The Alton Popular is constructed from selected Canadian Western Red Cedar, a timber renowned for its natural rot resistance and extremely long life outdoors. It will blend attractively into any garden, becoming a feature to admire rather than a building to hide away. All the timber is further protected by pre-treatment in Cuprinol preservative. Ten year Alton frame guarantee.
Most experts agree that cedar wood is the best material for a greenhouse.
Wooden greenhouses don't get as cold or as hot as aluminium ones, so they provide a healthier growing environment. From a practical point of view, it is much easier to fix things to a wooden frame. Securely Anchored Like the larger Altons, the Popular is mounted on heavy concrete base kerbs which provide the necessary substantial anchorage to secure the greenhouse against high winds. All the major sections are supplied pre-assembled and ready grazed, which means you don't have to handle a single piece of loose glass. The large sections simply bolt together through pre-drilled holes, which makes assembly quick and easy.