Rowlinson Growhouse 8x6
Half shed, half greenhouse, all timber
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Is the Rowlinson Growhouse 8x6 any good?
With 3.8 out of 10, the Rowlinson Growhouse 8x6 ranks 34 of 38 in our comparison. Strengths: Solid timber lower walls keep frost out better than glass, Works as a potting shed as well as a greenhouse. Weakness: Much less light than a fully glazed greenhouse. Best for: Gardeners who want a potting shed and a place to raise seedlings in one building.
In short
The Rowlinson Growhouse 8x6 is a dip-treated timber building with 12 mm shiplap cladding, a felted roof with two twin-wall polycarbonate panels, opening and fixed plastic windows and a hinged door with a rim lock.
Best for: Gardeners who want a potting shed and a place to raise seedlings in one building
What we like
- Solid timber lower walls keep frost out better than glass
- Works as a potting shed as well as a greenhouse
- Plastic windows are safe if they get hit
What we don't
- Much less light than a fully glazed greenhouse
- The window spec differs between listings, so check before you buy
- No warranty published on the shop page
Specifications
| Type | Growhouse |
|---|---|
| Glazing | Plastic cover |
| Frame | dip-treated timber, 12mm tongue and groove shiplap cladding |
| Size | 6 x 8 ft (2.0 x 2.5 m) |
| Floor area | 4.9 m² |
| Ridge height | 2.47 m |
| Eaves height | 1.83 m |
| Roof vents | not published |
| Side vents or louvres | 5 |
| Door | hinged single door with rim lock |
| Base included | not published |
| Gutters included | not published |
| Automatic vent opener | not published |
| Snow load | not published |
| Weight | not published |
| Maker's guarantee | not published |
Sources: the maker's specs, specialist retailers and the product page on Amazon.co.uk. If a value is missing, we found it published nowhere.
Score: 3.8 out of 10
Worked out from the specs above. How we score.
Rowlinson Growhouse 8x6: common questions
Is the Rowlinson Growhouse 8x6 any good?
With 3.8 out of 10, the Rowlinson Growhouse 8x6 ranks 34 of 38 in our comparison. Strengths: Solid timber lower walls keep frost out better than glass, Works as a potting shed as well as a greenhouse. Weakness: Much less light than a fully glazed greenhouse. Best for: Gardeners who want a potting shed and a place to raise seedlings in one building.
How big is the Rowlinson Growhouse 8x6?
It measures 6 x 8 ft (2.0 x 2.5 m), which gives you 4.9 m² of floor space. The ridge stands 2.47 m high.
Does the Rowlinson Growhouse 8x6 need a base?
No, it does not need a solid base. Stand it on level ground and anchor it against the wind with ground pegs or weights.
What guarantee comes with the Rowlinson Growhouse 8x6?
We found no maker's guarantee. You still have your statutory rights under the Consumer Rights Act from the retailer.
How much does the Rowlinson Growhouse 8x6 cost?
The last price we saw was £1,000, roughly £204 per m². Greenhouse prices often climb in spring, and the retailer shows the current price.
Alternatives to the Rowlinson Growhouse 8x6
A modern black 6x8 with toughened glass
A tall aluminium lean-to with a louvre
A square 8x8 with double doors
What you will need with it
Kit that plenty of buyers add to their basket. Affiliate links to Amazon.co.uk, how that works.
