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Product Code: ELI-COM-18
Description
Although just 4ft wide, the 18ft Elite Compact Greenhouse is designed to allow you to create an extremely productive environment with many standard features and an extensive list of accessories.
Powder coated in one of ten different colours, the maintenance free aluminium frame is very strong with an integral base, and its rigidity owes much high tensile bolts and robust eaves that are fitted with corner bars.
Entering the greenhouse through lockable double doors that slide open, you'll discover a superb growing space full of possibilities. Even if you are in a wheelchair or are carrying a heavy load, access is simple over a low threshold.
More doors can be added at the other end to maximize accessibility, when open this will also increase the ventilation that is so necessary during hot weather. This shouldn't however be a problem with four roof vents with the opportunity to add more.
Louvres can also be fitted and automatic openers will save you time and trouble each day, they are also particularly useful if you are away from home when they will prevent the greenhouse from overheating.
Staging and shelving are essential for an enthusiastic gardener and Elite offer an extensive choice both metal and pine. They are available in a large variety of lengths and widths, slatted and braced to suit individual requirements.
You'll find so many ways to personalize your greenhouse, fitting a butt and rainwater collection kit might be one idea but there's such an impressive range of options that you will quickly have a wonderful growing space.
Elite Compact Features:
- Double Doors with Finger Tip Control
- Low Threshold (suitable for wheelchairs and wheelbarrows)
- Integral Base
- Strong Integral Gutters and Robust Eaves
- Four Roof Vents
- High Ridge and Eaves
- Stainless steel, not galvanised, clips to prevent rust
- Maintenance free, rigid aluminium frame, will not rust, warp or rot
- Comprehensive instruction manual
Dimensions:
- Double Door Opening Width: 600mm (2ft 0ins)
- Door Height: 1750mm (5ft 9ins)
- External Height To Ridge: 2.112m (6ft 11ins)*
- External Height To Eaves: 1.553m (5ft 1in)*
- External Width: 1300mm (4ft 3ins)
- External Length: 5640mm (18ft 6ins)
* inc. integral base
Please note that the photographs illustrate a 4ft 3ins x 40ft greenhouse and show both standard features that are listed above and optional accessories that can be purchased separately.
Select Your Options
Limited Time Free Accessory Offer
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with FREE Big Drippa Irrigation Kit
For a Limited Time only, Receive a FREE Big Drippa irrigation kit when ordering this greenhouse. The Big Drippa features a 10-litre water bag with six gravity fed drippers and 5-metres of tubing. -
with FREE Digital Thermometer
For a Limited Time only, Receive a FREE Digital Thermometer when ordering this greenhouse. The thermometer is a handy addition to your greenhouse, keeping you up to date with the temperature inside.
Option 1 > Choose Your Frame Colour
Please select from the following ten frame colours. Milled Silver aluminium is pre-selected by default and is the standard option. However, powder coated frame options are also available at an additional cost.
See our handy details page here for more information on powder coating options.
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with Standard Milled SILVER Aluminium Frame (ALU)
Enjoy your new greenhouse frame in the standard, no extra cost, Milled Silver Aluminium. -
with GREEN Powder Coated Frame (GRE)
Upgrade from the standard frame to a high class, hard wearing, professional green powder coated finish. -
with TERRACOTTA Powder Coated Frame (TER)
Upgrade from the standard frame to a high class, hard wearing, professional terracotta powder coated finish. -
with WHITE Powder Coated Frame (WHI)
Upgrade from the standard frame to a high class, hard wearing, professional white powder coated finish. -
with BLACK Powder Coated Frame (BLA)
Upgrade from the standard frame to a high class, hard wearing, professional black powder coated finish. -
with GRAPHITE Powder Coated Frame (GRA)
Upgrade from the standard frame to a high class, hard wearing, professional graphite powder coated finish. -
with BROWN Powder Coated Frame (BRO)
Upgrade from the standard frame to a high class, hard wearing, professional brown powder coated finish. -
with BERRY Powder Coated Frame (BER)
Upgrade from the standard frame to a high class, hard wearing, professional brown powder coated finish. -
with OLIVE Powder Coated Frame (OLI)
Upgrade from the standard frame to a high class, hard wearing, professional brown powder coated finish. -
with STONE Powder Coated Frame (STO)
Upgrade from the standard frame to a high class, hard wearing, professional brown powder coated finish. -
with MOCHA Powder Coated Frame (MOCHA)
Upgrade from the standard frame to a high class, hard wearing, professional mocha powder coated finish. -
with NAVY Powder Coated Frame (NAVY)
Upgrade from the standard frame to a high class, hard wearing, professional navy powder coated finish.
