Protecting a timber bar without while keeping its historic character: K25 Shutters at Court Royal Hotel
How do you protect a cherished, solid timber bar without compromising its classic charm?
For the historic Court Royal Hotel in Bournemouth, the answer lay in a tailored solution using our discrete yet robust K25 Punched Aluminium Roller Shutters.
About the Court Royal Hotel in Bournemouth
The Court Royal isn't just another seaside hotel – it has a fascinating past. For years, it was a recovery home for miners from South Wales. Today, it's known as a welcoming "home away from home" where guests rave about the great food, friendly team, and spotless rooms. Keeping that special atmosphere was essential when we were installing a set of roller shutters to the hotel's bar area.
Roller shutters to neatly secure the bar area
The hotel's beautiful solid timber bar needed effective security after hours. They needed something that would:
- Keep the bar secure without breaking the bank
- Blend in naturally with the traditional wood and classic look
But it was a little tricky, because the bar is L-shaped with a 45-degree angled corner. And part of it is a stained glass window. So everything had to fit perfectly and look natural.
Photos roller shutters Court Royal Hotel Bournemouth
The Solution: K25 Punched Aluminium Roller Shutters
Our K25 shutters were the perfect fit. The punched (perforated) design looks lighter and less bulky than solid shutters, so they complement the timber instead of overpowering it. But don't be fooled by their open appearance, because he openings are small enough that a person can't reach through, and these punched aluminium shutters offer excellent protection for their weight, all at a great price.
Installation and key features
This job needed careful planning. We used two separate shutter curtains along the main bar, connected by a removable centre post for easy access.
And we had to handle that 45-degree corner:
- We made a special removable corner post to connect the angled shutter smoothly to the main section
- The shutter boxes were positioned carefully to keep everything looking clean and working smoothly, despite the angles
- The beautiful stained-glass window on the second angled section stayed completely visible
The finished system looks like it was always meant to be there – neat and integrated
The result: a security solution that ticks all the boxes
The Court Royal Hotel now has a security solution that meets all its needs. The bar is securely protected out of hours, while the daytime ambiance of the traditional timber bar remains completely unchanged. The discreet K25 shutters provide complete peace of mind without costing a fortune or spoiling the style.
Project details
"We needed to secure our bar area effectively but didn't want a bulky metal shutter to ruin the look of our lovely timber bar. HVP's solution with the punched aluminium shutters is perfect – they blend right in and do the job brilliantly."
- Project:
- Security Roller Shutters for Bar Area
- Client:
- Court Royal Hotel, Bournemouth
- Product:
- K25 Punched Aluminium Roller Shutter
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Do you need similar security shutters?
Could your pub, hotel, or bar benefit from a discreet, cost-effective security upgrade? We work on all types of projects and offer a complete range of security roller shutters. Contact HVP Shutters today for a free, no-obligation site survey and quote.
We’re always available for advice. Get in touch on 01392 270 218 to talk to a security shutter expert for more information. We look forward to hearing from you.
Photo credits
All photos of roller shutters at the Court Royal Hotel © HVP Security Shutters Ltd. Exterior Court Royal Hotel in Bournmouth courtesy of Hasto Suprayogo. Belinda Fewings: Beach houses and Sea Pinks. Rip Thorn: Bournemouth’s Big Wheel. Dami Akinbode: Bournemouth pier. Robert Bye: Aerial Bournemouth pier. Jordy Muñoz: Bournemouth beach and pier. Thank you!