Dome aftercare

Manufactured between 1969 and 1995, the Basic Model can be identified by the use of aluminium copings (glazing strips), which hold the glass in place. These domes had a galvanised steel frame that was bolted together at the nodal points.

Spares

These domes were obsolete before Solardome Industries took on the business in 1995. Therefore, we do not have any spare parts for basic models.

Basic Model	Diameter	First Built	Discontinued
SD1	10’6”	1969	1994
SD1A	12’6”	1985	1994
SD2	14’6”	1969	1994
SD3	19’6”	1986	1994

Manufactured between 1969 and 1987 (as far as we can ascertain from our records), the Apollo was the only model that was not a dome.

Spares

We no longer have any spare parts for the Apollo and have little information about them.

Manufactured from 1977, the Deluxe Model can be identified by the PVC copings (glazing strips) used to hold the glass in place. They also differ from the Basic Model in that the struts slot into the discs at the Nodal Points, rather than being bolted in.

Spares

We can supply some spare parts for Deluxe Models including copings and struts, but there are no replacement sliding door parts available.

Deluxe Model	Diameter	First Built	Discontinued
Original Series Identified by grey copings, sliding aluminium door (unless SD2A, SD3A or SD4A which had a hinged door with a horizontal bar half-way up), and mill finished (not coated) base plates.
SD1	3.2m / 10′ 6″	1977	2004
SD1A	3.8m / 12′ 6″	1986	2004
SD2	4.4m / 14′ 6″	1977	2004
SD2A	4.52m / 15’	1996	2004
SD3	5.9m / 19′ 6″	1977	2004
SD3A	6.1m / 20′	1997	2005
SD4	7.3m / 24’	1992	2004
SD4A	7.75m / 25′ 5″	2003	2004
“B” Series Identified by grey copings, aluminium single-glazed inset door, and power-coated base plates.
SD2B “Haven / Agena”	4.52m / 15’	2004	2012
SD3B “Retreat / Capella”	5.9m / 19′ 6″	2004	2012
SD4B “Sanctuary / Vega”	7.75m / 25′ 5″	2006	2012
“C” Series Identified by white copings, UPVC double-glazed outset door, and power-coated base plates.
Pod	3.62m / 11′ 10″	2012	In Production
SD2C “Haven / Agena”	4.61m / 15′ 1″	2012	In Production
SD3C “Retreat / Capella”	6.27m / 20′ 7″	2012	In Production
SD4C “Sanctuary / Vega”	8.12m / 26′ 8″	2012	In Production
SD10 “Paradise / Sirius”	10.14m / 33′ 3″	2009	In Production

Renaming

In March 2017, we simplified the naming convention for our current range of glasshouse domes. Across all our markets, each dome now has the same name. The domes named after astronomical stars have been renamed, as defined in the table below:

Old Name	New Name
Pod	Pod (unchanged)
Agena	Haven
Capella	Retreat
Vega	Sanctuary
Sirius	Paradise

A thorough clean of the dome should be conducted at least every six months, ideally quarterly, to prevent the build-up of dirt and debris. Failure to keep the dome clean will result in stain marks and speed up the degradation of the silicone seals.

The glass surfaces, copings and powder coated aluminium should all be cleaned with soapy water to remove the build-up of dirt. No solvent based cleaners or abrasive materials should be used. A telescopic window cleaning brush can be useful for cleaning the top of the dome but should be used with care to avoid damage to the silicone seals. No power washers should be used on the dome. Extra care should be taken to remove dirt and debris around and under the capping discs.

1. Firstly, please identify the model of dome you have. See ‘How to identify your dome’ above. Please note, we do not stock all parts for all older models.
2. Please contact our team on +44 (0)23 8066 7890 or at sales@solardome.co.uk stating the model and parts required. If you are unsure of the model, or the exact parts required, please take photographs and measurements as this will help us to process your request as quickly as possible.