Option 2 > Choose Your Greenhouse Glass
We offer three different types of glazing: 3mm Horticultural Glass which is pre-selected by default, but you can upgrade to single sheet Toughened Glass or 6mm Polycarbonate Glazing here.
As Horticultural Glass is included in your frame price it is a NO COST option. The additional cost of Toughened Glass or Polycarbonate Glazing is indicated below.
Please Note: Greenhouse glass images below are for guidance only.
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with 3mm Horticultural Glass
Horticultural 3mm float glass as traditionally used in greenhouses. This is the standard minimum specification and is INCLUDED with your frame choice. Provided in traditional panes which are supported using overlapping clips. This type of glass isn't recommended if you have children or pets around due to the more fragile nature.
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with Single Sheet Toughened Glass
Toughened to British Standard Class 6206 Grade A and European Standard EN12150 for maximum light and extra safety. All toughened glass models in this range utilise full sheet glass in the roof and side walls. This makes for a much cleaner line with no build up of moss or algae where the sheets of glass would normally overlap.
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with 6mm Polycarbonate Glazing
As well as the safety element it is a superb insulator, with the air trapped between the inner and outer skin acting as a mini double glazing unit. This will reduce winter heating costs. To aid growing polycarbonate defracts the sun's rays twice as it passes through the twinwall. This effect disperses the light far more evenly around the greenhouse. Supplied in a full sheet format and offers a more opaque appearance.
Option 3 > Bar Capping?
Bar capping is a continuous strip glazing system used instead of glazing clips, this gives a far neater streamlined appearance. It's made from PVC and is UVI treated.
For a more detailed explanation of what bar capping is, see our handy Bar Capping Guide here.
Please Note: Bar Capping is NOT suitable for use with horticultural glass. But is recommended for use with single sheet toughened and polycarbonate glazing.
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with No Bar Capping
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with Green Bar Capping
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with Black Bar Capping
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with Graphite Bar Capping
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with Brown Bar Capping
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with Terracotta Bar Capping
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with White Bar Capping
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with Olive Bar Capping
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with Berry Bar Capping
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with Stone Bar Capping
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with Mocha Bar Capping
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with Navy Bar Capping
Option 4 > Cresting and Finials?
Crestings and Finials are available in either a standard silver milled aluminium or any of powder coated colours depending on your chosen greenhouse frame above.
If required please tick the appropriate check box below to match the colour of the finials to your chosen greenhouse colour finish above.
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with No Cresting or Finials
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with Standard SILVER Cresting and Finials
Finish off the look of your greenhouse with this set of silver milled aluminium finials and cresting. -
with MATCHING Powder Coated Cresting and Finials
If you've chosen to have your greenhouse frame in a powder coated finish, you will receive your cresting and finials to match in the same colour finish with this option.
Option 5 > Additional Rear Double Doors?
Having double doors at the rear of your Greenhouse is very convenient because you will be able to gain access from both ends and walk straight through your Greenhouse with ease.
Please select from the following rear double door options, you can also choose to have Bar Capping.
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with Rear Double Door Silver Aluminium
Add a double door to the rear of your greenhouse in a Silver Aluminium frame. -
with Rear Double Door in Matching Powder Coated Colour
Add a double door to the rear of your greenhouse in the same matching colour as your powder coated greenhouse frame. -
with Rear Double Door in Silver Aluminium WITH BAR CAPPING
Add a double door to the rear of your greenhouse in a Silver Aluminium frame and matching bar capping (bar capping must also be selected above). -
with Rear Double Doors in Matching Colour WITH BAR CAPPING
Add a double door to the rear of your greenhouse in the same matching colour as your powder coated greenhouse frame and matching bar capping (bar capping must also be selected above).
