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Palram – Canopia 8′ x 16′ Essence Silver Polycarbonate Greenhouse

  • Product SKU: 707154
  • Brand: Palram
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This top-quality 8′ x 16′ Palram – Canopia Essence Silver Polycarbonate Greenhouse is straightforward to set up, durable, and requires no upkeep. It offers ideal conditions for plants to flourish all year long. Crafted expertly using high-impact 4mm twin-wall polycarbonate panels, this spacious greenhouse is entirely unbreakable. The sturdy aluminum frame and rust-resistant galvanized-steel perimeter base provide reliable support to the polycarbonate panels. The light-diffusing twin-wall polycarbonate panels offer 82% light transmission, UV protection, and help in maintaining a consistent temperature by enhancing thermal insulation while reducing exposure to intense sunlight. This ensures plants receive optimum growing conditions, guards the gardener against harmful UV rays, and guarantees the panels won’t fade or discolor under the sun’s rays.

Capable of withstanding winds up to 90km/hr (56ml/hr) and tested for a snow load of 75kg/m² (15.4lbs/ft²), this advanced polycarbonate greenhouse delivers exceptional weather protection for plants and gardening tools. Wide double doors provide easy entry, featuring a low threshold, magnetic closure, and provisions for securing with a padlock to safeguard valuable tools (padlock not provided). The greenhouse is equipped with integrated guttering to supply plants with a sustainable source of water. Additionally, two manually-operated roof vents allow for temperature regulation inside the greenhouse, benefiting both plants and gardeners.

The traditional apex-style roof design adds charm to this greenhouse, offering ample headroom and efficient rainwater runoff. Backed by a reliable 5-year limited warranty and requiring zero maintenance, this stunning glasshouse comes with pre-cut high-impact polycarbonate panels that effortlessly slide into place for an easy assembly. The galvanized-steel perimeter base includes pre-drilled holes for securing the greenhouse to the ground with an anchor kit (anchor kit not included). Free delivery is available to most locations in the UK.

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