Aluminium Shop Fronts
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Aluminium provides a strong, lightweight and low-maintenance framework for commercial entrances. Combined with suitable glazing, doors and finishes, it creates a modern shopfront that provides visibility while helping businesses create a professional street-facing appearance.
Every shopfront can be designed around the dimensions, layout and requirements of the property.
Contact UK Bespoke Shutter Company to discuss your project and request a free quote for an aluminium shop front.
What Aluminium Shop Front Options Are Available?
Aluminium shop fronts can be configured in different ways depending on the property, entrance and requirements of the business.
Aluminium Shop Fronts with Automatic Doors
Suitable aluminium shopfront systems can incorporate automatic entrance doors where required.
Automatic doors can provide convenient access to busy commercial premises because customers do not need to manually open the entrance.
Powder-Coated Aluminium Shop Fronts
Aluminium frames can be finished in different colours to complement the appearance and branding of the business.
A suitable finish allows the shopfront to coordinate with signage, surrounding architecture and other exterior elements.
Our team can discuss the available options and recommend a configuration suited to your property.
Which Businesses Use Aluminium Shop Fronts?
Aluminium shop fronts are suitable for a wide range of retail and commercial properties.
Aluminium Shopfronts for Retail Shops
Retailers use aluminium shopfronts because the slim frames can accommodate generous areas of glazing.
This provides visibility into the shop and allows merchandise and displays to remain prominent from the street.
Aluminium Shopfronts for Restaurants and Cafés
Restaurants and cafés can use aluminium and glass shopfronts to create bright, customer-facing entrances.
The combination of glazing and aluminium provides a contemporary appearance while allowing natural light into the premises.
Aluminium Shopfronts for Salons and Beauty Businesses
Salons, barbers and beauty businesses often rely on the appearance of their premises to create a strong first impression.
A modern aluminium shopfront can provide a clean exterior while allowing customers to see into the business.
Aluminium Shopfronts for Offices
Aluminium entrance systems can also suit offices and other commercial buildings that require a professional glazed frontage.
Aluminium Shopfronts for Showrooms
Showrooms benefit from extensive glazing because visibility allows products and displays to remain prominent from outside the building.
The appropriate shopfront design depends on the property, customer access requirements and desired appearance.
When Should You Replace an Existing Shop Front?
Businesses may replace an existing shopfront when it becomes damaged, dated or no longer suits the appearance and operation of the premises.
A new aluminium shop front may also form part of a refurbishment, rebrand or fit-out of newly acquired commercial premises.
The condition of the existing entrance should be considered alongside its appearance. Problems with doors, frames or glazing can affect everyday access and the overall presentation of the property.
Changing the shopfront can also provide an opportunity to reconsider the entrance configuration, glazing and colour scheme.
For retailers and customer-facing businesses, this matters because the shopfront forms a significant part of how customers see the premises from the street.
What Are the Benefits of Aluminium Shop Fronts?
Aluminium has several characteristics that make it well suited to commercial shopfronts.
Modern Appearance
Aluminium frames create clean lines that work particularly well with large glazed areas.
This gives businesses a contemporary appearance while keeping products and interiors visible.
Durability
Aluminium provides a strong framework for commercial entrances and performs well in environments where the shopfront is exposed to regular use.
Its resistance to corrosion also makes it suitable for exterior applications.
Low Maintenance
Aluminium does not require the same type of regular painting or treatment associated with some alternative materials.
This makes it a practical option for businesses that want a professional shopfront without excessive ongoing maintenance.
Design Flexibility
Aluminium shopfronts can accommodate different glazing arrangements, entrance configurations and finishes.
This flexibility allows the design to reflect both the property and the requirements of the business.
Colour Options
Different finishes can be used to coordinate the aluminium frames with the branding and appearance of the premises.
This helps businesses create a consistent exterior rather than treating the entrance as a separate design element.
Visibility
Aluminium frames can support glazed shopfront designs that provide clear views into the premises.
Visibility is particularly important for retailers and showrooms because products and displays can attract attention from people passing the property.
How Does Aluminium Shop Front Installation Work?
Our aluminium shop front installation process starts with understanding the property and what the business needs from its entrance.
1. Consultation
We discuss the existing shopfront, preferred appearance, access requirements and any other relevant features.
This establishes the requirements before the shopfront is specified.
2. Site Survey and Measurements
The opening is measured so the proposed aluminium shopfront can be designed around the dimensions of the property.
Accurate measurements are important because the frames, glazing and entrance need to work together as one system.
3. Design and Specification
The shopfront configuration, glazing, entrance and finish are agreed according to the requirements of the project.
The specification can vary considerably between a small retail unit and a larger commercial frontage.
4. Manufacture
The aluminium shopfront is prepared according to the agreed dimensions and specification.
Made-to-measure manufacture allows the system to suit the individual opening rather than relying on standard dimensions.
5. Installation
Our team installs the shopfront and checks the alignment, fit and operation of the entrance.
We aim to complete the work efficiently while minimising unnecessary disruption to the business.
The overall timescale depends on the design, manufacture and installation requirements of the individual project.
How Much Does an Aluminium Shop Front Cost?
The average cost of aluminium shop fronts is between £3000-£10,000+.
The cost of an aluminium shop front depends on its dimensions, design, glazing, entrance configuration, finish and installation requirements.
A simple shopfront with a standard entrance will have different requirements from a larger glazed frontage incorporating specialist doors or additional design features.
Site conditions and the existing storefront can also affect the work required.
For this reason, a generic price per square metre may not accurately represent the final project cost.
UK Bespoke Shutter Company provides quotations based on the actual requirements of the property.
Contact us for an aluminium shop front quote.
Do Aluminium Shop Fronts Need Planning Permission?
Planning requirements depend on the property and the work being carried out.
Replacing or significantly altering a shopfront can require planning permission in some circumstances. Additional considerations may apply to listed buildings, conservation areas and properties subject to specific local planning controls.
Commercial entrances may also need to satisfy applicable requirements relating to matters such as accessibility and building safety.
Requirements vary between properties, so businesses should establish which permissions and regulations apply to their project before work begins.
Where necessary, the relevant local authority can provide guidance on planning requirements for a particular property.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can aluminium shop fronts be made to measure?
Yes. Aluminium shop fronts can be designed according to the dimensions and layout of individual commercial properties.
Can I choose the colour of my aluminium shop front?
Different finishes and colour options are available, allowing the frames to complement the branding and appearance of the premises.
Can aluminium shop fronts include automatic doors?
Suitable aluminium shopfront systems can incorporate automatic entrance doors. The appropriate configuration depends on the property and access requirements.
Are aluminium shop fronts suitable for retail premises?
Yes. Aluminium shop fronts are particularly suitable for retail premises because they combine durable framing with extensive glazing, helping businesses maintain visibility into the shop.
Can an existing shop front be replaced with aluminium?
In many cases, yes. The existing frontage and opening need to be assessed before the new system is specified.
How long does aluminium shop front installation take?
Timescales depend on the dimensions, design, manufacturing requirements and conditions at the property. We can provide a more accurate timeframe once the project has been assessed.
Get a Free Quote for Aluminium Shop Fronts
Looking for aluminium shop fronts?
Tell UK Bespoke Shutter Company about your property, existing frontage and design requirements. We can discuss suitable configurations and recommend an aluminium shopfront solution for your business.
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