Berkshire
Steel shop fronts in Berkshire
A steel frontage needs a sound opening, so we check the lintel and fixing points on your Berkshire premises before any design work starts.
If your Berkshire premises sit near the coast or in a damp spot in the South East, we specify the coating or stainless grade to suit. Heavy frames need planning for delivery and lifting, so we look at road access, parking and pavement width outside your Berkshire shop.
What do we offer in Berkshire?
How much does it cost in Berkshire?
Expect £5,495 to £13,995 ex VAT for a typical frontage. Steel's industrial look can divide opinion, so ask early how the local planning authority for Berkshire is likely to view the design. We set out every cost in writing before work starts.
Check the planning rules for Berkshire
Which towns do you cover?
Common questions
Do you cover all of Berkshire?
Yes. ShopFronts UK works across Berkshire, including Bracknell, Maidenhead, Newbury, Reading.
Is steel stronger than aluminium for a shop front?
Yes, steel is much stiffer and stronger for the same section size. That allows slimmer bars over a given span, or taller glazing. The trade-off is weight: steel frames need stronger fixings, a solid opening and more people to lift them into place.
Will a steel shop front rust?
Not if it is protected and looked after. External mild steel should be galvanised and powder coated, and any chips should be repaired before water reaches the metal. Near the sea, ask about grade 316 stainless, which copes better with salt, and rinse it down regularly.
Do I need planning permission for a steel shop front?
Usually yes in England, if it materially changes the look of the building. Industrial styling can be contentious on traditional streets, so raise it early. Rules differ in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, and our drawings can support an application for the council to decide.
Steel shop fronts in Berkshire
One contract, written quote and a 10-year workmanship guarantee.