About Our Greenhouse Shading and Clips
We stock 11 shading and fixing products from three trusted manufacturers: Elite, Vitavia, and Palram Canopia. Prices start from £14 for a pack of Elite Lining Hooks and go up to £99 for a complete Elite Netting and Clips kit. Every product is in stock and ships free to UK mainland addresses.
The range covers three jobs. Shade netting and curtains reduce solar gain and protect foliage from scorch during the hottest months. Clips, hooks, and spacers secure netting or bubble wrap insulation to standard aluminium glazing channels. And plant hangers and tying eyes help you organise growing space inside the greenhouse frame. If you are setting up a new greenhouse, browse our full Greenhouse Accessories range for everything else you need.
All our clips use a twist-and-lock mechanism that slots into standard aluminium channels and turns 90 degrees to grip. They fit Elite, Vitavia, and Halls frames without modification. The same clips hold shade netting in summer and bubble wrap insulation in winter, so you get year-round value from a single purchase.
Why We Chose This Range
"We tested dozens of clip designs over the years and kept coming back to the Elite twist-lock style. They grip properly, they don't crack after a couple of seasons, and they work on virtually every aluminium frame we install. The Vitavia Curtain Shading is the best fabric option we've found for the price. Rot-proof, UV-stable, and easy to fit without help."
— Matt, Founder of Greenhouse StoresChoosing Your Shading: Quick Guide
Your choice depends on how much control you want over light levels and how often you want to adjust things.
Shade netting clips on and off in minutes. It reduces solar gain by up to 50% while still allowing airflow. This is the best option if your greenhouse runs hot in summer but you still want full light in spring and autumn. The Elite Netting 20ft x 6ft kit at £99 covers most standard greenhouses and comes with 30 clips included.
Curtain shading sits inside the greenhouse and can be drawn across or pulled back as conditions change. The Vitavia Curtain Shading at £36 is rot-proof and fits internally using screwhooks.
Shading paint is a fit-and-forget option. You brush or spray it onto the outside of the glass in late spring and wash it off in autumn. It gives consistent coverage but you cannot adjust it day to day.
💡 Tip: Buy more clips than you think you need. Space them every 300mm along the glazing bar for a secure fit. Loose netting flaps in the wind and wears through faster.
🔧 Matt's Installation Tip: Dual-Purpose Clips
Fit your clips once in spring and leave them in the channel year-round. Swap shade netting for bubble wrap in October without removing a single clip. This saves time and avoids the risk of cracking the glazing bars by repeatedly inserting and twisting clips.
Frequently asked questions
Why do I need greenhouse shading?
Shading stops internal temperatures exceeding 30°C in direct sun. Above that threshold, most vegetable and flower crops stop growing and leaves scorch. A 50% shade net or curtain keeps the temperature in the productive 20–27°C range while still letting enough light through for photosynthesis.
What is the difference between shade netting and shading paint?
Netting clips on and off; paint stays until you wash it. Shade netting gives you daily flexibility because you can remove it on overcast days. Paint is easier if you want zero maintenance through summer, but you lose the ability to adjust light levels until autumn.
Do these clips fit my greenhouse?
They fit all standard aluminium-framed greenhouses. Our Elite clips work with Elite, Vitavia, and Halls glazing channels. The twist-and-lock design grips any standard aluminium bar. If you have a wooden or polycarbonate-panel greenhouse, you may need an alternative fixing method.
Can I use the same clips for winter insulation?
Yes, the clips hold bubble wrap just as well as netting. Leave them in the glazing channel year-round and simply swap the material in autumn. Our Elite Bubble Plastic kit at £79 includes 30 clips and enough film for a standard 6x8ft greenhouse.
How many clips do I need?
Roughly one clip every 300mm along each glazing bar. A standard 6x8ft greenhouse uses around 50–60 clips. Our packs of 10 at £22 each let you buy exactly the quantity you need without waste.
What are tying eyes and plant hangers for?
Tying eyes bolt to the greenhouse frame for training climbers. They give tomatoes, cucumbers, and climbing beans a secure anchor point at roof height. Palram Plant Hangers at £17 hook over the glazing bar to suspend hanging baskets without drilling.
Do you offer free delivery on shading products?
Yes, all orders ship free to UK mainland addresses. Items dispatch within 1–3 working days. Clips and hooks arrive via Royal Mail; netting kits ship via courier.
Need Help Choosing the Right Clips or Shading?
Our team installs greenhouses every week and knows exactly which fixings work best for your model. Call us free on 0800 098 8877.