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Produce => Under Glass => Topic started by: jonny on February 09, 2007, 14:15:00

Title: Crittall Greenhouse + glazing cord (gasket)
Post by: jonny on February 09, 2007, 14:15:00: I have erected a second hand CRITTALL greenhouse. I am in need of glazing cord (gasket) approx 4mm in diameter but I am having troube finding it anywhere as Crittall no longer exist. Can anyone please recommend a suitable alternative.

thanks in advance

jonny
Title: Re: Crittall Greenhouse + glazing cord (gasket)
Post by: Larkshall on February 09, 2007, 15:03:09: Most greenhouses have glass bedded on 4 or 5mm synthetic rubber or plastic tube. Is this what you are looking for? Cord would seem to suggest a woven or spun item. If you are looking for the latter, I would suggest trying nylon cord (the type thats used for tent guyline).
Title: Re: Crittall Greenhouse + glazing cord (gasket)
Post by: euronerd on February 09, 2007, 20:14:02: I've heard it said that some sort of silicone sealant applied with a standard gun will do the job, but I can imagine you might have problems removing it if you have any breakages in the future.

Geoff.
Title: Re: Crittall Greenhouse + glazing cord (gasket)
Post by: Rexie06 on April 17, 2010, 15:53:05: A bit late in posting a reply but I have just had the same problem. I bought a Crittall Highlight lean-to Conservatory on e-Bay and am just erecting it. I have just bought the seal.. 4mm dia closed cell expanded neoprene from Delta Rubber, New Milton, Hampshire.

Best Regards,
Rex