Option 6 > Cambered Door Sill and Support Plate
Should your greenhouse be built on compacted soil or grass we would recommend using the Cambered Door Cill with Support Plate over and under the bottom door rail as this will help spread the load and stops the rail sinking overtime.
Alternatively, wheelchairs and wheelbarrows will be able to access the greenhouse with the minimum of fuss over the low beam when using this ramp cill and support.
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with Matching Colour Cambered Door Cill & Soft Soil Support Plate
100% Off | Save £19.99
We now offer this accessory for FREE.
Once firmly fixed, wheelchairs and wheelbarrows will be able to access the greenhouse with the minimum of fuss over the door rail with this easy access ramp support.
Previously charged at £19.99 throughout 2016.
Option 7 > Delivery Options
Standard Delivery within Mainland England, Wales and Mainland Scotland is Included.
See our guide here on which areas in Scotland are classed as Mainland by our delivery company.
However, delivery to the Scottish Highlands, Remote Areas, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland will unfortunately be charged extra due to transport costs. All Offshore Islands will require a separate quotation.
Delivery Note: Someone must be in attendance on delivery day between 8am - 6pm.
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with FREE Standard Delivery within Mainland UK
Your greenhouse includes VAT and standard delivery within mainland UK, but excludes Offshore Islands, the Scottish Highlands and remote regions of Scotland, which will incur a separate delivery charge. Please use the alternative delivery options if your delivery address is excluded from our inclusive option. Or contact us for a customised quote, including your full address and required greenhouse details.
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with Delivery to SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS and NORTHERN IRELAND (14pct)
Do you need your Elite Greenhouse delivering to the Scottish Highlands, Remote Regions or Northern Ireland? This EXTRA delivery charge will be 14% of the total cost of your Elite Greenhouse order, excluding the cost of any powder coating colour upgrades. PLUS a one-off charge of £30.00 for crating the greenhouse for shipping. The extra delivery charge will be confirmed by e-mail quotation to you within 48 hours. Note: Only available on orders OVER £399.00. -
with Delivery to REPUBLIC OF IRELAND (22pct)
Do you need your Elite Greenhouse delivering to the Republic of Ireland? This EXTRA delivery charge will be 22% of the total cost of your Elite Greenhouse order, excluding the cost of any powder coating colour upgrades. PLUS a one-off charge of £30.00 for crating the greenhouse for shipping. The extra delivery charge will be confirmed by e-mail quotation to you within 48 hours. Note: Only available on orders OVER £499.00.
Option 9 > Discuss with an Elite Technician
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I would like to discuss my order over the phone with an Elite Technician
Please select this option if you would like to discuss your order, greenhouse specification or receive advice on base preparation with a Technician from Elite Greenhouses. This call will not be today but at a convenient time in the future. There is no charge for this call.
Accessories > Ventilation?
Ventilation is essential for any greenhouse no matter the size to ensure that the humidity and temperature inside provides the best growing experience for your new plants.
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with Additional Roof Vent Window in SILVER
Vents in a greenhouse increase air flow and avoid excessive temperatures. It's simple to install, merely adapting one of the existing glass panels on the roof. This is the standard milled aluminium silver version to match the same colour greenhouse frame.
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with Additional Roof Vent Window in MATCHING POWDER COATED COLOUR
Vents in a greenhouse increase air flow and avoid excessive temperatures. It's simple to install, merely adapting one of the existing glass panels on the roof. The vent window will be supplied in the matching powder coated colour as your greenhouse frame chosen above. -
with AutoVent Automatic Roof Vent Opener
The AuotVent is an automatic window-opener. It's able to open and close a roof vent within a certain celsius range to vent your greenhouse when it gets overly hot. One Ventomatic will be required per Vent.
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with Louvre Window in SILVER
A Louvre window lets you install an extra vent in the side of your greenhouse, aiding with ventilation. This 5 Blade Louvre will be supplied in the standard milled aluminium silver frame colour.
