Shelter Store Blog

In recent years, there has been significant focus on recycling. The growing interest in reusing materials and mitigating the effects of climate change through more conscious consumption has…

There are many design options for shelters. You can choose shape, size, extras, and materials. Our most popular shelters - whether bus, sports, or waiting ones - use strong steel…

Proper bin storage plays an important role on any commercial site. Businesses have legal responsibilities for the waste they generate. This includes storing it securely, keeping lids closed,…

Aluminium is one of the most widely used materials in modern design and manufacturing. There is a good reason for that. From aircraft and architecture to street furniture…

If you’re installing street furniture, bollards, benches, shelters, or railings near the sea, ordinary steel may not be your best choice for long-term durability. On promenades, in marinas,…

When planners, architects, and buyers look to design or upgrade public spaces, stainless steel often tops the material shortlist. This is no surprise – it is clean, has…

Planters can transform any outdoor or indoor space by adding greenery, structure, and a touch of natural beauty. They are at home in varied locations across cities - urban gardens,…

As UK towns and cities continue to invest in more sustainable and accessible transport infrastructure, the focus is shifting beyond just buses and trains themselves. They are, of…

Pram shelters are an underutilised feature in public buildings, such as libraries, hospitals, and government facilities. They are a type of street furniture that is often ignored and…

When it comes to shaping safe, functional, and attractive public spaces, bollards play an essential role. They guide traffic, protect pedestrians, and define boundaries - all while contributing…

Spring and summer bring numerous opportunities for us to spend more time outdoors. Short lunch breaks, long lazy picnics out in the open or casual coffee dates in…

If you’ve been reading news over the last decade, you would have certainly come across the term active travel. There have been more and more conversations across the…

Steel is one of the most versatile materials available, and it is used across numerous industries. As an alloy of iron and carbon, with small amounts of other…

When it comes to building a functional and welcoming sports ground, there are the usual hallmarks that you cannot do without, such as goalposts or other sport-specific features,…

As public health regulations have evolved, smoking in public places has become increasingly restricted. Vaping has introduced a new dimension to an old topic, and even though it…

Canopies and walkways can be used in many settings. We have installed these covering structures across the UK in schools, offices, factories, and various other commercial places, including…

Urban environments are a bubbling mix of things - concrete buildings, rushing pedestrians, polluting cars, intermingled with greenery and some wildlife. Trees can face many challenges, especially when not located…

Public spaces, such as parks, squares, transport hubs, and commercial centres, are designed to be open and accessible to everyone. This is, of course, right, and they wouldn’t…