Steel shop fronts East Sussex

A steel frontage needs a sound opening, so we check the lintel and fixing points on your East Sussex premises before any design work starts. If your East Sussex premises sit near the coast or in a damp spot in the South East, we specify the coating or stainless grade to suit.

What do we offer in East Sussex?

Slim steel framingNarrow bars form a grid of panes, giving the dark-framed look often seen in warehouse conversions.

Fire-rated steel screensTested steel screens with fire-rated glass can divide a shop from a shared escape route or adjoining unit.

Security-rated steelFrames and doors can be specified to PAS 24 or LPS 1175 for premises with a higher risk of attack.

How much does it cost in East Sussex?

The guide price is £5,495 to £13,995 ex VAT for a typical frontage. Restaurant and showroom owners in the South East who want slim dark bars can see the grid drawn out for their East Sussex frontage before ordering. Your written quote shows travel, access and any out-of-hours work.

Check the planning rules for East Sussex

Which towns do you cover?

Common questions

Do you cover all of East Sussex?

Yes. ShopFronts UK works across East Sussex, including Brighton, Eastbourne, Hastings, Lewes.

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.

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.

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.

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Steel shop fronts in East Sussex