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with Louvre Window in MATCHING POWDER COATED COLOUR
A Louvre window lets you install an extra vent in the side of your greenhouse, aiding with ventilation. This 5 Blade Louvre will be supplied in a matching powder coated colour as your greenhouse frame chosen above. -
with Louvre Automatic Opener
When used in conjunction with an Elite Louvre window, this device can be pre-set to open the window as and when needed when the temperature reaches a certain degree.
Accessories > Staging?
These 6ft long staging accessories allow extra workspace along the sides of your greenhouse.
Purchase one set of staging to fit across one side, or two sets to have staging across both sides of your greenhouse.
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with 6ft Long (11inch Wide) 3 Slat Diamond Staging in SILVER
Elite's super strength slatted Aluminium staging can be fitted to any Elite greenhouse through the use of cantilever bracing which is attached directly onto the greenhouse framework with no visible legs, also keeping clear valuable work space underneath.
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with 6ft Long (11inch Wide) 3 Slat Diamond Staging in MATCHING POWDER COATED FINISH
Elite's super strength slatted powder coated staging can be fitted to any Elite greenhouse through the use of cantilever bracing which is attached directly onto the greenhouse framework with no visible legs, also keeping clear valuable work space underneath.
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with a SAVING DISCOUNT by Purchasing a Greenhouse and Staging Together
If you purchase any of these staging units when buying your greenhouse, we can offer an additional saving! Simply tick this option after you have selected your staging to qualify. Saving is only applicable if Staging is selected and won't be honoured otherwise. -
with 6ft Long (19inch Wide) 5 Slat Diamond Staging in SILVER
Elite's super strength slatted Aluminium staging can be fitted to any Elite greenhouse through the use of cantilever bracing which is attached directly onto the greenhouse framework with no visible legs, also keeping clear valuable work space underneath.
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with 6ft Long (19inch Wide) 5 Slat Diamond Staging in MATCHING POWDER COATED FINISH
Elite's super strength slatted powder coated staging can be fitted to any Elite greenhouse through the use of cantilever bracing which is attached directly onto the greenhouse framework with no visible legs, also keeping clear valuable work space underneath.
Accessories > Shelving?
By adding a shelf or two to your greenhouse, you'll have added workspace areas to store small tools, pots and seedlings. Each set of shelves comes complete with the necessary braces to install them to your Elite greenhouse frame.
You may decide to have one set along one side of your greenhouse, or alternatively purchase two sets to fit both sides of your greenhouse.
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with 6ft Long (8inch Wide) 2 Slat Diamond Shelf in SILVER
Diamond shelving offers a strong, simple and practical shelf space which is designed to fit any Elite greenhouse. Each shelf can be adjusted to any height you require and fit to your greenhouse framework with the included diagonal braces. -
with 6ft Long (8inch Wide) 2 Slat Diamond Shelf in MATCHING POWDER COATED COLOUR
Diamond shelving offers a strong, simple and practical shelf space which is designed to fit any Elite greenhouse. Each shelf can be adjusted to any height you require and fit to your greenhouse framework with the included diagonal braces. -
with 3ft Sheet Metal Shelves (Pair) in MATCHING COLOUR
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These 3ft long and 10inch wide aluminium shelves are formed into a tray which sits on top of alloy brackets and can be flat or inverted, depending on use. Convenient drainage points are located at each corner for watering purposes. Includes 2 shelves with fittings. -
with 6ft Long (11inch Wide) 3 Slat Diamond Shelf in SILVER
Diamond shelving offers a strong, simple and practical shelf space which is designed to fit any Elite greenhouse. Each shelf can be adjusted to any height you require and fit to your greenhouse framework with the included diagonal braces. -
with 6ft Long (11inch Wide) 3 Slat Diamond Shelf in MATCHING POWDER COATED COLOUR
Diamond shelving offers a strong, simple and practical shelf space which is designed to fit any Elite greenhouse. Each shelf can be adjusted to any height you require and fit to your greenhouse framework with the included diagonal braces.
