Guides
Straight answers about shutters & doors
Practical advice from our engineers on faults, compliance, planning and security.
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Roller shutter won’t open or close? 7 checks before you call
Quick, safe checks for a stuck electric or manual roller shutter, and the warning signs that mean you should stop and call an engineer.
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Do I need planning permission for a shop shutter?
When councils require planning consent for external shop shutters, why solid shutters are often refused, and how to get approval first time.
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LPS 1175 shutter ratings explained
What LPS 1175 security ratings mean, how they relate to insurance and Secured by Design, and which rating your premises might need.