants warm during winter. Timber is also easier to repair than metal. You can also paint and decorate the wood without limitation, making a wooden greenhouse an attractive addition to any garden.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.gardenbuildingsdirect.co.uk/metal-greenhouses\u0022\u003EMetal Greenhouses\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EA metal greenhouse pairs a lightweight metal frame with an apex roof and glazing panels. This is a tried and tested design, one that has met the needs of gardeners throughout the centuries.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EMetal doesn\u0026rsquo;t retain heat easily, which can be advantageous during warmer periods of the year when you don\u0026rsquo;t want the interior getting too hot, however this does mean that temperatures are not retained as efficiently during the winter.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.gardenbuildingsdirect.co.uk/potting-sheds\u0022\u003EPotting Sheds\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhile not a greenhouse by technical standards, a potting shed performs the same function as a greenhouse but with a design that provides less space for growing and more space for different kinds of functionality.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EUtilising the shape of a typical \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.gardenbuildingsdirect.co.uk/garden-sheds\u0022\u003Egarden shed\u003C/a\u003E, a potting shed is equipped with glazing on one side to allow in natural light for your growing. The other side of the building can be equipped with effective vertical storage for gardening tools and resources, or with more potting shelves - although they won\u0026rsquo;t all get as much light as they would in a regular greenhouse.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EExplore our other options for greenhouses:\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n \u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022/small-greenhouses\u0022\u003ESmall Greenhouses\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n \u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022/polycarbonate-greenhouse\u0022\u003EPolycarbonate Greenhouses\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EDo You Offer Delivery?\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EYes, we offer delivery \u003Cstrong\u003Eacross the mainland UK\u003C/strong\u003E on all our greenhouses! Plus, most English and Welsh postcodes are eligible for completely \u003Cstrong\u003Efree delivery\u003C/strong\u003E, meaning you can get your new greenhouse quickly and without any additional charge!\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor more information on our delivery process and to find out whether or not you can receive free delivery, take a look at our \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.gardenbuildingsdirect.co.uk/help/delivery\u0022\u003Edelivery page\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EHow Can I Contact You?\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENo matter what your query, we\u0026rsquo;re always on hand to help you out. You can contact us either online or by telephone, no matter whether you need a helping hand with choosing your ideal greenhouse or simply prefer to pay over the phone. Fill in our \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.gardenbuildingsdirect.co.uk/help/contact\u0022\u003Econtact form\u003C/a\u003E or simply give us a ring on \u003Cstrong\u003E01909 768840\u003C/strong\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E"},"FAQs":[{"Id":46,"CategoryId":2906,"Question":"How long does a greenhouse last?","Answer":"It depends on the frame and how it\u2019s looked after. Wooden frames last longest when the timber is retreated regularly, and aluminium frames need very little maintenance. Polycarbonate glazing is more impact-resistant than glass, so it\u2019s less likely to break from stray balls or hail.","Position":0,"IsDeleted":false,"FilterId":0,"StoreId":3},{"Id":47,"CategoryId":2906,"Question":"Do greenhouses stay warm in winter?","Answer":"\u003Cp\u003EGreenhouses help trap heat and stay warmer than outside air, \u003Cstrong\u003Eeven in winter\u003C/strong\u003E. However, without insulation or a heater, temperatures can still drop below freezing. To grow plants year-round, you may need to add bubble insulation, thermal mass, or a small heater.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022/wooden-greenhouses\u0022\u003EWooden greenhouses\u003C/a\u003E typically stay warmer than metal ones due to the naturally insulating qualities of timber.\u003C/p\u003E","Position":1,"IsDeleted":false,"FilterId":0,"StoreId":3},{"Id":49,"CategoryId":2906,"Question":"What\u2019s the best greenhouse to buy?","Answer":"\u003Cp\u003EAt Garden Buildings Direct we believe that wooden framed greenhouses with polycarbonate glazing offer the best all-round options. They:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli aria-level=\u00221\u0022\u003EAre sturdy and durable\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli aria-level=\u00221\u0022\u003EAre competitively priced\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli aria-level=\u00221\u0022\u003EMaintain a traditional aesthetic\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli aria-level=\u00221\u0022\u003EAre safer than glass\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli aria-level=\u00221\u0022\u003EMaintain ambient temperature well\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","Position":2,"IsDeleted":false,"FilterId":0,"StoreId":0},{"Id":50,"CategoryId":2906,"Question":"Are home greenhouses worth it?","Answer":"\u003Cp\u003EYou will find a greenhouse worth it if you will commit to growing your own vegetables for food, or you are enthusiastic about growing plants year-round instead of just seasonally. You don\u0027t necessarily have to be able to say you will tend to your plants every single day (ask a friend to water them when you go on holiday), but a greenhouse is a must-have for anyone who is serious about gardening and growing their own produce.