Glass entrances and shopfronts
Glass shopfronts and entrances that make a strong first impression: frameless toughened or laminated glass with patch-fitted doors, floor springs and secure locking.
Glass shopfronts and entrances
Glass shopfronts put your products and interior on show and invite people in. A frameless glass entrance, with large panes and minimal metalwork, gives shops, showrooms, restaurants and offices a modern, open look.
Frameless glass shopfronts use 12 mm toughened glass or laminated glass held in floor and head channels, with glass fins for stiffness on taller fronts. Doors are hung on patch fittings and floor springs, with secure patch locks.
For extra security, laminated glass shopfronts hold together if attacked, which helps protect stock out of hours. Framed aluminium shopfronts are also available where insulation or automatic doors are needed.
Glass shopfront specification
- 12 mm toughened or laminated glass
- Patch-fitted frameless glass doors
- Floor springs and secure patch locks
- Glass fins for tall fronts
- Manifestation and branded graphics
How we make glass shopfronts
- Survey. We measure the opening and check the structure and floor.
- Design. We agree panel layout, door position, glass type and locking.
- Manufacture. Glass is cut, notched for fittings and toughened or laminated.
- Install. The glass shopfront is installed, sealed and the doors adjusted.
Choosing a glass shopfront
If your premises need strong security, choose laminated glass shopfronts and robust locks, and consider internal shutters. If the shopfront faces the sun, solar control glass can protect stock and keep staff comfortable.
Planning permission may be needed for new or altered shopfronts, especially in protected streetscapes. Check with your local authority before ordering.
Typical uses for glass shopfronts
- Retail shops and showrooms
- Restaurants and cafés
- Office receptions and lobbies
- Salons and clinics
- Internal shopfronts in shopping centres
Glass shopfront FAQs
Are frameless glass shopfronts secure?
With laminated glass and quality patch locks, they offer good security. Internal shutters add more protection.
Do I need planning permission for a glass shopfront?
Often, yes, for external changes. Check with your local authority.
Can glass shopfronts have automatic doors?
Yes, usually with framed aluminium systems designed for automatic operators.
Can you add our logo to the glass?
Yes. Frosted vinyl or etched manifestation can carry your branding.