🏪 Aluminium Shopfronts in Newport
S&K Group provides professional aluminium shopfronts services throughout Newport. Bespoke aluminium shopfront design, fabrication and installation for retail and commercial premises.
What Are Aluminium Shopfronts?
Aluminium shopfronts are commercial facade systems constructed from extruded aluminium profiles and glazed with toughened safety glass. They form the street-facing entrance and display frontage for retail shops, restaurants, offices and commercial premises. Aluminium is the preferred material for 80%+ of UK shopfronts due to its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, slim sightlines and design flexibility.
Technical Specifications
- Frame material: 6063-T6 extruded aluminium alloy
- Profile depth: 50mm to 175mm depending on system
- Sightlines: As slim as 45mm for maximum glass area
- Glazing: 6mm toughened, 6.4mm laminated, or 24-28mm double glazed sealed units
- Finish: Polyester powder coating to BS EN 12206 in any RAL colour
- Thermal performance: U-values from 1.5 W/m²K (thermally broken profiles)
- Weather performance: Tested to BS 6375 for air, water and wind resistance
- Security: PAS 24 rated options with multi-point locking
- Door options: Manual swing, automatic sliding, automatic swing, revolving
- Fire rating: 30 and 60 minute fire-rated options available
Benefits of Aluminium Shopfronts
- Durability: 30+ year lifespan with minimal maintenance
- Slim profiles: Maximise glass area and product visibility
- Colour choice: Any RAL colour or dual-colour options
- Low maintenance: Powder coat finish resists fading, chalking and corrosion
- Recyclable: Aluminium is 100% recyclable without quality loss
- Versatile: Suits any architectural style from modern to heritage
- Secure: Robust framing with multi-point locking systems
- Energy efficient: Thermally broken profiles reduce heat loss
Aluminium Shopfront Costs
| Size | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Small (3-4m wide) | £2,500 – £4,500 | £4,500 – £6,500 |
| Medium (5-7m wide) | £4,000 – £7,500 | £7,500 – £11,000 |
| Large (8-12m wide) | £7,000 – £12,000 | £12,000 – £18,000 |
Prices include survey, design, fabrication, installation and VAT. Automatic doors, roller shutters and signage are additional.
Our Installation Process
- Free site survey — We measure, photograph and assess the structural opening
- Design & specification — CAD drawings, colour selection, glazing and door specification
- Fabrication — Precision-manufactured in our UK workshop (2-3 weeks)
- Demolition — Existing shopfront removed and disposed of responsibly
- Structural work — New steelwork or lintels installed if required
- Installation — New shopfront fitted, glazed and sealed (typically 1-2 days)
- Finishing — Door hardware, locks, signage and snagging
- Handover — Keys, maintenance guide and guarantee documentation
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does shopfront installation take?
From survey to completion, typically 3-4 weeks. The on-site installation is usually completed in 1-2 days for a standard shopfront.
Do I need planning permission?
In most cases, replacing a shopfront like-for-like does not require planning permission. However, changes to the size of the opening, new signage or properties in conservation areas may require approval. We can advise on your specific situation.
What guarantee do you provide?
All our shopfronts come with a 10-year frame guarantee, 5-year powder coating guarantee and 5-year sealed unit guarantee. Our workmanship guarantee covers the installation itself.
