With aluminium’s popularity showing no sign of waning, Universal Trade Frames is giving installers a competitive edge in premium markets and reducing complexity with a comprehensive aluminium range that perfectly complements its PVC-U portfolio.

The sleek, sophisticated look of aluminium is enduringly popular in the home improvement market. From classic steel-look partitioning to contemporary bi-fold doors, the material is often the first choice for style conscious consumers looking to elevate project design in the premium sector.

This means finding a supply partner, such as Shrewsbury-based fabricator, Universal Trade Frames, with a varied product portfolio that includes but also complements aluminium, is key.

Perfect pairing

Ideal for extensions, refurbishments and interiors, Universal’s extensive aluminium range features Origin’s OI-30 internal doors and the OB36+ series of slimline bi-fold, French, and single external doors.

Universal has expanded its aluminium offer further with the addition of Origin’s new OS-29+ sliding door. Combining a sleek 29mm sightline with exceptional thermal performance, the OS-29+ delivers U-values as low as 0.78 W/m²K with triple glazing and 1.2 W/m²K with double glazing, making it one of the most efficient aluminium sliding doors on the market.

It’s also PAS 24 certified and packed with premium design features, including a flush stacking option, concealed running gear, and Origin’s exclusive signature handle, all designed to deliver a seamless blend of style, security, and performance.

Benefiting from 25-year guarantees, Part L compliance, and refined aesthetics, the Origin products pair perfectly with Universal’s comprehensive selection of Residence Collection windows and doors, giving installers that all-important flexibility across mixed-material projects.

“Aluminium is an expected part of high-end residential design, and our range of aluminium and compatible PVC-U products really reflects this,” explains Richard Hammond, Sales Director at Universal.

“Origin’s OI-30, OB36+, and now OS-29+ ranges offer the high quality and aesthetics our customers have become accustomed to and integrate seamlessly with the rest of our product offering. Notably, the Residence Collection, which is known for its authentic, heritage-inspired designs like Residence 9, 7, and 2.

“As a one-stop shop for high-end window and door supply, you can get all your premium products, PVC-U or aluminium, from us, on one single order, with one invoice and one delivery.

“That’s a big plus for installers who might be looking to move into higher value jobs. It means they don’t have to look elsewhere for their aluminium supply, significantly increasing efficiency and reducing complexity.”

“That’s all backed by our 98%+ On Time In Full (OTIF) record and market-leading customer service model, for added peace of mind.”

Comprehensive aluminium offer

Operating from a 30,000ft² manufacturing facility, Universal’s aluminium offer also includes the Smart Aluminium range of windows and doors. Designed for low maintenance, Smart Aluminium systems are available in a wide variety of colours, finishes and profiles to suit both contemporary and traditional aesthetics.

In addition, Universal’s comprehensive product selection also includes Solidor composite doors, Epwin’s Optima Flush and tilt and turn and vertical sliding options from Spectus.

Richard concludes: “In an increasingly competitive market, where costs are getting higher and margins are getting lower, we’re dedicated to providing our customers with high-quality, reliable products that are easy to order, receive and install in both PVC-U, and aluminium.

“Aluminium products continue to set the standard in premium home improvement and in combining those with the continual appeal of PVC-U, we’re offering a complete solution that delivers a real business advantage for installers.”