Dorset
Aluminium cladding and ACM panels in Dorset
We measure columns, soffits and fascias together on one visit, so that panel joints line up neatly across your Dorset frontage.
Core choice depends on the building, so we confirm the fire requirements for your Dorset premises before choosing a panel. Owners across the South West can ask us to match an existing RAL colour, which keeps a new section in line with the rest of a Dorset building.
What do we offer in Dorset?
How much does it cost in Dorset?
Budget £120 to £260 ex VAT per m². Cladding changes how a building looks, so in the South West we confirm with you whether a planning application is likely for your Dorset unit. We set out every cost in writing before work starts.
Check the planning rules for Dorset
Which towns do you cover?
Common questions
Do you cover all of Dorset?
Yes. ShopFronts UK works across Dorset, including Bournemouth, Christchurch, Dorchester, Poole.
Is ACM cladding safe to use?
It depends on the core and where it is used. In England, metal composite panels with an unmodified polyethylene core are banned from the external walls of buildings of any height. Mineral-filled and solid aluminium options are available. Rules differ in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, so check early.
How do I clean aluminium cladding?
Wash it with water and a neutral detergent, at intervals that suit the site. Avoid abrasive pads and strong solvents. Near the sea or a busy road, wash more often, because salt and traffic film can wear the finish. Follow the coating maker's guidance to keep its warranty valid.
What is the difference between ACM and solid aluminium?
ACM has a core between two thin aluminium skins, so it is lighter, flatter and easier to fold. Solid aluminium sheet has no core, which removes any question about core material, but it is heavier and may need more stiffening on large panels.
Aluminium cladding and ACM panels in Dorset
One contract, written quote and a 10-year workmanship guarantee.