Accessories > Hybrid Panels
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with Hybrid Side Panels
Elite's aluminium hybrid panels come as a complete set to replace a section of glazing at the bottom of your greenhouse, offering an extremely strong, virtually unbreakable on-impact durability which is great to protect your greenhouse from being hit or knocked with the lawnmower, stones and pets. Panels will be colour/powder coating matched to your chosen greenhouse options above. Note: Image used for demonstration purposes.
Accessories > Water Systems?
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with Elite Standard Rainwater Kit
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16% Off | Save £6.00
Each kit comprises of pipe work and outlets for one end of each gutter and stoppers to terminate the opposite ends. The system works by collecting the rainwater into a barrel or other designated outlet. Compatible with Elite’s unique half round integral gutter only. -
with Elite 100 Litre Water Barrel and Stand
23% Off | Save £20.00
This compact and slim design water barrel offers a rigid moulded plastic design with a capacity of up to 100 litres (22 gallons). Made to complement the rainwater kit, this barrel ensures the collection of rainwater is a simple task, and when raised on the included stand allows for simple access to the incorporated tap. -
with Elite 210 Litre Water Barrel and Stand
15% Off | Save £20.00
This Elite water barrel offers a rigid moulded plastic barrel design with a capacity of up to 210 litres (46 gallons). Made to complement the rainwater kit, this barrel ensures the collection of rainwater is a simple task, and when raised on the included stand allows for simple access to the incorporated tap.
Accessories > Heating?
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with Electric Palma 2KW Heater
A 2KW Electrical floor-standing heater that is ideal for smaller greenhouse where space is limited. Using the separate digital thermostat you can set temperatures in the range of -50°C to + 99°C with an unrivalled output of 2000 W and air circulation rate of 400 m3/h. This ensures that your greenhouse is always maintained at the right level. -
with Paraffin Heater Super Warm 5
Ideal as a frost heater in larger greenhouses or for more concentrated use in a greenhouse up to 5 square metres, the Super Warm 5 boasts a 4.5 litre capacity fuel tank which will burn continuously for a staggering 3.5 days on one filling.
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with Gas Powered 1.9KW Blue Flame Heater
The blue flame is 1.9KW and needs no electricity supply. The thermostatically controlled gas greenhouse heater comes complete with hose and regulator and is powerful enough to heat the larger range of greenhouses such as 20’ x 10’.
Delivery Information
Fast Free Delivery within Mainland England and Wales Only.
Extra charges will apply to Scottish Highlands and Islands. In some cases we can even deliver outside the mainland e.g. Channel Isles and arrange the VAT element for you. In all instances please contact us today for a personalised quote.
Delivery Period
Delivery will typically be made within 28 working days (Coloured Frames 6 - 8 weeks) but may be extended during busy times of the year. For larger products, the carrier will call and book in a convenient delivery date. For other products, a delivery date will be provided by email from the carrier, which will include a link to allow tracking online.
Vehicles We Use
Items will be delivered on larger lorries which can get to most places it's typically, a 15 ton lorry which is about the size of a dustbin lorry, this will depend on the item that is being delivered and should you have any concerns with restricted access to your property we ask you to contact us prior to placing an order.
Unloading Of Your Delivery
Due to the nature of this product, delivery will be made to the front of the property to the nearest location. Our drivers will not carry these items inside your home or back garden. When the item is delivered on a pallet, the pallet and packaging are non-returnable. Goods can only be manoeuvred on a flat and level surface (i.e. not a gravel driveway) by a pallet truck. On some occasions the driver will split the package to assist with manoeuvring of the item. Once you are happy, we will ask you to check the condition of the goods and sign for the delivery.
Elite Greenhouse Information
Please Note: Some retailers offer non-genuine copies of Elite greenhouse frames or Elite frames along with non-genuine glazing, bases, powder coating, staging and accessories. When purchasing from GardenSite, you are buying 100% genuine and official Elite products including the frame, glazing and accessories. All painted frames are protectively wrapped; all bases are aluminium; all fittings are stainless steel and only high tensile bolts are used.
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