\u003C/p\u003E","Position":3,"IsDeleted":false,"FilterId":0,"StoreId":3},{"Id":1079,"CategoryId":2906,"Question":"How Do I Maintain a Greenhouse?","Answer":"\u003Cp\u003EThis depends partly on the material your greenhouse is made out of, with some maintenance general tips shared between the models.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli aria-level=\u00221\u0022\u003EIf you have a wooden greenhouse, maintaining the timber frame will likely be the most important part. Give your greenhouse regular top-ups of \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.gardenbuildingsdirect.co.uk/paints-and-treatments\u0022\u003Ewood paint and treatment\u003C/a\u003E, and make sure any damage to the frame is fixed quickly and effectively.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli aria-level=\u00221\u0022\u003EMetal frames are less maintenance intensive, but you should ensure the galvanised coating remains intact to reduce the risk of rust forming on any steel models. Aluminium makes this less of a concern and just need to be kept clean.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli aria-level=\u00221\u0022\u003ENo matter the frame, ensure the glazing of your building is cleaned regularly and is kept intact. Breakages to the glazing, whether it is glass or the plastic of a \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.gardenbuildingsdirect.co.uk/polycarbonate-greenhouse\u0022\u003Epolycarbonate greenhouse\u003C/a\u003E, means that the seal is broken and heat will be able to escape. Replace any broken glazing as soon as possible, and keep the gaps between frame and glazing tightly sealed.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","Position":4,"IsDeleted":false,"FilterId":0,"StoreId":3},{"Id":1109,"CategoryId":2906,"Question":"What Size Greenhouse Do I Need?","Answer":"\u003Cp\u003EConsider the size of your garden and how many plants you wish to grow.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFor the size, it is important that the greenhouse (with other outbuildings) doesn\u0027t take up more than half of your garden (otherwise it would require planning permission, not to mention the impact on your enjoyment of your outdoors). It also needs to fit somewhere that is level and solid, or can be made that way. \u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFor the plants, think about how much each one will need. Our greenhouses are all tall enough for most of the plants people will want to grow (stopping perhaps at tall trees). Look at the recommendation for how much growing space your plants will need surrounding them, and plan your greenhouse layout from there, leaving yourself plenty of working space.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EOur greenhouses start from just 3 feet deep and 6 feet wide, which provides room for up to 10 standing plants - more if you add tables to have multiple pots growing on top of each other! These compact walk in greenhouses are ideal for small gardens where space is at a minimum.\u003C/p\u003E","Position":5,"IsDeleted":false,"FilterId":0,"StoreId":3},{"Id":1139,"CategoryId":2906,"Question":"Do I need planning permission for a greenhouse?","Answer":"\u003Cp\u003EIn most cases, you don\u2019t need planning permission for a greenhouse as long as it meets permitted development rules. These generally require it to be under 2.5m tall if close to a boundary, not placed in front of your home, and, together with any other outbuildings, not cover more than 50% of the land around your house.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFor full details, read our \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.gardenbuildingsdirect.co.uk/resource/outbuildings-garden-sheds-planning-permission-england/\u0022\u003Eguide to planning permission for garden buildings\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E","Position":6,"IsDeleted":false,"FilterId":0,"StoreId":3},{"Id":1153,"CategoryId":2906,"Question":"What\u0027s the Best Greenhouse Material?","Answer":"\u003Cp\u003EWe offer:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n \u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWooden Greenhouses:\u003C/strong\u003E Natural, insulative, and visually appealing.\u003C/li\u003E\n \u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMetal Greenhouses:\u003C/strong\u003E Durable, lightweight, and low maintenance.\u003C/li\u003E\n \u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPolycarbonate Glazing:\u003C/strong\u003E Safer and more insulating than traditional glass.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ENot sure which suits your needs? \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.gardenbuildingsdirect.co.uk/blog/choosing-a-greenhouse-guide/\u0022\u003ERead our buying guide\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E","Position":7,"IsDeleted":false,"FilterId":0,"StoreId":3},{"Id":1154,"CategoryId":2906,"Question":"What is a Walk In Greenhouse?","Answer":"A walk in greenhouse is one that is tall and spacious enough to stand inside, allowing gardeners to move around, organise plants, and work comfortably. This is opposed to a mini greenhouse, growhouse or polytunnel where you would usually just reach inside and not fully enter it. All greenhouses sold by Garden Buildings Direct are walk-in models, including compact sizes starting from just 3x6 feet.","Position":8,"IsDeleted":false,"FilterId":0,"StoreId":3}]}