Aluminium cladding and ACM panels Kent

Scaffold or tower access may be needed, and we build that into the quote so owners in the South East see the full cost of a Kent job. Cladding changes how a building looks, so in the South East we confirm with you whether a planning application is likely for your Kent unit.

What do we offer in Kent?

Perforated panelsPerforated sheet can screen plant or add a pattern, with optional backlighting.

Mineral-filled coreA mineral-filled core gives a much better reaction to fire class than a polyethylene core, and it is often the starting point for external walls.

ACM panelsTwo aluminium skins and a core make a flat, light panel that is easy to rout and fold into trays.

How much does it cost in Kent?

As a guide, allow £120 to £260 ex VAT per m². Owners across the South East can ask us to match an existing RAL colour, which keeps a new section in line with the rest of a Kent building. Your written quote shows travel, access and any out-of-hours work.

Check the planning rules for Kent

Which towns do you cover?

Common questions

Do you cover all of Kent?

Yes. ShopFronts UK works across Kent, including Ashford, Canterbury, Chatham, Dartford.

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.

Do I need planning permission for shop cladding?

Usually yes in England, if the cladding materially alters how the building looks. Recladding a fascia like for like may not need it, but a new colour or material across a facade usually will. Rules differ in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, and listed buildings need extra care.

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.

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Aluminium cladding and ACM panels in Kent