Case Study:
Window Film, Printed Vinyl, and Manifestation Solutions for Aldi UK – Store Openings and Refurbishments
Client: Aldi UK
Location: Various locations across the UK
Service: Printed vinyl, window films, and manifestation
Background
Since 2017, The Tint Shop has worked with Aldi UK to support new store openings and refurbishment projects. Aldi’s expansion across the UK requires solutions that improve privacy, reduce glare, ensure safety, and maintain consistent branding across stores.
Some sites are completely new, while others are undergoing refurbishment. Each project presents its own challenges, from differing types of glazing and lighting conditions to integrating films with new internal seating areas and partitions. Our team works alongside Aldi’s project teams to provide high-quality, practical glazing solutions throughout the process.
Project Scope and Services
Our work covers several key services:
- Printed vinyl graphics: Used to promote branding and provide clear customer-facing information, applied with care to maintain a consistent look across all stores.
- Window films: Applied to reduce glare, provide privacy, and ensure visual consistency across new and existing tinted glass.
- Manifestation: Applied to glass panels and doors to improve visibility, safety, and compliance without compromising natural light.
These combined services create practical and visually clear results that meet operational requirements.
Execution
Every project begins with a survey of the glass surfaces, lighting, and store layout to identify the correct films and vinyl for each site.
In refurbishment projects, old films and coverings are removed where needed, while new films are applied to ensure colours and tints match existing glass. Newly built partitions receive appropriate vinyl and manifestation, blending with the existing store layout.
Our installation teams work with store fit-out schedules to minimise disruption. Films and vinyl are applied carefully to achieve smooth finishes, proper alignment, and even colour throughout.
Key Benefits
- Greater privacy for staff and seating areas, while maintaining natural light.
- Reduced glare and reflection, improving comfort for staff and customers.
- Consistent branding across multiple sites through printed vinyl and manifestation.
- Protection for glass during construction or refurbishment, reducing the risk of damage.
Rollout and Coordination
Our work spans multiple regions in the UK, with installations coordinated to match each store’s schedule. Teams adapt to site access, operational hours, and refurbishment timetables, delivering practical solutions that maintain safety and appearance standards.
Results and Impact
The application of printed vinyl, window films, and manifestation has delivered measurable benefits. Interiors are more comfortable and safer, with consistent branding visible throughout. Film and vinyl installations are durable and easy to maintain, meeting Aldi’s operational needs and long-term standards.
Conclusion
Through careful specification, supply, and installation, The Tint Shop supports Aldi UK’s expansion and refurbishment programme. Each store, whether new or refreshed, benefits from glazing solutions that improve safety, privacy, and brand visibility.
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