One year on, Sheerline Bespoke has proven there is demand for specialist roof-related products that are easy to fabricate and even easier to install, which is why they’re feeling confident about the future…

Created to give fabricators and installers a simpler route into high-end aluminium glazed roof systems, Sheerline Bespoke has quickly established itself just a year after its official launch thanks to a combination of product innovation and a practical, customer-first approach.

And the results are already clear.

“It’s been a great first year, but it really has felt like we’ve blinked. I don’t know where it’s gone,” said commercial director, Chris Cooke. “Customers have found us as much as we’ve found them which shows the market was ready for something different.”

That early momentum has translated into steady growth, with new customers coming on board at pace and strong engagement across the sector. For a business launched at the FIT Show just last May, it marks a confident start.

The right foundations
A key factor behind that success has been the seamless transition for the senior team of Chris and operations director Chris Baron. Having moved from Prefix, both found an immediate cultural fit.

“It felt very familiar straight away,” Chris explained. “Sheerline as a business shares a lot of the same values around quality, innovation and customer support. That made the move smooth, and it meant we could focus on building Sheerline Bespoke without missing a step.”

That alignment has also been supported by Sheerline’s wider structure. As part of a vertically integrated manufacturing group, Sheerline Bespoke has been able to build on strong foundations.

“Being part of that bigger picture makes a real difference,” said Chris. “It gives us control, consistency and the ability to innovate quickly. You can see that in the products we’re bringing to market.

“Garnalex was awarded the Kings Award for Innovation 2025 for aspects of the Sheerline system; that’s a rare thing and it’s testament to what they’re doing and where we’re going and that bleeds into what we’re doing at Sheerline Bespoke.”

Over the past year, those products have been central to the division’s growth. Installation-ready kits such as the S1 Roof Lantern and S2 Conservatory Roof System have given customers an accessible way to expand into aluminium roofing, without the need for specialist fabrication expertise or additional overheads.

More recently, the introduction of the S3 Architectural Glazed Roof system signalled the next step forward.

“It’s not just about adding another product,” says Cooke. “We’ve got a healthy pipeline of innovation that’s designed to push boundaries. The S3 is a big part of that, and there’s more to come.”

Keeping up with the market
That focus on innovation comes at a time when the market itself is shifting rapidly. In just the last year, Sheerline Bespoke has seen clear changes in both product demand and design trends.

“Even in the last 12 months, the sector has changed; it never stands still and the move away from PVC towards aluminium is constantly accelerating,” said Chris.

“Homeowners want cleaner lines, bigger spans and something that feels like a proper extension, not an add-on. That’s driving a shift towards more architectural designs.”

This is reflected in changing roof styles, with simpler mono-pitch and lean-to designs now dominating. “Over 60% of what we’re producing now are lean-to designs, and that tells you everything about where the market is going.”

Continued investment
Supporting that opportunity is Sheerline Bespoke’s latest investment, a new purpose-built showroom at its Derbyshire manufacturing facility. Designed to showcase the full S Series range, the space gives customers a hands-on experience of the systems.

“The showroom is a big milestone for us,” said Chris. “Customers can see the products up close, but also how they’re made. That transparency builds confidence and helps them sell more effectively.”

Looking ahead, Sheerline Bespoke is focused on maintaining its momentum while continuing to evolve with the market.

“There will always be challenges and cost pressures, but demand for premium aluminium solutions is only going one way,” added Chris. “We’ve made a strong start, but this is just the beginning. With continued investment and a clear direction, we’re in a great position for the future.”