Fitting your shopfront with a metal shutter is the most cost-effective security investment for a business. Provided you choose the right equipment and install it properly.
1. Choose the curtain to match the business
- Solid slats: maximum protection and opacity — jewellers, pharmacies, tobacconists
- Micro-perforated slats: visible window display and good resistance — fashion, opticians
- Articulated grille: full visibility and ventilation — arcades, shopping centres
2. Size the motorisation
The motor is chosen according to curtain weight (60 to 100 kg for a typical shopfront) and frequency of use. A central-axle motor suits most shops; beyond 12 m² of curtain or intensive use, a side motor is required. A safety brake and manual override are essential.
3. Respect the rules
- Prior approval in co-owned buildings and a town-hall declaration for any façade alteration
- EN 13241 standard for motorised closures and anti-fall devices
- In protected areas, some municipalities require open grilles or specific colours
4. The budget to plan
Fitted, expect roughly €1,500 to €3,000 for a manual shop shutter and €2,500 to €5,000 for a made-to-measure motorised model, depending on size and slat type. Annual servicing (greasing, adjustment) significantly extends its life.
Our teams manufacture to measure, fit and repair metal shutters throughout Île-de-France — free quote within 24 hours.