Aluminium Composite Panel (ACP) cladding is the most popular external-finish material for storefronts, office facades and showroom interiors in India today. Two thin sheets of aluminium sandwiched around a polyethylene core — light, weather-proof, paintable, and dramatically cheaper than stone or tile cladding.
Where ACP is used
- Shop / showroom facades — the entire visible face of your storefront, in your brand colour.
- Office reception walls — feature walls with brand logo cut out and back-lit.
- Signage boards — modern flat-panel signage with cut-out letters.
- Compound walls / boundary cladding — for industrial premises, hospitals.
- Building elevation cladding — entire building facades for commercial complexes.
Material grades
- 3mm standard ACP — indoor / sheltered outdoor use. Most economical.
- 4mm fire-rated FR ACP — required for high-rise commercial buildings (per local fire code).
- 4mm A2 grade — non-combustible core, required for tall buildings.
Available in 100+ standard colours: PVDF coated for weather resistance (lasts 15+ years outdoors).
Pricing
All-in installed: ACP supply + MS framework + fabrication + installation:
- 3mm standard ACP cladding: ₹140 per sq ft.
- 4mm FR ACP cladding: ₹220 per sq ft.
- 4mm A2 grade (premium): ₹320 per sq ft.
- Cut-out logo + back-lighting: add ₹1,500–₹3,000 per logo.
Lead time
5–10 working days for a typical storefront (300–500 sq ft). Includes site survey, fabrication off-site, and on-site installation usually over 2 nights to avoid disrupting your business hours.
Maintenance
Clean with a soft cloth and mild soap once a month. Avoid abrasive cleaners. PVDF-coated ACP holds its colour for 15+ years even in coastal weather (like Navi Mumbai).