Last Updated on 16 April 2025 by Tia Ellahi
Smart Aluminium: What do they do?
Smart Aluminium design and manufacture high-performance aluminium systems including windows, doors, bifolds, sliders, and internal screening for both residential and commercial use in the UK.
Modern homeowners want more than just a good-looking front door or patio system – they want products that offer durability, thermal performance, low maintenance, and security. That’s where Smart Aluminium steps in.
In this article, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know about this incredible material and the diverse product range Smart Systems have created to suit every part of your home.
Contents
- Smart Aluminium Product Range
- Smart Windows & AluSpace Internal Screening
- Why Choose GFD Homes for Smart Aluminium Products
- FAQs
What is Smart Aluminium?
Smart Aluminium is the hallmark of high-performance architectural aluminium products. Produced by Smart Systems – one of the UK’s leading manufacturers – these products combine cutting-edge design with British manufacturing excellence.
Whether you’re looking at bifolds, sliding doors, aluminium composite front doors, or contemporary window profiles, Smart Aluminium offers sleek, secure and thermally efficient solutions tailored for modern living.
Why Homeowners Are Choosing Smart Aluminium Systems
We’ve seen a real shift in what homeowners want. Timber’s beautiful, but it takes work. uPVC may be cheaper but can sometimes lack the wow factor. Aluminium though? That sweet spot of style, strength and substance.
Smart Architectural Aluminium products are:
- Sleek and minimal – perfect for contemporary homes.
- Thermally broken – meaning lower energy bills and toastier rooms.
- Low maintenance – a simple wipe-down does the trick.
- Highly secure – meeting PAS24 standards with high-spec locks.
- Fully customisable – colours, handles, configurations… you name it.
Smart Aluminium Doors: Composite, Front, Bifold, Sliding, French & Glazed
Smart’s aluminium door range is diverse and designed for every entrance or exit point in your home.
Smart Aluminium Front Doors
- Smart Designer Doors – A premium aluminium entrance door, fully aluminium, with styles from ultra-modern to vintage. Built to PAS24 standards, triple glazed as standard, and a 25-year finish guarantee.
- Smart Signature Aluminium Composite Doors – Combines an aluminium outer skin with a composite core. Stylish, secure and energy-efficient. Also PAS24 compliant and fitted with a 3* cylinder lock.
Smart Aluminium Bifold Doors
- Visofold 1000: The UK’s favourite bifold for a reason. Slim sightlines, smooth operation, impressive U-values and completely weatherproof. Made for big openings and indoor-outdoor living.
Smart Aluminium Sliding Doors
- Visoglide & Visoglide Plus: Great for homeowners who want large glass panels with minimal framing. Ideal for maximising views and natural light.
Smart Aluminium French Doors
French doors are a timeless option for rear entrances, garden rooms, and extensions.
Smart’s aluminium French doors blend classic double-door charm with high-performance aluminium framing. They’re thermally efficient, weather-sealed and feature multi-point locking for security. Choose from matching side panels or toplights to let even more natural light flow through.
Smart Glazed Doors
Glazed doors from Smart offer contemporary design and maximum light transmission. Whether it’s a partially glazed entrance door or a fully glazed rear feature, they’re a popular choice for homeowners looking to bring more daylight into hallways, kitchens or living areas.
Toughened or laminated glass options are available, and as with the rest of the range, security is never compromised.
Smart Aluminium Windows & AluSpace Internal Screening
Smart Aluminium isn’t just for doors. At GFD Homes, we offer Smart’s Alitherm 400 window system – a high-performance solution that delivers thermal efficiency, slim sightlines, and a crisp, modern aesthetic. Ideal for contemporary builds or thoughtful renovations, it blends form and function effortlessly.
In addition to Alitherm 400, we also supply Smart tilt and turn windows, perfect for versatility and ventilation, as well as Smart heritage-style aluminium windows, which replicate traditional steel window looks while delivering 21st-century performance. Whether you’re going for industrial chic or classic charm, there’s a Smart Aluminium window style to match.
AluSpace Internal Screening
AluSpace is one of Smart’s most innovative products to date, designed to bring architectural styling into your interior spaces. It takes the striking industrial aesthetic typically found in steel-framed systems and makes it accessible and practical using aluminium. The result is a slim, strong internal screening system that doesn’t just look the part – it performs too.
In residential homes, AluSpace is ideal for creating stylish room dividers. Whether you’re carving out a home office, separating a snug from an open-plan living area, or just introducing a new visual feature, this system adapts beautifully. And because it’s made from aluminium, you can expect the same level of durability and low maintenance as the rest of the Smart range.
It’s not just for homes either. AluSpace works just as well in commercial environments like office spaces, creative studios or co-working hubs. It allows businesses to zone off areas while keeping that essential open, light-filled feel. Want more privacy? Opt for acoustic glass upgrades, which not only reduce noise transfer but offer an added layer of discretion without compromising style.
Whether it’s for home or business, AluSpace makes a bold statement and a smart decision.
Choose Smart Aluminium with GFD Homes
At GFD Homes, we’re proud to have a long-standing partnership with Smart Aluminium, one of the UK’s leading aluminium systems manufacturers. We’ve been in the home improvement industry for years and have built our reputation on product expertise, reliable service, and a genuine passion for helping homeowners transform their spaces.
We offer an extensive range of Smart Aluminium products, and our team is always here to guide you through your options. Whether you’re after a fully customised Designer Door or a sleek Visoglide slider, we’ll help you find the right fit for your home.
Many of our products come with online configurators – so you can design your door online, choose your colours, and see an instant quote within minutes.
If you have any questions, give us a ring on 01642 309576 or head over to our blog where you’ll find tons of helpful articles on everything from doors to glazing.
FAQs about Smart Aluminium
What is the U value of Smart Aluminium?
Many Smart Aluminium products have U-values as low as 1.4W/m2K, meaning excellent insulation performance.
Who owns Smart Aluminium?
Smart Aluminium is manufactured by Smart Systems Ltd, a British company based in the South West of England.
Is Alitherm 300 better than Alitherm 400?
Alitherm 400 is the newer, higher-performing range with enhanced thermal and security performance, but Alitherm 300 is still a good option.
What do Smart Systems do?
Smart Systems design and manufacture high-performance aluminium windows, doors, bifolds, sliders and internal screens for the UK housing and commercial markets.
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