Smart Shopline Aluminium Shopfronts | Commercial

Shopline aluminium shopfront doors

Shopline aluminium shopfront doors by Smart are designed for high-traffic commercial environments that demand both performance and visual appeal. Manufactured in-house by Direct Trade Windows, these doors combine robust construction with slim sightlines—ideal for retail units, showrooms, offices, and public buildings. Built from high-quality aluminium, the Shopline system supports wide glazing spans, making it perfect for showcasing products and creating welcoming entrances.

Whether you're an architect specifying for a commercial project or a business owner upgrading your premises, our Shopline doors deliver excellent thermal and security performance with a clean, modern aesthetic. Backed by our technical expertise and hands-on support, these doors are custom-made to your exact requirements, ensuring smooth operation, lasting durability, and total peace of mind.

Key Features:

Robust system: Built for commercial use with high durability and performance
Slim sightlines: Maximise glass area for visibility and natural light
Custom configurations: Single, double, or automatic door options available
In-house manufacturing: Precision built to your spec with consistent quality
Excellent security: Compatible with a wide range of locking and access systems
Flexible design: Wide colour range and integration with Smart’s shopfront framing

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Technical Specifications
Colours & Finishes

Technical Specifications

System Type: Non-thermal aluminium screening and door system
Sightlines: Slim 50mm profile for a modern commercial aesthetic
Door Options: Swing, rebated, auto swing, and auto sliding doors
Max Door Size (Swing): Up to 1100mm wide x 2500mm high (with concealed overhead closer)
Door Weight (Swing): Up to 110kg with Adams Rite ARC-51 concealed closer
Fabrication: Mechanical corner brackets for strength (no welds)
Compliance: DDA & Document M compliant options available (e.g. low thresholds, anti-finger trap)
Finish Options: Polyester powder coating (BS 6496), anodised finish (BS 3987)
Profiles: Aluminium alloy 6063 T6 (BS 1474 standard)
Weather Performance: Includes drainage trays and corrosion-resistant fixings
Automation Compatible: Designed to accommodate auto-swing, sliding & telescopic door operators

Glass Options

All our aluminium shopfront doors are available with a choice of high-performance glazing to suit your project requirements:

Double-glazed sealed units — standard specification for thermal efficiency
Triple-glazed units — enhanced thermal and acoustic performance
Acoustic laminated glass — for noise reduction in urban and roadside locations
Solar control glass — reduces heat gain and glare while maintaining natural light

We specify the optimal glass configuration for each project based on thermal performance, acoustic requirements and Building Regulations compliance.

Cross-section of aluminium shopfront door frame with glass panel.

Colours & Finishes

Our aluminium shopfront doors are available in three premium finish categories — anodised, matt RAL and textured RAL — with dual-colour options allowing a different finish inside and outside. Woodgrain foil finishes are also available for a natural timber-effect appearance.

Popular RAL Colours

RAL 7016 Anthracite Grey
RAL 9005 Jet Black
RAL 7021 Black Grey
RAL 9010 Pure White
RAL 9001 Cream White
RAL 7012 Basalt Grey
RAL 7022 Umbra Grey
RAL 6009 Fir Green
RAL 8014 Sepia Brown

Any standard RAL colour is available to order. Commercial shopfront systems are available in any RAL colour to match corporate branding, with polyester powder coat as standard.

FAQs About Shopline Aluminium Shopfronts at Direct Trade Windows

What is the Shopline aluminium shop front system?

Shopline is a non-thermal aluminium screening and door system designed for commercial and retail environments. It offers slim 50 mm sightlines, robust corrosion-resistant profiles, and a choice of swing, rebated, or automated door options

Why choose Shopline for my commercial entrance?

Shopline combines sleek aesthetics with proven durability. It’s ideal for high-traffic areas such as schools, hospitals, and retail units, with profiles engineered to meet UK building regulations and withstand daily use

Can Shopline shopfronts be customised?

Yes. Shopline offers a wide range of profiles, powder-coated finishes to BS 6496 standards, and door configurations including single, double, sliding, and automated designs, ensuring a perfect fit for your brand and building requirements.

Are Shopline aluminium shopfronts weather-resistant?

Absolutely. All fixings are corrosion-resistant, and integrated drainage trays ensure performance in all UK weather conditions, preventing water ingress and protecting structural integrity

Does Shopline comply with accessibility standards?

Yes. The system includes low-threshold and anti-finger trap sections, allowing compliance with DDA and Document M requirements for accessible entrances.

How secure is the Shopline system?

Shopline doors are engineered for heavy-duty applications. Mechanical corner brackets create strong joints, and security options include multi-point locking and reinforced frames, making them highly resistant to forced entry.

How long do Shopline aluminium shopfronts last?

With minimal maintenance, Shopline systems can last decades, thanks to durable aluminium alloy 6063 T6 construction and corrosion-resistant finishes

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