Timber and heritage shopfronts on the Isle of Wight
Timber shopfronts on the Isle of Wight start from £3,995 plus VAT. Each is made to the measured opening, after a survey by arrangement.
- Guide price, plus VAT
- £3,995 to £13,995
- Lead time
- Confirmed on your quotation

How does it work on the Isle of Wight?
On the Isle of Wight, the usual route is the same wherever you are: a measured survey, an itemised quotation, then fitting at a time that suits the shop. Towns we cover include Newport, Ryde, Cowes and Sandown. Newport, Ryde and Cowes are the main towns, Sandown and Shanklin have Victorian seaside streets, and there is salt air throughout.
What should you think about first?
What affects the price most?
Width, the number of doors, glass type and any strip-out. A second door or a laminated upgrade moves the figure more than the colour does.
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.
How much will it cost?
| Opening width | Typical unit | Guide price plus VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 3 m | A typical single shop unit | £3,995 to £6,495 |
| 3 to 4 m | A wider single unit | £5,195 to £8,495 |
| 4 to 5 m | A double-fronted or corner unit | £6,595 to £10,995 |
| 5 to 6 m | A large double unit | £8,495 to £13,995 |
Guide prices, not offers. Your written quotation sets the final figure.
Will this need planning permission on the Isle of Wight?
Very likely. Your council will look closely at frontages in conservation areas, and any listed building needs listed building consent as well. Illuminated signs can need advertisement consent, depending on size, position and area. Listed buildings need listed building consent as well.
What do people ask about timber shopfronts on the Isle of Wight?
How much does a timber shopfront cost on the Isle of Wight?
Guide prices start from £3,995 plus VAT. Size, doors and glass set the final figure after a survey by arrangement.
How soon can you fit a timber shopfront on the Isle of Wight?
Lead time is confirmed on your quotation. We book the fitting days around your trading.
Does a new shopfront on the Isle of Wight need planning permission?
A change to how the frontage looks usually does. Your council is the council to check with, and we advise at survey.
Do I need timber in a conservation area?
Not always, but many councils prefer it. Check your council's guidance before you commit, and we can advise what to look for.
Which towns do we cover on the Isle of Wight?
Find out what your frontage will cost on the Isle of Wight
Answer four quick questions for a guide price, then we will talk you through the next step.