How Can Shelters Help You Get Ready For The Cold Season

December 18, 2023

It is the season of cosy sweaters, thick jackets, and warm drinks, but it is also the time to consider your employees and customers' comfort in the face of dropping temperatures. Now is the ideal time for your business to invest in durable shelters that shield against the elements and elevate the overall experience of being on your premises.

At Shelter Store, we specialise in providing a diverse range of high-quality shelters, each tailored to meet specific needs. From offering sanctuaries for smokers to providing waiting spaces and protecting prams, our shelters are designed to blend functionality with aesthetics seamlessly. Join us as we explore the various shelter solutions that can transform and enhance your business environment during the chilly winter months.

Smoking Shelters

In an era of heightened health consciousness, businesses increasingly recognise the importance of providing a designated and comfortable space for smokers or vapers. Our smoking shelters go beyond a simple enclosure; they are designed to create a cosy haven for smokers while ensuring that the smoke doesn't intrude upon non-smokers. Equipped with proper ventilation and weather protection, these shelters contribute to a healthier and more considerate business environment.

Installing a smoking shelter on your property can help you comply with the law and make your employees and clients feel valued. We have options for every budget and specs – we cater to small businesses and large NHS hospitals alike. Our offers include anything from value options, like our Small Wall Smoking Canopy, which can be self-assembled and mounted on existing walls, to larger 20-person shelters, like the Bolton Smoking Shelter, which can include benches and ashtrays.

Bus Shelters

Waiting for public transportation can quickly become an uncomfortable ordeal, especially in bad weather. This is where our bus shelters shine. They provide respite from rain, wind, and snow, ensuring commuters a more pleasant waiting experience. Bus shelters give people a protected area, sheltering them from harsh weather conditions, and a well-designed bus shelter makes a huge difference when waiting for the bus.

Installing the right bus shelter is a must for any local council. Our experience has shown that our clients, local councils or businesses usually have a specific vision. Our bus shelters are always designed to reflect exactly that, whether it is the feel of the neighbourhood, the surrounding buildings or simply with space for an informational board and logos; our wide range of bus shelters can blend well with your environment whilst still being functional.

We have enclosed models with seating and extra protection from the weather with front, side and back panels like our Emerald Enclosed Bus Shelter. We also have more open larger makes, like the BDS Bus Shelter, which can seat up to 8 persons and provides excellent protection from the elements with its polycarbonate roof and optional end panels. It is an excellent option for a large, busy city spot where numerous commuters get the bus.

Waiting Shelters

Long waits become infinitely more bearable when done in comfort. Our waiting shelters are made to provide a secure and welcoming space for your customers. These shelters offer a respite from the elements, whether outside an office building, a medical facility, or any other business.

Waiting shelters can enhance the overall customer experience and contribute to positive perceptions of your business. We offer them in smaller sizes, like the Square Waiting Shelter, which fits perfectly in a corner or an open-air space and can be made to a custom size for your exact space. Or you could select our larger Waiting Shelter, which can be made in several sizes – from 4 to 12 meters long.

Pram Shelters

Navigating through unpredictable weather with a buggy can be a daunting task for parents. Enter our pram shelters – a practical and thoughtful solution that offers a safe and weather-resistant space for strollers. Buggy shelters are an obvious choice for places like nurseries and schools, but other buildings could benefit from them, too. Corporate buildings, parking areas, public buildings, supermarket sites, rail commuter parking and manufacturing sites are also places where a pram shelter would contribute to employee, visitor and client satisfaction. Pram shelters are an essential addition to businesses catering to families and can contribute to creating a more inclusive and family-friendly environment.

We offer several models, like our best-selling Value Buggy Shelter, which can accommodate up to 4 buggies and is fully enclosed on the roof, back and sides and will keep prams dry and protected from any weather. Alternatively, you can consider our Buggy Shelter – a truly flexible model with many optional add-ons. The buggy shelter can be fitted with side panels, lights, seating and security gates to make it even more comfortable for parents.

Car & Motorbike Shelters

Extend your commitment to shelter beyond people to their vehicles. Our car and motorbike shelters are engineered to shield vehicles from the elements, ensuring protection against snow, rain, and other weather conditions. Secure motorbike and car shelters can provide owners with safe and covered places to park and store their vehicles. This would help your clients, visitors and employees not worry about the possibility of their property being stolen or lost.

We have a choice of motorbike shelters that provide the perfect solution to your car and motorbike storage requirements. We offer different sizes and designs to ensure we can find the perfect fit for your business. For example, our Standard Motorbike Enclosure is excellent for keeping motorcycles outdoors safely and securely. It also has numerous add-ons like gates, locks or a swipe card system, lighting and a motorcycle locking bar. And if you need something bigger, look at our Prestige Motorbike Shelter, which can accommodate between 4 and 12 motorbikes.

Meanwhile, our multi-purpose KCR Cycle Port is a beautiful option. It can be used as a motorcycle shelter and a car shelter with cushion-lined posts for motorcycle protection. Our Value Car Shelter, a combination of simplicity and cost-effectiveness, is another great option to safeguard your car with style. The SS Car Enclosure provides all you need for those who desire comprehensive shielding. This car shelter offers a little extra protection from its sides and roof with its 60mm x 60mm steel framework and heat/UV-protected polycarbonate roof and glazing. These shelters can be used alone, or multiple units can be connected to make a larger covered area.

These shelters and the several other models we offer not only preserve the longevity of vehicles but also contribute to a more organised and secure business environment. Explore our complete range of shelter solutions and get in touch with us to start creating not only physical protection from the cold but also a warmer, more inviting atmosphere for employees and customers alike.


Shelter Store Team

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