Many thanks for the replies. I built my first greenhouse - circa 1973 - from
wood and glass, but eventually a gale got that one. Now, I am getting a bit
old and arthritiky, so I am after the easy option. Sure, Charlie, I'd love a
huge greenhouse, but space does not permit! One last thing - the website
recommended by Don (http://www.onlinegreenhouses.co.uk/navigation.htm )
reckons that applying silicone sealant to W clips and a few other points
reduces the chance of wind damage.

Thanks again for taking the time
Rake


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After the gales trashed my greenhouse, the insurance company has given me
£550 to spend on a new 8X6 one. Anybody care to make recommendations. B&Q
( http://www.diy.com/diy/jsp/bq/catego...?CATID=8050139 ) have
a
nice looking one with curved perspex eaves, which might (?) make it less
susceptible to wind. However the only greenhouse in the local B&Q
warehouse
looks a bit flimsy - you can move the end wall in and out with fingertip
pressure.
Any advice will be very welcome

Rake