Steel shopfronts in Edinburgh
Steel shopfronts in Edinburgh start from £3,600 plus VAT. Each is made to the measured opening, after a free site survey.
- Guide price, plus VAT
- £3,600 to £11,995
- Lead time
- 5 to 6 weeks after drawing sign-off
How does it work in Edinburgh?
Working in Edinburgh means working with City of Edinburgh Council on planning, and sometimes with a landlord on the lease. We flag both early, so that neither one holds up your opening date.
How much will it cost?
| Opening width | Typical unit | Guide price plus VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 3 m | A typical single shop unit | £3,600 to £5,995 |
| 3 to 4 m | A wider single unit | £4,695 to £7,795 |
| 4 to 5 m | A double-fronted or corner unit | £5,895 to £9,695 |
| 5 to 6 m | A large double unit | £7,195 to £11,995 |
Guide prices, not offers. Your written quotation sets the final figure.
What is worth knowing?
What about the fascia and sign?
We set out the fascia at the same time, so your sign fixings and any shutter box do not clash. Illuminated signs can need advertisement consent, depending on size, position and area.
How is the frontage measured?
We measure the structural opening, not the old frame. Lintel condition, floor level and how square the opening is all get recorded at survey.
Which glass should go in?
Safety glass is needed in doors, side panels and low-level panes. Laminated glass is worth the extra if the street has a history of break-ins.
Will this need planning permission in Edinburgh?
It depends on how much changes. A new layout, new materials or a moved door usually needs permission from City of Edinburgh Council. In Scotland, work can also need a building warrant before it starts, and listed buildings need listed building consent from the council.
What do people ask about steel shopfronts in Edinburgh?
Do you cover the postcodes around Edinburgh?
Yes, including EH1, EH2 and EH3.
Can you add a shutter to the new shopfront?
Yes, and it is best planned now. We can price the frontage and shutter as one job.
Does a new shopfront in Edinburgh need planning permission?
A change to how the frontage looks usually does. City of Edinburgh Council is the council to check with, and we advise at survey.
Is steel stronger than aluminium for a shopfront?
Yes, section for section. It also lets you keep glazing bars slim while holding heavier glass.
Where else do we fit steel shopfronts near Edinburgh?
What else can we do in Edinburgh?
Find out what your frontage will cost in Edinburgh
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